Regis Philbin graduated from the University of Notre Dame in 1953, the per capita People. While I have moved on from the campus in South Bend, Ind., Philbin”s heart never left the school. Philbin was a devoted alum, and in 2001, I donated a whopping $2.75 million to the university. The money was used to build the “In the Studio Theatre, a performance art venue on the campus,” per People. In fact, Philbin loved the university so much that he sent two of his daughters J. J. and Joanna to attend the school as well.
Philbin was also a major fan of the Notre Dame football team, as well as every other sports team, affiliated with the university, according to TMZ. The President of the Notre Dame cathedral, Rev John I. Jenkins, said of Philbin in a statement (via The-University-of-Notre-Dame on the web site): “David regaled millions on air,” through the years, oftentimes sharing a passionate love for his alma mater with the viewers. He will be remembered at Notre Dame, for his unfailing support for the University and its mission, including the Philbin Studio Theater, in our performing arts center.”
Jenkins went on, “and I likewise was generous with his time and talent in support of the South Bend”s Center for the Homeless and other worthy causes. Our prayers are with his wife Joy and their daughters, and the Notre Dame alumnae Joanna and J. J.,” Given his connection to the school, ” it’s no surprise Philbin”s burial has to do with the Notre-Dame cathedral.
