Mike Bongiorno

Television host and game show pioneer

Mike Bongiorno - Television host and game show pioneer
Born

1924
101 years ago

Died

September 8th, 2009
15 years ago — 85 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Italy

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A prominent television host in Italy, recognized for contributions to the broadcasting industry. Started a career in the early years of Italian television, hosting a variety of quiz and game shows that became staples of Italian entertainment. Gained fame for hosting programs such as 'Lascia o Raddoppia?' and 'Il Rischiatutto'. Helped popularize the quiz show format in Italy, becoming a household name over decades of television presence. Received numerous awards, including the Telegatto award multiple times, affirming a significant role in shaping Italian TV culture.

Hosted 'Lascia o Raddoppia?'

Hosted 'Il Rischiatutto'

Won multiple Telegatto awards

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