Bob Barker

Description: (Television Game Show Host)

Bob Barker is a retired TV game show host. He was a naval fighter pilot during ‘World War II.’ After graduation, he decided to pursue a career in broadcasting and moved to California in search of more opportunities. Soon, he had his own radio show titled ‘The Bob Barker Show’ that aired for six years. Ralph Edwards, a radio show producer, made him the host of ‘End of the Rainbow’ which helped him in his career. Subsequently, he became the host of NBC’s ‘Truth or Consequences’ and hosted it for 18 years. Although Barker is well-known for hosting ‘Truth or Consequences,’ he is more famous as the host of another game show, ‘The Price Is Right.’ The show became a hit as viewers loved the friendly and sweet-talking host. He conducted the game show for 35 years and won 16 ‘Emmys,’ including the ‘Lifetime Achievement Award for Daytime Television.’ Throughout his illustrious career as a television host, he was associated with many shows, such as ‘End of the Rainbow,’ ‘The Family Game,’ ‘Simon Says,’ and ‘That’s my Line.’ The popular television personality continues to be an active supporter of animal rights, and has donated millions of dollars towards animal welfare.

Overview

Birthday December 12, 1923 (Sagittarius)
Born In United States
Alternative names Robert William Barker
Spouse/Ex- Dorothy Jo Gideon (m. 1945–1981)
Parents Byron John Barker,
Matilda Kent Tarleton
Relatives Kent Valandra
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