Bob Stewart
Television producer and creator
Television producer and creator
1920
105 years ago
Artists & Creatives
United States
Founded Stewart Tele Enterprises, a successful television production company. Created and produced prominent television game shows including 'The Price Is Right' and 'Truth or Consequences'. Contributed to the development of other entertainment formats and shows that became staples in American television. Received multiple Emmy Awards throughout the career for excellence in television production.
Created 'The Price Is Right'
Produced 'Truth or Consequences'
Founded Stewart Tele Enterprises
Won multiple Emmy Awards
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