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Learn about the life and career of Merv Griffin, an American singer, talk show host, and media mogul who created Jeopardy! and Wheel of Fortune. Find out how he started as a radio and big band singer, appeared in films and on Broadway, and hosted his own show for 24 years.
Nov 24, 2021 · Learn about Merv Griffin's life, from his musical career to his game show empire to his investments in hotels and casinos. Discover his alleged 15-year affair with actress Eva Gabor and how it almost lasted until her death.
Aug 12, 2007 · CBC News reports the death of Merv Griffin, a media tycoon who hosted his own talk show and created Jeopardy and Wheel of Fortune. He was a friend of former U.S. president Ronald Reagan and a real estate investor who owned a Caribbean island and the Beverley Hilton.
Merv Griffin was a singer and band leader, movie actor, television personality and media mogul who in his time hosting The Merv Griffin Show (1962) was second in fame and influence as a talk show host only to Johnny Carson.
- July 6, 1925
- August 12, 2007
Learn about the American television talk show hosted by Merv Griffin from 1962 to 1986. Find out its history, guests, format, and legacy.
YearResultAwardCategory1971NominatedBest TV Actor - Musical/Comedy1970NominatedOutstanding Achievement in Music ...1971NominatedEmmy AwardOutstanding Achievement in Music ...1976NominatedEmmy AwardOutstanding Individual Achievement in ...- Talk Show
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Merv Griffin was a singer, actor, talk show host and media mogul who created Wheel of Fortune and Jeopardy!. Learn about his life, career, controversies and achievements on IMDb.
Aug 12, 2007 · The TV mogul and talk-show host, who created Jeopardy! and Wheel of Fortune, passed away in 2007 after a recurrence of prostate cancer. He was known for his easy-going style, his celebrity guests and his real-estate empire.