Braddock, PA -- Pennsylvania U.S. Senator-Elect John Fetterman on Wednesday released the following statement after the death of Western Pennsylvania and Pittsburgh Steelers legend Franco Harris:

“Gisele, myself, and everyone across the nation are devastated by this news. We are sending our deepest condolences to Franco's family.

“Franco was a true legend and icon on and off the field. He gave so much to everyone and was a truly selfless man. 

“It was an enormous honor and profound privilege to have gotten to know him over the years. I will miss him dearly.”