CINCINNATI (WXIX) - Crowds gathered outside of Great American Ball Park early Saturday afternoon to celebrate the legacy of Marty Brennaman with a statue, honoring his 46 years of being the voice of the Cincinnati Reds.

Fans lined up early Saturday afternoon to get a chance at seeing Brennaman alongside his new statue.

Lifelong fan CR Wirthlin tells FOX19 NOW that Brennaman is who she associates with her love for the Reds.

“Marty was that voice, always, that you found companionship, that you found that brought the game to life for you, and I don’t know anybody else that could do that,” she said

She adds that when she wanted to keep up with the Reds’ score, she knew she could count on Marty.

“On radio, on TV, whether they’re here, whether they’re away, you know, when Red’s is in your b

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