List of game show hosts
This is a list of game show hosts. A game show host is a profession involving the hosting of game shows. Game shows usually range from a half hour to an hour long and involve a prize. Game shows are not the same as reality competitions which span through weeks (i.e. American Idol, Survivor, etc.)
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| Host | Country | Game show(s) hosted |
|---|---|---|
| Willie Aames | United States | The Krypton Factor (1990–91) |
| Mike Adamle | United States | American Gladiators (1989–96) |
| Jason Agnew | Canada | PopQ (2007), Brain Battle (2007-08), Sunday Morning Trivia (2010), Splatalot (2011), Door To Door (2012) |
| Ogie Alcasid | Philippines | Game Na, Game Na! (1994–96), Family Feud (2001–02), Da Big Show (2008), Hole in the Wall (2009) |
| Robert Alda | United States | Personality Puzzle (1953), What's Your Bid? (1953), Can Do (1956) |
| Archie Alemania | Philippines | Mysmatch (2008) |
| John Ales | United States | Lip Service (1993–94) |
| Ben Alexander | United States | Party Time at Club Roma (1950–51), About Faces (1960–61) |
| Heather Alexander | United States | Flamingo Fortune (1995–96) |
| Fred Allen | United States | Judge for Yourself (1953–54) |
| Steve Allen | United States | I've Got a Secret (1964–67) |
| Bree Amer | Australia | Friday Night Games (2006) |
| Morey Amsterdam | United States | Battle of the Ages (1952) |
| Bill Anderson | United States | The Better Sex (1977–78), Fandango (1983–89) |
| Clive Anderson | United Kingdom | Whose Line Is It Anyway? (1988-99), If I Ruled the World (1998–99), Mastermind (2001-02) |
| John Anderson | United States | Wipeout (2008–present) |
| Louie Anderson | United States | Family Feud (1999–2002) |
| Eamonn Andrews | United Kingdom | What's My Line? (1951–62) |
| Ralph Andrews | United States | Lingo (1988) |
| Thea Andrews | Canada | Cooking For Love (1995-2000) |
| Andrew Anthony | Canada | Qubit (2009-10) |
| Kris Aquino | Philippines | Pilipinas, Game KNB? (2001–07), Kapamilya, Deal or No Deal (2006–09), Wheel of Fortune (2008), Pinoy Bingo Night (2009), The Price Is Right (2011) |
| Bill Armstrong | United States | Liar's Club (1976–77) |
| DJ Laila Asis | Philippines | Games Uplate Live (2008–09) |
| Dave Attell | United States | The Gong Show with Dave Attell (2008) |
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| Host | Country | Game show(s) hosted |
|---|---|---|
| Mel B | United States | The Singing Office (2008) |
| Dirk Bach | Germany | Ich bin ein Star – Holt mich hier raus! (German version), Frei Schnauze |
| Amitabh Bachchan | India | Kaun Banega Crorepati (2000–02), (2005) |
| David Baddiel | United Kingdom | The Book Quiz (2007) |
| Ben Bailey | United States | Cash Cab (2005–12), Who's Still Standing? (2011–12) |
| Jack Bailey | United States | Truth or Consequences (1954–56), Queen for a Day (1956–64) |
| George Balcan | Canada | It's Your Move (1974–75) |
| Hugo Egon Balder | Germany | Genial daneben |
| Brent Bambury | Canada | Test the Nation (2007–08) |
| Andrew Barber | Canada | Beer Money (2012) |
| Tony Barber | Australia | Family Feud (1977–80), Sale of the Century (1980–91), Jeopardy! (1992), Wheel of Fortune (1996) |
| Bob Barker | United States | Truth or Consequences (1956–74), Family Game (1967), The Price Is Right (1972–2007) |
| Sue Barker | United Kingdom | A Question of Sport (1997–present) |
| Gretchen Barretto | Philippines | You & Me Against the World (2008) |
| Alex Barris | Canada | Front Page Challenge (1957), One of a Kind (1958–59) |
| Chuck Barris | United States | The Gong Show (1976–80) |
| Win Barron | Canada | Front Page Challenge (1957) |
| Jack Barry | United States | Juvenile Jury (1947–56 & 1970–71), Life Begins at Eighty (1950–1956), Twenty-One (1956–58), Tic-Tac-Dough (1956), Concentration (1958), The Generation Gap (1969), The Joker's Wild (1972–75 & 1977–84), Break the Bank (1976–77) |
| Michael Barrymore | United Kingdom | Strike It Lucky (1986–99), My Kind of Music (1998–2002) |
| Roger Baulu | Canada | La Poule aux oeufs d'or (1958–66) |
| Jon Bauman | United States | The Pop 'N Rocker Game (1983-84), Match Game-Hollywood Squares Hour (co-hosted with Gene Rayburn) (1982–83), Karaoke Showcase (circa 1986–87) |
| Chip Beall | United States | Whiz Quiz, Texaco Star Academic Championship, Texaco Star National Academic Championship |
| Paolo Bediones | Philippines | Digital LG Quiz (1999–2004), Tok! Tok! Tok! Isang Milyon Pasok! (2007–present), Whammy! Push Your Luck (2007–present) |
| Bill Bellamy | United States | Last Comic Standing (2007–08) |
| Rolf Benirschke | United States | Wheel of Fortune (1989) |
| Mark Beretta | Australia | The Master (2006–07) |
| Bob Bergen | United States | Jep! (1998) |
| Tom Bergeron | United States | Hollywood Squares (1998–2004) |
| Peter Berner | Australia | The Einstein Factor (2005–present) |
| Corbin Bernsen | United States | How Much Is Enough? (2008) |
| Buzz Berry | United States | Sqrambled Scuares (2002–11) |
| Pedro Bicchieri | United States | Apple Bowl (1980–present) |
| Cilla Black | United Kingdom | Blind Date (1985–2003) |
| Larry Blyden | United States | Personality (1967–69), You're Putting Me On (1969), The Movie Game (1969–70), What's My Line? (1972–75) |
| Eric Boardman | United States | Liar's Club (1988–89) |
| Bill Boggs | United States | All-Star Anything Goes (1977) |
| Danny Bonaduce | United States | Starface (2006) |
| Mike Bongiorno | Italy | Lascia o raddoppia? (1955–59), Campanile Sera (1959–62), Caccia al numero (1962), La Fiera dei Sogni (1962–65), Giochi in Famiglia (1966–69), Rischiatutto (1970–74), Scommettiamo? (1976–78), Lascia o raddoppia? (remake, 1979), I sogni nel cassetto (1979–80), Flash (1980–82), Bis (1981–90), Superflash (1982–85), Pentathlon (1985–87), Telemike (1987–92), Tris (1990–91), Tutti per uno (1992), La ruota della fortuna (1989–2003), Genius (2005), Il Migliore (2006–07) |
| Paolo Bonolis | Italy | Ciao Darwin (1980–present) |
| Elayne Boosler | United States | Balderdash (2004–05) |
| Carlo Boszhard | Netherlands | Cash en Carlo (2002–05), Staatsloterij Live!, Rad Van Fortuin (2009) |
| Dominic Bowden | New Zealand | Are You Smarter Than A 10 Year Old? (2007–08) |
| Jim Bowen | United Kingdom | Bullseye (1982–95) |
| Lee Bowman | United States | What's Going On? (1954) |
| Wayne Brady | United States | Celebrity Duets (2006), Don't Forget the Lyrics! (2007–09), Let's Make a Deal (2009–present) |
| Rob Brough | Australia | Family Feud (1989–95) |
| Harry Brown | Canada | Oops! (1970-71) |
| Kurt Browning | Canada | Battle of the Blades (2009–12) |
| Wally Bruner | United States | What's My Line (1968–72) |
| Karyn Bryant | United States | Name That Video (2001–02) |
| Rob Brydon | United Kingdom | Would I Lie To You? (2009–present), The Guess List (2015-present) |
| Neil Buchanan | United Kingdom | Finder Keepers (1991–98) |
| Pat Bullard | Canada / United States | Baloney (1988–89), Hold Everything! (1990), Love Connection (1998–99), Card Sharks (2001) |
| Beethoven Bunagan a.k.a. Michael V. | Philippines | Ready, Txt, Go! (2002), Hole in the Wall (2009) |
| Lou van Burg | Netherlands | Der goldene Schuss |
| Michael Burger | United States | Family Challenge (1996), Match Game (1998) |
| John Burgess | Australia | Wheel of Fortune, Burgo's Catch Phrase |
| Brooke Burns | United States | Dog Eat Dog (2002–03), Hole in the Wall (2008–09), You Deserve It (2011), The Chase (2013–15) |
| Gordon Burns | United Kingdom | The Krypton Factor (1977–95), A Word in Your Ear (1993–94) |
| Regan Burns | United States | Oblivious (2002–04) |
| Billy Bush | United States | Let's Make a Deal (2003) |
| Carlos Bustamante | Canada | The Next Star (2013-present) |
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| Host | Country | Game show(s) hosted |
|---|---|---|
| Bob Cadman | Canada | Reach for the Top (1970s / 1980s) |
| Jim Caldwell | United States | Tic-Tac-Dough (1985–86), Top Card (1989–91) |
| Morley Callaghan | Canada | Detective Quiz (1952), Crossword Quiz (1953) |
| Nicky Campbell | United Kingdom | Wheel of Fortune (1988–96) |
| Blaine Capatch | United States | Beat the Geeks (2002) |
| Al Capp | United States | What's the Story (1953), Anyone Can Win (1953) |
| Rudi Carell | Netherlands | Am laufenden Band |
| Drew Carey | United States | Whose Line Is It Anyway? (1998-2007), Power Of 10 (2007–08), The Price Is Right (2007–present) |
| Jimmy Carr | United Kingdom / United States | Your Face or Mine? (2002–03), Distraction (2003–04, UK; 2005–06, USA), 8 out of 10 Cats (2005–present) |
| Michael Carrington | United States | Think Fast! (1989) |
| Jasper Carrot | United Kingdom | Golden Balls (2007–2009) |
| Johnny Carson | United States | Earn Your Vacation (1954), Who Do You Trust? (1957–62) |
| Marion Caunter | Malaysia | One in a Million (2006–08) |
| Dick Cavett | United States | College Bowl (1987) |
| Jimmy Cefalo | United States | Trump Card (1990–91), Sports Snapshot! (1993) |
| John Cervenka (as Burt Luddin) | United States | Burt Luddin's Love Buffet (1998) |
| Keith Chegwin | United Kingdom | Keith Chegwin's Naked Jungle (2000) |
| Carol Cheng | Hong Kong | The Weakest Link (2001–02) |
| Danny Lee Clark | United States | American Gladiators (1995–96) |
| Dick Clark | United States | The Object Is (1963), Missing Links (1964), The $10,000/$20,000/$25,000/$50,000/$100,000 Pyramid (1973–80, 1981 & 1982–89), The Krypton Factor (1981), The Challengers (1990–91), Scattergories (1993), It Takes Two (1997), Winning Lines (2000) |
| Jack Clark | United States | 100 Grand (1963), Dealer's Choice (1974–75), The Cross-Wits (1975–80) |
| Bob Clayton | United States | Make A Face (1961–62), Concentration (1969–73) |
| Nick Clooney | United States | The Money Maze (1974–75) |
| Andrew Cochran | Canada | 5-4-3-2-Run (1988–90) |
| Dan Coffey | United States | Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me! (1998–99) |
| Mark Cohen | United States | Make Me Laugh (1998) |
| Nathan Cohen | Canada | Fighting Words (1953–62, 1970) |
| Paul Coia | United Kingdom | Catchword (1988–95) |
| Jennifer Cole | United States | Sex Wars (2000–01) |
| Jonathan Coleman | Australia, United Kingdom | Have a Go, Blind Taste (1997) |
| Bud Collyer | United States | Winner Take All (1948–50), Beat the Clock (1950–61), On Your Way (1953–54), Feather Your Nest (1954–56), To Tell the Truth (1956–68), Number Please (1961) |
| Ray Combs | United States | Family Feud/The New Family Feud Challenge (1988–94), Family Challenge (1995–96) |
| Frank Conniff | United States | Are You Positive (1952) |
| Jim Conroy (as Ruff Ruffman) | United States | Fetch! with Ruff Ruffman (2006–10) |
| Bert Convy | United States | Tattletales (1974–78 & 1982–85), Super Password (1984–89), Win, Lose or Draw (1987–89), 3rd Degree (1989–90) |
| Anderson Cooper | United States | The Mole (2001–02) |
| Ronnie Corbett | United Kingdom | Small Talk (1994–96) |
| Carl Cordell | United States | Lucky Partners (1958) |
| Anna Coren | Australia | Australia's Brainiest Kid (2004) |
| Bill Cosby | United States | You Bet Your Life (1992–93) |
| Wayne Cox | Canada | Second Honeymoon (1987–88), Talk About (1989–90), Acting Crazy (1991–94) |
| Gavin Crawford | Canada | How Do You Solve a Problem Like Maria? (Canada) (2008) |
| Terry Crews | United States | Who Wants to Be a Millionaire (2014–15) |
| Neil Crone | Canada | Wild Guess (1988) |
| Leslie Crowther | United Kingdom | The Price Is Right (1984–88), Stars in Their Eyes (1990–92) |
| Timmy Cruz | Philippines | Philippine Lottery Draw |
| Larry Csonka | United States | American Gladiators (1990–93) |
| Bill Cullen | United States | Act It Out (1949), Winner Take All (1952), Bank on the Stars (1954), The Price Is Right (1956–65), Eye Guess (1966–69), Three on a Match (1971–74), Winning Streak (1974–75), The $25,000 Pyramid (1974–79), Pass the Buck (1978), Blockbusters (1980–82), Child's Play (1982–83), Hot Potato (1984), The Joker's Wild (1984–86) |
| Randall Cunningham | United States | Scramble (1993-1994) |
| Mark Curry | United States | Don't Forget Your Toothbrush (2000) |
| Dick Curtis | Canada | Bet Your Bottom Dollar (1963) |
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Roy Ward Dickson Canadian game show host and creator of Mr. and Mrs.
| Host | Country | Game show(s) hosted |
|---|---|---|
| Ray D'Arcy | Ireland | 2Phat, Blackboard Jungle, Test the Nation, You're a Star |
| John Charles Daly | United States | What's My Line? (1950–67) |
| Dingdong Dantes | Philippines | Family Feud |
| Mike Darrow | Canada / United States | Dream House (1968–70), Going Places (1973–80), The $128,000 Question (1976–77), Opposite, Opposite Sexes (1976–77), Bluff (1976–77), Jackpot (1985–88) |
| Doug Davidson | United States | The New Price Is Right (1994–1995) |
| John Davidson | United States | Time Machine (1985), Hollywood Squares (1986–89), The $100,000 Pyramid (1990–91) |
| DeRay Davis | United States | Mind of a Man (2014–present) |
| Fred Davis | Canada | Front Page Challenge (1957–95) |
| Warren Davis | Canada | Reach for the Top (1965–66) |
| Richard Dawson | United Kingdom / United States | Masquerade Party (1974–75), Family Feud (1976–85 & 1994–95) |
| Christopher de Leon | Philippines | Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? (2000–03) |
| Joey de Leon | Philippines | Eat Bulaga! |
| Angus Deayton | United Kingdom | Have I Got News for You (1990–present), Bognor or Bust (2004), Would I Lie To You? (2007–2008) |
| Mark DeCarlo | United States | Studs (1991-93), Big Deal (1996) |
| John Deeks | Australia | Family Feud (1996) |
| Cat Deeley | United Kingdom / United States | 20Q (2009), The Choice (2012) |
| Simon Deering | Australia | The Up-Late Game Show (2005) |
| Les Dennis | United Kingdom | Family Fortunes (1987–2002), Classic Comeback |
| Roy Ward Dickson | Canada | The Quizz Club (1936), Fun Parade (1939), Take a Chance! (1939, radio), What d'You Know? (1953), P.M. (1953), Bonanza (1953), Turnabout (1953), Claim to Fame (1953), $1000 Word (1958), Full House (1959), Think of a Word, Abracadabra (1959), Try for Ten! (1960), Take a Chance! (1960 TV), Mr. and Mrs. (1963) |
| Hugh Downs | United States | Concentration (1958–69) |
| Al Dubois | Canada | Bumper Stumpers (1987–90). Whiz Kids (1990–91) |
| Patrick Duffy | United States | Bingo America (2008) |
| Sharon Dunn | Canada | Reach for the Top (1984) |
| Steve Dunne | United States | You're On Your Own (1956-57) |
| Jamie Durie | Australia | Backyard Blitz (2000–07), The Block (2003–04) |
| Bil Dwyer | United States | Dirty Rotten Cheater (2003), Extreme Dodgeball (2004–05), I've Got a Secret (2006) |
| Bob Dyer | Australia | Pick a Box (1948–57, radio), (1957–71, TV) |
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G
| Host | Country | Game show(s) hosted |
|---|---|---|
| Eden Gaha | Australia | Vidiot (1991–93) |
| Dan Gallagher | Canada | Test Pattern (1989–91) |
| Angélica (television host) | Brazil | Video Game (2001-2012) |
| Sourav Ganguly | India | Dadagiri Unlimited (2009–11, 2013–present) |
| Joe Garagiola | United States | He Said, She Said (1968–69), Memory Game (1971). Sale of the Century (1971–73), To Tell the Truth (1977), Strike It Rich (1986) |
| Ralph Garman | United States | The Joe Schmo Show (2003), Joe Schmo 2 (2004) |
| Boboy Garovillo | Philippines | Islands Gamemasters (1990–92) |
| Bamber Gascoigne | United Kingdom | University Challenge, Connoisseur |
| Janno Gibbs | Philippines | Kakasa Ka Ba Sa Grade 5? (2007–present) |
| Jackie Gleason | United States | You're in the Picture (1961) |
| Ben Gleib | United States | Idiotest (2014–present) |
| Bob Goen | United States | Perfect Match (1986), Blackout (1988), Wheel of Fortune (1989–91), That's the Question (2006) |
| Mike Goldman | Australia | Big Brother Up-Late, Friday Night Games (2006) |
| Richard Gomez | Philippines | Family Feud (2008–10) |
| Mark Goodman | United States | Illinois Instant Riches (1994–98), Illinois Luckiest (1998–2000) |
| Mark-Paul Gosselaar | United States | Brains & Brawn (1993) |
| Thomas Gottschalk | Germany | Wetten, dass..? (1987–92, 1993–2011) |
| Glenn Gough | United States | Whiz Quiz (1980–present) |
| Ray Goulding | United States | The Name's the Same (1955) |
| Ben Grauer | United States | Americana/Ben Grauer's Americana Quiz (1947–49), Look Ma, I'm Acting/Act It Out/Say It with Acting (1949–50 & 1951), What Happened? (1952) |
| Barry Gray | United States | Winner Take All (1951) |
| George Gray | United States | Extreme Gong (1998), The Weakest Link (2002–03) |
| Hughie Green | United Kingdom | Double Your Money (1955–68) |
| Mike Greenberg | United States | Duel (2007–08) |
| Freddie Grisewood | United Kingdom | Spelling Bee (1938) |
| Adam Growe | Canada | Cash Cab (2008–present) |
| Bill Guest | Canada | Reach for the Top (1969–85), Beyond Reason (1977–79) |
| Rob Guest | Australia | Man O Man (1994) |
| Jason Gunn | New Zealand | The Rich List (2007–present), Wheel of Fortune (2008–09) |
| Mohan "Mo Twister" Gumatay | Philippines | Kabarkada, Break the Bank (2007–present) |
| Peter Gzowski | Canada | Fighting Words (1982) |
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| Host | Country | Game show(s) hosted |
|---|---|---|
| Buddy Hackett | United States | You Bet Your Life (1980) |
| Monty Hall | Canada | Video Village/Video Village Junior (1961–62), Let's Make a Deal (1963–76, 1980, 1984–85 & 1990–91), It's Anybody's Guess (1977), Beat the Clock (1979–80), The Joke's on Us (1983–84), Split Second (1986–87) |
| Alan Hamel | Canada | Anniversary Game (1969–70) |
| David Hamilton | United Kingdom | All Clued Up (1988–91) |
| Nick Hancock | United Kingdom | They Think It's All Over (1995–2004) |
| Paul Hanover | Canada | Showdown (1961–62), It's Your Move (1964–67, 1975–79), Pay Cards (1973) |
| Chris Hardwick | United States | Trashed (1994), Singled Out (1995–98), @midnight (2013-present) |
| Jason Harris | United States | Double Dare 2000 (2000–01) |
| Ralph Harris | United States | Contraption (2008–09) |
| Chris Harrison | United States | Mall Masters (2001), You Deserve It (2011), Who Wants To Be a Millionaire (2015–present) |
| Don Harron | Canada | Anything You Can Do (1972–74) |
| Moss Hart | United States | Answer Yes or No (1950) |
| Steve Harvey | United States | Family Feud (2010–present), Celebrity Family Feud (2015–present) |
| Tom Harvey | Canada | Communicate (1966) |
| Andrew Harwood | Australia | It's Academic (1971–79) |
| Julie Hayek | United States | Break the Bank (1985–86) |
| Peter Lind Hayes | United States | Alumni Fun (1964, 1965 & 1966) |
| Richard Hayes | United States / Canada | Name That Tune (1970-71), All About Faces (1971-72) |
| John Henson | United States | Wipeout (2008–present) |
| Adam Hills | Australia | Spicks and Specks (2005–present) |
| Hulk Hogan | United States | American Gladiators (2008) |
| Jools Holland | United Kingdom | Juke Box Jury (1989–90) |
| Eamonn Holmes | United Kingdom / United States | Jet Set (2001–07) The Rich List (2006) |
| Bob Holness | South Africa | Call My Bluff (1996–2003), Raise the Roof (1995–96) |
| Ryan Horwood | Canada | Cache Craze (2013-present) |
| Mike Hosking | New Zealand | Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? (2008) |
| Paul Houde | Canada | Lingo (1998–2001) |
| John Humphrys | United Kingdom | Mastermind (2011–12) |
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| Host | Country | Game show(s) hosted |
|---|---|---|
| Krzysztof Ibisz | Poland | Rosyjska Ruletka (2003–04), Gra W Ciemno (2005–07) |
| Arnell Ignacio | Philippines | GoBingo (1996–98, 2008), Golympics (1998–99), K! The P1 Million Videoke Challenge (2002–05), Now Na! (2006–07) |
| Carrie Ann Inaba | United States | 1 vs. 100 (2010–11) |
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| Host | Country | Game show(s) hosted |
|---|---|---|
| Richard Karn | United States | Family Feud (2002–06), Bingo America (2008–09) |
| Jonathan Karsh | United States | Kid Nation (2007) |
| Vernon Kay | United Kingdom & United States | Hit Me, Baby, One More Time (2005, UK and USA), All Star Family Fortunes (2006–present), Beat the Star (2008–09), Million Dollar Mind Game (2011) |
| Arielle Kebbel | United States | Perfect Score (2013) |
| Jack Kelly | United States | Sale of the Century (1969–71) |
| Graham Kennedy | Australia | Blankety Blanks |
| Lisa Kennedy | United States | Friend or Foe? (2002–04) |
| Tom Kennedy | United States | The Big Game (1958), You Don't Say! (1963–69, 1975), Split Second (1972–75), Break the Bank (1976), $50,000 Grand Slam (1976), Name That Tune/The $100,000 Name That Tune (1974–80), Whew!/Celebrity Whew! (1979–80), Password Plus (1980–82), Body Language (1984–86), The Price Is Right (1985–86), Wordplay (1986–87) |
| Kerri-Anne Kennerley | Australia | Greed (2000) |
| Salman Khan | India | 10 Ka Dum (2009) |
| Shahrukh Khan | India | Kaun Banega Crorepati (2007), Kya Aap Paanchvi Pass Se Tez Hain? (2008) |
| Pat Kiernan | United States | Studio 7 (2004), The World Series of Pop Culture (2006–07) |
| Walter Kiernan | United States | Sparring Partners with Walter Kiernan (1949), What's the Story (1951–53), Who Said That? (1951–54), Who's the Boss? (1954) |
| John Reed King | United States | Missus Goes A-Shopping (Radio: 1934–44, TV: 1944–49), What's My Line (Radio: 1941), Double or Nothing (Radio: 1944–45), Give and Take (Radio: 1945–53), Chance of a Lifetime (1950–52), Battle of the Ages (1952), Beat the Clock (1952) |
| Ulla Kock am Brink | Germany | Minute to Win It, Die Lotto-Show, Die 100.000 Mark Show |
| Ernie Kovacs | United States | Take a Good Look (1959–61) |
| Gary Kroeger | United States | The Newlywed Game (1996–97), Beat The Clock (2002) |
| Hans-Joachim Kulenkampff | Germany | Einer wird gewinnen |
| Cedric Kyles | United States | It's Worth What? (2011), Who Wants to Be a Millionaire (2013–14) |
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| Host | Country | Game show(s) hosted |
|---|---|---|
| Nick Lachey | United States | The Winner Is (2013) |
| Charles Lafortune | Canada | La classe de 5e (2009-present) |
| Ricki Lake | United States | Gameshow Marathon (2006) |
| Mark Lamarr | United Kingdom | Never Mind the Buzzcocks (1996-2015) |
| Pierre Lalonde | Canada | The Mad Dash (1978–86) |
| Dylan Lane | United States | Chain Reaction (2006–07) |
| Jim Lange | United States | The Dating Game/The New Dating Game (1965–74 & 1977–80), Spin-Off (1975), Give-n-Take (1975), Bullseye (1980–82), The $100,000 Name That Tune (1984–85), The $1,000,000 Chance of a Lifetime (1986–87), Triple Threat (1988–89) |
| John Lapus | Philippines | Blind Item (2006) |
| Vicki Lawrence | United States | Win, Lose or Draw (1987–89) |
| TJ Lavin | United States | The Challenge (1998–Present) |
| Greg Lee | United States | Where in the World Is Carmen Sandiego? (1991–96) |
| Gypsy Rose Lee | United States | Think Fast (1949–50) |
| Phillip Leishman | New Zealand | Wheel of Fortune (1991–96) |
| Robert Lembke | Germany | Was bin ich? |
| Keith Lemon | United Kingdom | Through the Keyhole (2013–present) |
| Sunny Lenarduzzi | Canada | Beer Money (2012) |
| John Leslie | United Kingdom | Wheel of Fortune, Scavengers |
| Robert Q. Lewis | United States | The Name's the Same (1951–54), Make Me Laugh (1958) |
| Bill Leyden | United States | Musical Chairs (1955), It Could Be You (1956–61), Your First Impression (1962–64), Call My Bluff (1965), Let's Face It (1967). You're Putting Me On (1969) |
| Girts Licis | Latvia | The Best Friends (1998–99), Who Wants To Be A Millionaire (2007–08) |
| Li Yong | People's Republic of China | Lucky 52, Super 6+1, Chinese Dream |
| Art Linkletter | United States | Life With Linkletter (1950–52 & 1969–70), Art Linkletter's House Party/The Linkletter Show (1952–69), People are Funny (1954–61), The Art Linkletter Show (1963) |
| Jack Linkletter | United States | Haggis Baggis (1958), The Rebus Game (1965) |
| Jürgen von der Lippe | Germany | Donnerlippchen, Geld oder Liebe |
| Mario López | United States | Masters of the Maze (1995), Pet Star (2002–05), America's Best Dance Crew (2008–12) |
| Allen Ludden | United States | G.E. College Bowl (1959–62), Password/Password Allstars/Password Plus (1961–69, 1971-75 & 1979-80), Win With the Stars (1968–69), The Joker's Wild (1969, unaired pilot), Stumpers (1976), Liar's Club (1977) |
| Des Lynam | United Kingdom | Countdown (2005–06) |
| Jane Lynch | United States | Hollywood Game Night (2013–present) |
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| Host | Country | Game show(s) hosted |
|---|---|---|
| Marie-Ange Nardi | France | Pyramide (jeu télévisé) (2001–03), La Cible (2006–present) |
| Jack Narz | United States | The Price Is Right (1957–58), Dotto (1958), Top Dollar (1958–59), Video Village (1960–61), Seven Keys (1961–64), I'll Bet (1965), Beat the Clock (1969–72), Concentration (1973–79), Now You See It (1974–75) |
| Charles Nelson Reilly | United States | Sweethearts (1988-89) |
| Jimmy Nelson | United States | Bank on the Stars (1954) |
| Bert Newton | Australia | New Faces, Superquiz, Bert's Family Feud (2006) |
| Todd Newton | United States | Hollywood Showdown (1999–2001), Whammy! The All-New Press Your Luck (2002–03), Family Game Night (2010–present) |
| Frank Nicotero | United States | Street Smarts (2000–05) |
| Graham Norton | United Kingdom | How Do You Solve a Problem Like Maria? (2006) |
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| Host | Country | Game show(s) hosted |
|---|---|---|
| Richard O'Brien | United Kingdom | The Crystal Maze (1990–93) |
| Kevin O'Connell | United States | Go (1983–84) |
| Des O'Connor | United Kingdom | Take Your Pick (1992-98), Countdown (2007–08), |
| John O'Hurley | United States | To Tell the Truth (2000–02), Family Feud (2006–10) |
| Andrew O'Keefe | Australia | Deal or No Deal (2004–present) |
| Dermot O'Leary | United Kingdom | 1 vs. 100 (2007–present) |
| Mike O'Malley | United States | Get the Picture (1991–93), Guts/Global Guts/Nickelodeon GUTS (1992–95) |
| Ken Ober | United States | Remote Control (1987–91), Make Me Laugh (1997), Smush (2001) |
| Apolo Anton Ohno | United States | Minute to Win It (2013–14) |
| Fergie Olver | Canada | Just Like Mom (1980–87) |
| Donny Osmond | United States / United Kingdom | Pyramid (2002–04), Donny's Pyramid Game (2007), Identity (2007) |
| Gary Owens | United States | Letters to Laugh-In (1969), The Gong Show (1976–77) |
P
| Host | Country | Game show(s) hosted |
|---|---|---|
| Jack Paar | United States | Up to Paar (1952), Bank on the Stars (1953) |
| Rustom Padilla | Philippines | Wheel of Fortune (2001–02) |
| Robert Paige | United States | The Big Payoff (1957–59) |
| Adrian Pang | Singapore | Deal or No Deal (2007–08) |
| Benjie Paras | Philippines | Win Win Win (2007–present) |
| Jim Paredes | Philippines | Islands Gamemasters (1990–92) |
| Lew Parker | United States | Your Surprise Store (1952) |
| Bert Parks | United States | Balance Your Budget (1952–53), The Big Payoff (1953–55), Yours for a Song (1961-63) |
| Steve Parr | New Zealand | Sale of the Century (1989–95) |
| Stivi Paskoski (as Johnny Arcade) | United States | Video Power (2001–02) |
| Joe Pasquale | United Kingdom | The Price Is Right (2006–07) |
| Roderick Paulate | Philippines | Game Na, Game Na! (1994–96) |
| Jeremy Paxman | United Kingdom | University Challenge (1994–present) |
| Melissa Peachey | United States | PlayMania (2006–07) |
| Ron Pearson | United States | Skedaddle (1988), Shopping Spree (1996–98) |
| Jim Peck | United States | The Big Showdown (1974–75), Hot Seat (1976), Second Chance (1977), You Don't Say! (1978–79), Three's A Crowd (1979–80), The Joker's Wild (1981–86 as sub-host) |
| Aaron Pedersen | Australia | Gladiators |
| Jim Perry | Canada / United States | It's Your Move (1967), Eye Bet (1971), Headline Hunters (1972–83), Definition (1975–89), Card Sharks (1978–81), Sale of the Century (1983–89) |
| Jon Pertwee | United Kingdom | Whodunnit? (1974–78) |
| Melissa Peterman | United States | The Singing Bee (2009–12), Bet on Your Baby (2013–present) |
| Regis Philbin | United States | The Neighbors (1975–76), Almost Anything Goes (1976), Who Wants To Be A Millionaire (1999–2002, 2009), Who Wants to Be a Super Millionaire (2004), Million Dollar Password (2008–09) |
| Ed Phillips | Australia | Temptation (2005–08), Battle of the Sexes, Pot of Gold |
| Jeff Phillips | Australia | My Generation |
| Charlie Pickering | Australia | Cash Cab |
| Hart Pomerantz | Canada | Double Up (1974) |
| Michael Pope | Australia | Blockbusters (1990–93) |
| Maury Povich | United States | Twenty One (2000) |
| Jonathan Prince | United States | Quiz Kids Challenge (1990) |
| Jeff Probst | United States | Rock & Roll Jeopardy! (1998–2001) |
| Greg Proops | United States | Space Cadets (1997), VS. (1999), Rendez-View (2001) |
| Dina Pugliese | Canada | Muchmusic VJ Search: The Series (2006) |
| Sarah Purcell | United States | The Better Sex (1977–78) |
Q
| Host | Country | Game show(s) hosted |
|---|---|---|
| Allan Quilantang a.k.a. Allan K. | Philippines | Sing Galing (1999–2004), The Weakest Link (2002–03), All Star K! (2006–present) |
| Rufa Mae Quinto | Philippines | Whammy! Push Your Luck (2007–08) |
R
| Host | Country | Game show(s) hosted |
|---|---|---|
| Clark Race | United States | The Parent Game (1972-73) |
| Bill Rafferty | United States | Every Second Counts (1984), Card Sharks (1986–87), Blockbusters (1987) |
| Jaya Ramsey | Philippines | All Star K! (2006–present) |
| Walter Raney | United States | What's the Story (1951) |
| Ahmad Rashād | United States | Caesar's Challenge (1993–94) |
| Luis Raúl | Puerto Rico | Pa' Que Te Lo Goces (2006) |
| Robin Ray | United Kingdom | Call My Bluff (1965–66) |
| Tanika Ray as "(Cyber) Lucy" | United States | Wheel 2000 (1997–98) |
| Gene Rayburn | United States | The Match Game (1962–69), Amateur's Guide to Love (1972), Match Game '73-Match Game '79/Match Game PM (1973–82), Match Game-Hollywood Squares Hour (co-hosted with Jon Bauman) (1982–83), Break the Bank (1985) |
| Michael Reagan | United States | Lingo (1987–88) |
| Simon Reeve | Australia | Quiz Master, It's Academic (2006) |
| Marco Antonio Regil | Mexico / United States | Atinale Al Precio (1997–2000, 2010), 100 mexicanos dijeron (2001–06), Todo el mundo cree que sabe (2009–present), Minuto para Ganar (2012–present), 100 Latinos Dijeron (2013–present) |
| Mike Reilly | United States | Monopoly (1990) |
| Paul Reubens | United States | You Don't Know Jack (2001) |
| Willie Revillame | Philippines | Puso O Pera (2004), Wowowee (2005-2010), Willing Willie (2010-2011), Wil Time Bigtime (2011-2013), Wowowillie (2013), Wowowin (2015-present) |
| Alfonso Ribeiro | United States | Catch 21 (2008–11) |
| Mike Richards | United States | The Pyramid (2012) |
| Daniel Richler | Canada | Reach for the Top (2001–04) |
| Glenn Ridge | Australia | Sale of the Century (1991–2001) |
| Bobby Rivers | United States | Bedroom Buddies (1992) |
| JD Roberto | United States | Flamingo Fortune (1995–96), Shop 'til You Drop (2003–05) |
| Sandy Roberts | Australia | The $1,000,000 Chance of a Lifetime (2000) |
| Anne Robinson | United Kingdom / United States | The Weakest Link (2000–12, UK; 2001–02, USA), Test the Nation |
| Craig Robinson | United States | Last Comic Standing (2010) |
| Robert Robinson | United Kingdom | Ask the Family (1967–84), Call My Bluff (1967–88) |
| Joe Rogan | United States | Fear Factor (2001–06) |
| Fred Roggin | United States | The Money List (2009) |
| Al Roker | United States | Remember This? (1996–97), Celebrity Family Feud (2008) |
| Laurent Romejko | France | Des chiffres et des lettres (1992–present) |
| Darrin Rose | Canada | Match Game (2012-present) |
| Peter Rosenberg | United States | Hip Hop Squares (2012) |
| Hans Rosenthal | Germany | Dalli Dalli |
| J. D. Roth | United States | Fun House (1988–91), Masters of the Maze (1994), Animal Planet Zooventure (1997), Sex Wars (2000–01), Moolah Beach (2001), Endurance (2002–08), Unan1mous (2006), Opportunity Knocks (2008) |
| Richard Rubin | United States | Flor de palabra |
| Adamo Ruggiero | Canada | The Next Star (2008–12) |
| David Ruprecht | United States | Supermarket Sweep (1990–98, 1999–2004) |
S
T
U
| Host | Country | Game show(s) hosted |
|---|---|---|
| Gugu Liberato | Brazil | Nações Unidas (1992–present) |
| Hubert Urbański | Poland | Milionerzy (1999–2003; 2008–present) |
V
| Host | Country | Game show(s) hosted |
|---|---|---|
| Bobby Van | United States | Showoffs (1975), The Fun Factory (1976), Make Me Laugh (1979–80) |
| J. Keith van Straaten | United States | Beat the Geeks (2001) |
| Meredith Vieira | United States | Who Wants To Be a Millionaire (2002–13) |
| Carol Vorderman | United Kingdom | Countdown (1982–2008) |
W
| Host | Country | Game show(s) hosted |
|---|---|---|
| Adam Wade | United States | Musical Chairs (1975) |
| Jill Wagner | United States | Wipeout (2008–11, 2013–present) |
| Mark L. Walberg | United States | Russian Roulette (2002–03), On The Cover (2004–05), The Moment of Truth (2008–09), The Game Plane (2014–present) |
| Mal Walden | Australia | Jeopardy |
| Bill Walker | Canada | Communicate (1966–67), Party Game (1970–81) |
| Roy Walker | United Kingdom | Catchphrase (1986–99) |
| Mike Wallace | United States | Majority Rules (1949–50), Guess Again (1951), Who's the Boss (1954), The Big Surprise (1956–57), Who Pays? (1959) |
| Pamela Wallin | Canada | Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? (2000) |
| Bradley Walsh | United Kingdom | The Midas Touch (1995), Wheel of Fortune (1997), Spin Star (2008–present), The Chase (2009–present), Odd One In (2010–present) |
| Robin Ward | Canada / United States | To Tell the Truth (1980–81), Guess What (1983–87) |
| Kirsty Wark | United Kingdom | The Book Quiz (2008) |
| Patrick Wayne | United States | Tic-Tac-Dough (1990) |
| Nick Weir | United Kingdom | Catchphrase (2000–02) |
| Betty White | United States | Just Men! (1983) |
| Jaleel White | United States | Total Blackout (2012–present) |
| Vanna White | United States | Wheel of Fortune (1982–present) |
| Richard Whiteley | United Kingdom | Countdown |
| Mike Whitney | Australia | Gladiators, Who Dares Wins |
| Dennis Wholey | United States | The Generation Gap (1969) |
| Richard Wilkins | Australia | Keynotes (1992–93) |
| Wendy Williams | United States | Love Triangle (2011) |
| Austin Willis | Canada | QED (1960) |
| Justin Willman | United States | Win, Lose or Draw (2014) |
| Carnie Wilson | United States | The Newlywed Game (2009–10) |
| Paul Winchell | United States | Runaround (1972–73) |
| Gruntilda Winkybunion | United States | Grunty's Furnace Fun (1998) Tower of Tragedy (2000) |
| Annie Wood | United States | Bzzz! (1996–97) |
| Gene Wood | United States | Anything You Can Do (1971–72), Beat the Clock (1972–74) |
| Edward Woodward | United Kingdom | Whodunnit? (1973) |
| Chuck Woolery | United States | Wheel of Fortune (1975–81), Love Connection (1983–95), Scrabble (1984–90, 1993), The Dating Game (1997–2000), Greed (1999–2000), Lingo (2002–07), Think Like a Cat (2008) |
Y
| Host | Country | Game show(s) hosted |
|---|---|---|
| Leonid Yakubovich | Russia | Pole Chudes (1991–) |
| Scott Yaphe (Wink Yahoo) | Canada | Uh Oh! (1997–2003) |
| Jomari Yllana | Philippines | Philippines' Scariest Challenge (2008–) |
| Elwy Yost | Canada | The Superior Sex (1961) |
| Michael Young | United States | Flamingo Fortune (1996–99) |
| Stephen Young | Canada | Just Like Mom (1979–80) |
Z
| Host | Country | Game show(s) hosted |
|---|---|---|
| Tania Zaetta | Australia | Who Dares Wins |
| Sonja Zietlow | Germany | Der Schwächste fliegt!, Ich bin ein Star – Holt mich hier raus! |
Bibliography
- David Schwartz, Steve Ryan & Fred Wostbrock, The Encyclopedia of TV Game Shows - 3rd Edition, Checkmark Books, ISBN 0-8160-3846-5
References
- ↑ Hibberd, James (2010-06-03). "Wrestler Chris Jericho to host game show Downfall". Reuters. Retrieved 2015-10-21.
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