Richard Karn

Actor and game show host, 'Home Improvement'

Richard Karn - Actor and game show host, 'Home Improvement'
Born

February 17th, 1956
69 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An American actor and game show host, recognized for roles in television and film. Gained prominence as Al Borland on the series 'Home Improvement'. Hosted the game show 'Family Feud' during its revival in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Also appeared in various television shows and films throughout the 1990s and 2000s.

Played Al Borland on 'Home Improvement'

Hosted 'Family Feud' from 1994 to 1995

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