Merv Griffin
American talk show host (1925–2007) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Mervyn Edward Griffin Jr. (July 6, 1925 – August 12, 2007) was an American television show host and media mogul.[2] He began his career as a radio and big band singer, later appearing in film and on Broadway. From 1962 to 1986, Griffin hosted his own talk show, The Merv Griffin Show. Griffin also created the game shows Jeopardy! and Wheel of Fortune through his own production companies, Merv Griffin Enterprises and Merv Griffin Entertainment.
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Merv Griffin | |
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Born | Mervyn Edward Griffin Jr. (1925-07-06)July 6, 1925 San Mateo, California, U.S. |
Died | August 12, 2007(2007-08-12) (aged 82) Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
Resting place | Westwood Village Memorial Park |
Occupation(s) | Television show host, media mogul |
Years active | 1944–2007 |
Spouse |
Julann Wright
(m. 1958; div. 1976) |
Children | 1[1] |
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