Bob Barker

Bob Barker was a legendary game show host, best known for hosting 'The Price Is Right' for 35 years.

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Profession :

TV Show Host

Birthday :

December 12, 1923

Star Sign :

Sagittarius

Age :

101

Birthplace :

Darrington, Washington, United States

Bob Barker was a renowned American television game show host and animal advocate, best remembered for his 35-year tenure on “The Price Is Right” from 1972 to 2007. Apart from his successful career in broadcasting, Barker was also an animal rights activist and hosted the Miss Universe and Miss USA beauty pageants for several years. He made cameo appearances in various movies and TV shows, such as “Happy Gilmore” and “How I Met Your Mother.” Barker’s media journey began at KTTS-FM Radio in Springfield while attending college, and he later worked as a news editor and announcer at WWPG 1340 AM in Palm Beach. Unfortunately, Bob Barker passed away in August 2023 at the age of 99 due to Alzheimer’s disease. His legacy as the host of “The Price Is Right” and his dedication to animal rights will always be cherished.