Tom Kennedy
Game show host and actor
Born
February 26th, 1927
98 years ago
Died
2020
5 years ago — 93 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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Started a career in entertainment in the 1950s as a game show host. Hosted popular shows including 'You Don't Say!', 'It's Your Bet', and 'The Big Showdown'. Also acted in television sitcoms, notably in 'The Brady Bunch' and 'The Monkees'. His work in game shows earned significant recognition during the golden age of television.
Hosted 'You Don't Say!'
Hosted 'It's Your Bet'
Hosted 'The Big Showdown'
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