Bob Barker – 1923

Bob Barker is best known for hosting the CBS game show The Price Is Right from 1972 to 2007, making it the longest-running daytime game show in North American television history. He’s also known for hosting Truth or Consequences from 1956 to 1975. Early on in his career, he moved to California to pursue a career in broadcasting, eventually hosting his own radio show, The Bob Barker Show, which aired for 60 years.

After his retirement from The Price is Right, he returned to the show for three more appearances to promote his autobiography, Priceless Memories. He graced the show again to celebrate his 90th birthday and made another surprise appearance in 2015 for a special April Fools’ Day episode. At the time, he delivered the show’s intro in place of Drew Carey. No big deal, though, Barker handed the hosting stint to Carey again later—no need to call for the lawyers.

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