About
Former host of Wheel of Fortune from 1975 until 1981, along with Love Connection from 1983 until 1994, and Scrabble from 1984 until 1990. He has appeared on over 15 television episodes as an actor throughout his career.
Before Fame
He served in the U.S. Navy before hosting television shows.
Trivia
He competed in the World Poker Tour. In 2004, he played himself in an episode of Scrubs.
Family Life
He fathered six children and was married four times. His fourth marriage was to Kim Barnes in 2006.
Associated With
He became good friends with talk show host Phil Donahue.
