Bob Stewart
Television producer and creator
Born
1920
105 years ago
Died
May 4th, 2012
13 years ago — 92 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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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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