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Q: When did Game Show Network launch? A: December 1, 1994. Q: What was the first game show aired on the cable channel? A: What’s My Line? Q: Did Game Show Network venture into original programming? A: Yes, with some shows you may have heard of — including the original American version of The Chase and a long-running edition of Lingo — and many you probably haven’t — including the shows below. As Game Show Network celebrates its 30th birthday, we’re rummaging through the archives to unearth some of the channel’s short-lived originals. How many did you see? 20Q (2009) Hosted by Cat Deeley and based on the handheld electronic game of the same name, 20Q had contestants battling each other and a computer character (voiced by Hal Sparks) in 20 Questions-style challenges for cash prizes. Camouflage (2007) This game show had the letters to the puzzle answers consecutively hidden among decoy letters. For...

Chuck Woolery, a prominent entertainment figure as a game show host, musician and later a controversial podcaster, has died at the age of 83. His death was confirmed by his podcast cohost and friend Mark Young in a social media post.

“It is with a broken heart that I tell you that my dear brother @chuckwoolery has just passed away,” Young shared on X. “Life will not be the same without him. Rip, brother.”

Woolery became a household name as the host of the dating show Love Connection, which ran from 1983 to 1994, and was also the original host of Wheel of Fortune before Pat Sajak took over the role. His career in entertainment spanned decades, evolving from music to television to political podcasting.

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Born Charles Herbert Woolery in Ashland, Kentucky, on March 16, 1941, he served...

Game show veteran Chuck Woolery, who hosted the original versions of Wheel of Fortune and Love Connection, died November 23. He was 83.

Woolery’s passing was announced on X by his longtime friend and Blunt Force Truth podcast co-host Mark Young.

“It is with a broken heart that I tell you that my dear brother @chuckwoolery has just passed away,” he wrote. “Life will not be the same without him.”

Young told TMZ that Woolery died at his Texas home after experiencing trouble breathing.

Woolery, who started his career as a country singer and was half of pop duo The Avant-Garde, was hired as Wheel of Fortune host when the show first launched in 1975. After hosting the program for seven years, he departed over a salary dispute and was replaced by Pat Sajak.

“Chuck Woolery was without doubt the Real Deal. He was an original. There was no one like Chuck,...

On Friday July 12 2024, CBS broadcasts Lingo!

Season 2 Episode 7 Episode Summary

In this episode of “Lingo,” viewers are in for a treat as the iconic RuPaul takes on the role of host in this exciting game show. Contestants will be put to the test as they navigate through challenges where the simplest of words could lead to winning thousands of dollars. The high stakes and competitive nature of the game promise an entertaining and engaging experience for all.

With RuPaul at the helm, contestants can expect a mix of humor, charm, and charisma that adds an extra layer of excitement to the show. As the contestants strive to decode words and phrases, the tension builds, creating a thrilling atmosphere that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats. Each correct answer brings them closer to the ultimate prize, making every moment crucial and intense.

The dynamic between RuPaul and the contestants...

ABC News’ interview with President Joe Biden won its timeslot across major demographics on Friday night, as well as bringing in the most viewers with 8.5 million viewers in the fast overnight national ratings. The early numbers also showed ABC coming out on top in both in the 18-49 and 25-54 age demographics, though the 18-49 number just narrowly edged out Fox’s “WWE Friday Night SmackDown.”

The special, with anchor George Stephanopoulos interviewing Biden amid rising concern over his mental acuity and whether he can remain the Democratic Party’s nominee, was also the most-watched ABC News primetime non-election/debate program since Stephanopoulos’ 2018 interview with former FBI director James Comey.

In separate fast affiliate viewership numbers, ABC’s Biden one-on-one came ahead of a near-tie between CBS’s “Lingo” and Fox’s “WWE Friday Night SmackDown,” the former drawing 2.1 million while “SmackDown” pulled 2 million in the early viewership report. A...

Get ready for an exciting episode of “Lingo,” airing at 8:00 Pm on Friday, July 12, 2024, on CBS. Hosted by the iconic RuPaul, this game show promises thrilling competition where contestants can win big with their mastery of simple words.

In Season 2, Episode 7, viewers will witness contestants facing off in a series of word-related challenges. From guessing the right words to unraveling word puzzles, every round brings opportunities for players to earn thousands of dollars. RuPaul’s charismatic presence adds flair to the show as contestants navigate through various linguistic challenges.

“Lingo” is not just about words; it’s about strategy, quick thinking, and a keen understanding of language. Contestants must harness their vocabulary skills under pressure to advance and ultimately secure a shot at the grand prize. With each correct word, tension rises and excitement mounts as contestants strive to outwit their opponents.

Join CBS for an exhilarating evening of “Lingo,...

Get ready for an exciting night of wordplay on the upcoming episode of “Lingo,” airing at 9:00 Pm this Friday, May 24, 2024, on CBS. Hosted by the iconic RuPaul, this game show turns the simplest of words into opportunities to win big bucks.

In Season 2 Episode 2 of “Lingo,” contestants will put their vocabulary skills to the test as they compete for the chance to walk away with thousands of dollars in prize money. With RuPaul at the helm, expect plenty of humor, charisma, and fabulousness as contestants face off in a series of word-based challenges.

As the tension mounts and the competition heats up, viewers can look forward to nail-biting moments, hilarious misunderstandings, and maybe even a few surprise twists along the way. Whether you’re a wordsmith extraordinaire or just love a good game show, “Lingo” promises to entertain and delight audiences of all ages.

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Get ready for an exhilarating game show experience as “Lingo” returns with its highly anticipated Season 2 premiere, airing on CBS at 8:00 Pm this Friday, May 24, 2024. Hosted by the iconic RuPaul, this show promises to be a thrilling ride where the simplest of words could lead contestants to win thousands of dollars.

In Season 2 Episode 1 of “Lingo,” viewers can expect a high-energy atmosphere filled with excitement and anticipation. Contestants will put their vocabulary skills to the test as they compete against each other in a series of fast-paced word games.

With RuPaul at the helm, the stage is set for an unforgettable evening of entertainment and suspense. As contestants strive to decipher words and phrases, the stakes couldn’t be higher, with cash prizes waiting to be claimed by those who can crack the code.

So, mark your calendars and tune in to CBS this Friday at 8:00 Pm to...

Lingo fans, we’ve got a fresh off the press preview for the new Season 2 Episode 1 episode titled !

Find out everything you need to know about the episode of Lingo, including a full preview, videos, release date, cast information and how to watch!

Lingo Season 2 Episode 1 Preview

Get ready to test your vocabulary and your luck in the upcoming episode of “Lingo,” airing on CBS at 8:00 Pm on May 24, 2024. Hosted by the iconic RuPaul, this game show offers contestants the chance to win big bucks by guessing the meanings of simple words.

In each episode, contestants from all walks of life compete head-to-head in a series of word-related challenges. From deciphering word puzzles to completing fill-in-the-blank sentences, players must rely on their language skills and quick thinking to outsmart their opponents and rack up points.

With RuPaul at the helm, “Lingo” brings a unique blend of charm, wit, and...

Lingo fans, we’ve got a fresh off the press preview for the new Season 2 Episode 2 episode titled !

Find out everything you need to know about the episode of Lingo, including a full preview, videos, release date, cast information and how to watch!

Lingo Season 2 Episode 2 Preview

Get ready to test your word skills and win big in the upcoming episode of “Lingo,” airing on CBS at 9:00 Pm on May 24, 2024. Hosted by the legendary RuPaul, this exciting game show offers contestants the chance to turn simple words into thousands of dollars.

In each episode of “Lingo,” contestants from diverse backgrounds compete in word-related challenges that require quick thinking and a strong vocabulary. From solving puzzles to completing word games, players must showcase their language prowess to outwit their opponents and secure cash prizes.

At the helm of “Lingo” is the incomparable RuPaul, whose charisma and charm bring an extra spark to the show.

Exclusive: Two well-known UK indies will become one as All3Media’s Objective Media Group consolidates Triple Brew and Betty into a new, as-yet-unnamed single label, Deadline has learned.

The restructure of Objective’s unscripted business means the prodcos’ combined slate, including the likes of The Cube, Lingo, Wheeler Dealers and Bear Grylls series Bear’s Mission With…, will be housed under one roof, with the well-known Betty and Triple Brew labels ceasing to exist. The rejig will mean job losses, we hear.

Objective houses a cluster of indie labels spanning scripted, factual and entertainment. It is one of the UK’s best-known production groups with several bases across the UK and an office in LA. It is owned by All3Media, which is in the throes of being acquired by RedBird Imi in a $1.45B deal.

Quiz and gameshow-focused Triple Brew Media was formed in 2019. It is led by Ben Shephard,...

The television networks introduce dozens of new TV shows each season, hoping each will be a big hit in the ratings. Unfortunately, most are cancelled after one season. How are the new 2022-23 TV series doing? Which have the best ratings and which have the worst? How many will survive to see a second season? Stay tuned.

Here are the final season average ratings of the new 2022-23 network TV shows -- through the end of week 40.

New ABC shows (so far): Alaska Daily, Celebrity Jeopardy!, The Company You Keep, The Game Show Show, Jeopardy! Masters, Not Dead Yet, The Parent Test, The Prank Panel, The Rookie: Feds, and Will Trent.

New CBS shows this season (so far): East New York, Fire Country, Lingo, The Real Love Boat, So Help Me Todd, and True Lies.

Wednesday, February 1, 2023, ratings -- New episodes: Lingo, Tough As Nails, Name That Tune, and Special Forces: World's Toughest Test. Specials: The Price Is Right at Night, Soul of a Nation Presents: Black in Vegas, and Schoolhouse Rock! 50th Anniversary Singalong. Reruns: Abbott Elementary, Chicago Med, Chicago Fire, Chicago Pd, Penn & Teller: Fool Us, and Kung Fu.

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In the latest TV show ratings: With #OneChicago (and Fwiw, The CW) in rerun mode, CBS’ The Price Is Right at Night led this Wednesday both in the demo and in total viewers.

CBS | Tpir at Night drew 5.2 million total viewers and a 0.6 demo rating, steady week-to-week. Lingo (2.9 mil/0.4) and Tough as Nails (1.8 mil/0.2) both dipped, with the latter slipping to its second-smallest audience ever and hitting a demo low.

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Which TV shows are doing the best? The worst? Cancelled or renewed? Wondering how your favorite series are doing in the ratings? Here are the final season average ratings of the 2022-23 network TV shows -- through the end of week 19.

ABC shows (so far): 20/20, Abbott Elementary, Alaska Daily, America's Funniest Home Videos, The Bachelor, Bachelor in Paradise, Big Sky, Celebrity Jeopardy!, Celebrity Wheel of Fortune, The Chase, The Conners, The Goldbergs, The Good Doctor, The Great Christmas Light Fight, Grey's Anatomy, Home Economics, The Parent Test, The Rookie, The Rookie: Feds, Shark Tank, Station 19, and Will Trent.

CBS shows this season (so far): 48 Hours 60 Minutes, The Amazing Race, Bob ♥ Abishola, Blue Bloods, CSI: Vegas, East New York, The Equalizer, FBI, FBI: International, FBI: Most Wanted, Fire Country, Ghosts, Lingo, NCIS, NCIS: Hawai'i, NCIS: Los...

Each season, the television networks introduce dozens of new TV shows and hope each will be a big hit in the ratings. Unfortunately, most are cancelled after one season. How are the new 2022-23 TV series doing? Which have the best ratings and which have the worst? How many will survive to see a second season? Stay tuned.

Here are the final season average ratings of the new 2022-23 network TV shows -- through the end of week 19.

New ABC shows (so far): Alaska Daily, Celebrity Jeopardy!, The Parent Test, The Rookie: Feds, and Will Trent.

New CBS shows this season (so far): East New York, Fire Country, Lingo, The Real Love Boat, and So Help Me Todd.

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In the latest TV show ratings, CBS’ The Price Is Right at Night — with both NBC and ABC in rerun mode — this Wednesday rose to 5.2 million total viewers (a season high) and a 0.6 demo rating, topping the night in both measures.

Tpir at Night has also added another two primetime outings, on Feb. 15 (“Family Night” theme) and Feb. 22 (“Date Night” theme).

More from TVLineTV Ratings: #OneChicago Leads Wednesday, CBS' Lingo Has Ok StartRatings: Price Is Right at Night Rerun Tops Wednesday, The Wheel SteadyRatings: Price Is Right Ties 9-1-1s and American Idol for Monday Demo Win

Lingo (3 mil...

Which TV shows are doing the best? The worst? Cancelled or renewed? Wondering how your favorite series are doing in the ratings? Here are the final season average ratings of the 2022-23 network TV shows -- through the end of week 18.

ABC shows (so far): 20/20, Abbott Elementary, Alaska Daily, America's Funniest Home Videos, Bachelor in Paradise, Big Sky, Celebrity Jeopardy!, Celebrity Wheel of Fortune, The Chase, The Conners, The Goldbergs, The Good Doctor, The Great Christmas Light Fight, Grey's Anatomy, Home Economics, The Parent Test, The Rookie, The Rookie: Feds, Shark Tank, Station 19, and Will Trent.

CBS shows this season (so far): 48 Hours 60 Minutes, The Amazing Race, Bob ♥ Abishola, Blue Bloods, CSI: Vegas, East New York, The Equalizer, FBI, FBI: International, FBI: Most Wanted, Fire Country, Ghosts, Lingo, NCIS, NCIS: Hawai'i, NCIS: Los Angeles, The...

Each season, the television networks introduce dozens of new TV shows and hope each will be a big hit in the ratings. Unfortunately, most are cancelled after one season. How are the new 2022-23 TV series doing? Which have the best ratings and which have the worst? How many will survive to see a second season? Stay tuned.

Here are the final season average ratings of the new 2022-23 network TV shows -- through the end of week 18.

New ABC shows (so far): Alaska Daily, Celebrity Jeopardy!, The Parent Test, The Rookie: Feds, and Will Trent.

New CBS shows this season (so far): East New York, Fire Country, Lingo, The Real Love Boat, and So Help Me Todd.

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The widely anticipated premiere of “Night Court” ushered in a Tuesday primetime win for NBC as the workplace comedy drew in 7.5 million viewers, according to Nielsen.

As fans of the original 1980s sitcom and newcomers alike tuned in to watch the reboot in its back-to-back premiere, the first episode of “Night Court” nabbed a total viewership of 7.5 million and a 1.0 rating in the key 18-49 demographic, while the second episode decreased slightly with 6.9 total viewers and a 0.9 ratings score.

With combined broadcast and Peacock numbers, the first half hour episode reached 8.0 million viewers while the 8:30 telecast nabbed 7.2 million viewers, leading “Night Court” to have the best first day of viewing for any NBC series episode on Peacock, including new and returning shows.

“To see ‘Night Court’ wholeheartedly embraced by the audiences is a testament to how beloved the show remains as a cultural touchstone,” President of Scripted Content at NBCUniversal Lisa Katz said.

In the latest TV show ratings, NBC’s Chicago Med and Fire tied for the nightly demo win, with the latter also copping Wednesday’s largest audience.

NBC | Chicago Med (6.8 million total viewers and a 0.6 rating) was steady, while Fire (7 mil/0.6) and P.D. (5.4 mil/0.5, read recap) both added a few eyeballs but dipped in the demo.

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Each season, the television networks introduce dozens of new TV shows and hope each will be a big hit in the ratings. Unfortunately, most are cancelled after one season. How are the new 2022-23 TV series doing? Which have the best ratings and which have the worst? How many will survive to see a second season? Stay tuned.

Here are the final season average ratings of the new 2022-23 network TV shows -- through the end of week 17.

New ABC shows (so far): Alaska Daily, Celebrity Jeopardy!, The Parent Test, The Rookie: Feds, and Will Trent.

New CBS shows this season (so far): East New York, Fire Country, Lingo, The Real Love Boat, and So Help Me Todd.

Read More…...

Which TV shows are doing the best? The worst? Cancelled or renewed? Wondering how your favorite series are doing in the ratings? Here are the final season average ratings of the 2022-23 network TV shows -- through the end of week 17.

ABC shows (so far): 20/20, Abbott Elementary, Alaska Daily, America's Funniest Home Videos, Bachelor in Paradise, Big Sky, Celebrity Jeopardy!, Celebrity Wheel of Fortune, The Chase, The Conners, The Goldbergs, The Good Doctor, The Great Christmas Light Fight, Grey's Anatomy, Home Economics, The Parent Test, The Rookie, The Rookie: Feds, Shark Tank, Station 19, and Will Trent.

CBS shows this season (so far): 48 Hours 60 Minutes, The Amazing Race, Bob ♥ Abishola, Blue Bloods, CSI: Vegas, East New York, The Equalizer, FBI, FBI: International, FBI: Most Wanted, Fire Country, Ghosts, Lingo, NCIS, NCIS: Hawai'i, NCIS: Los...

Has NCIS: Hawai’i‘s Special Agent Lucy Tara been sinking or swimming in her role as Agent Afloat? Jesse gets a fun update on his colleague in TVLine’s exclusive sneak peek at tonight’s episode.

Back in November, Special Agent in Charge Jane Tennant (played by Vanessa Lachey) informed Lucy (Yasmine Al-Bustami) that she had been accepted for the Special Agent Afloat position (stationed aboard an aircraft carrier), which she had applied for when back she and Kate (Tori Anderson) were broken up.

More from TVLineFriday Ratings: S.W.A.T. Eyes Season High in AudienceTV Ratings: #OneChicago Leads Wednesday,...

Here's a look at the latest release dates: Selma - Ava DuVernay's Civil Rights picture starring David Oyelowo as Martin Luther King, Jr. opens in limited release on Christmas Day, with a theater expansion on January 9, 2015. The Homesman - Writer-director-star Tommy Lee Jones' Western drama also starring Hilary Swank and Miranda Otto will open on November 7th. Spare Parts - Sean McNamara's film that follows a team of high school students participating in an underwater robotics competition will open January 16, 2015. Hit the jump for more on each picture. In addition to the Christmas Day 2015 release date news, which qualifies the film for the 2014 Oscars race, we've also received an updated casting list.  The film stars David Oyelowo as Martin Luther King Jr., Tom Wilkinson as Lyndon Baines Johnson, Carmen Ejogo as Coretta Scott King, Andre Holland as Andrew Young, Omar J. Dorsey as James Orange, Alessandro Nivola as John Doar,...

Paramount Pictures and Path&#233 today announced that the feature film Selma will have a limited release in the U.S. on Christmas day and will open wide on January 9, 2015. Directed by Ava DuVernay (Middle of Nowhere), the film is being produced by Oprah Winfrey, Plan B, the producers of the Academy Award-winning 12 Years a Slave, and Cloud Eight Films' Academy Award-winning Christian Colson (127 Hours, Slumdog Millionaire).

Academy Award nominee Oprah Winfrey joins the film's cast as Annie Lee Cooper, an elderly woman and visible leader amongst the civil rights protesters in Selma who tried to register to vote and was unfairly denied by the sheriff.

The film is currently shooting in Atlanta, Georgia, and Montgomery and Selma, Alabama.

Selma is the story of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s historic struggle to secure voting rights for all people - a dangerous and terrifying campaign that culminated with the epic march from Selma to Montgomery,...

Paramount Pictures and Pathé today announced that the feature film Selma will have a limited release in the U.S. on Christmas Day and will open wide on January 9, 2015.

The date puts director Ava DuVernay’s (Middle Of Nowhere) film in a prime spot during awards season. Definitely add this one to your calendar.

Selma is the story of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s historic struggle to secure voting rights for all people – a dangerous and terrifying campaign that culminated with the epic march from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama, and led to President Johnson signing the Voting Rights Act of 1965. The film’s release will celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the landmark legislation.

It was also announced that Academy Award nominee Oprah Winfrey has joined the cast as Annie Lee Cooper, an elderly woman and visible leader amongst the civil rights protesters in Selma who tried to register to...

I had been sitting back wondering whether Ava DuVernay's "Selma" would be ready in time for this year's upcoming awards season. Paramount already has a couple of things to play with, from Jason Reitman's "Men, Women & Children" to Christopher Nolan's "Interstellar." Well, add another, as DuVernay's film has just been slated for a Christmas Day limited release. The film, which is being produced by Oprah Winfrey and Brad Pitt's Plan B shingle, is still shooting in Atlanta, Georgia and Montgomery and Selma, Alabama, but I guess there is enough faith that the editing will come together in time. It of course tells the story of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s struggle to secure voting rights for all during the heated civil rights movement of the 1960s. This led to President Lyndon Johnson signing the landmark Voting Rights Act of 1965. The film will go wide on Jan.

8. Chuck Woolery ("Wheel of Fortune," "Love Connection," "Scrabble"): Chuck Woolery was the original host of "Wheel of Fortune," but lost the gig to the smarmy wet blanket, Pat Sajack, after a salary dispute. Almost all of Woolery's episodes have been permanently lost, as NBC had a habit of wiping tapes to save money.

Where Is He Now? The man is over 70, so he's not doing much. His most recent show was "Lingo" on Gsn, which ran from 2002-2007. I don't know where it aired, but in 2003, there was also a reality show that tracked Woolery's daily life.

7. Ray Combs: ("Family Feud"): Combs started out as a warm-up act for sitcoms, including "Amen." He had very little experience when he was selected, but Combs was behind the revitalization of the show, after replacing Richard Dawson. However, after six years, Richard Dawson replaced Combs again. Combs last words on "Family Feud,...

Gsn has announced that they're resurrecting their popular word game show, Lingo. They aren't calling venerable host Chuck Woolery back into action though. The host of this version will be Bill Engvall, the comic who starred in his own comedy series on TBS that was cancelled in 2009, The Bill Engvall Show. Here are the details from a Gsn press release...

Gsn Launches Production On "Lingo," Hosted By Comedian Bill Engvall

From the Producers of "Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?"

(Santa Monica, Calif.) January 13, 2011 - Gsn announced today that it is starting production on Lingo, a mystery-word game show. Produced by "Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?"'s Zoo Productions (a division of ALL3MEDIA group), Lingo will be hosted by popular comedian Bill Engvall. Well known to audiences as the star of the TBS series "The Bill Engvall Show"...

The Gurin Co. intends to expand the scope of its TV production business by signing first-look development deals with writer-producers Brad Wollack and Chip Butterman. Gurin Co., headed by producer Phil Gurin, is known for producing game shows, including NBC's Weakest Link and Game Show Network's Lingo, but the company is looking to grow its business into other program genres, Gurin said. "Brad's a terrific writer and comic personality in his own right, and Chip's creativity as both a writer and as a talent manager bring complimentary skills to our company," Gurin said. "As we launch into multiple genres across the networks, cable companies and syndicators, it's great having these talented guys contributing to the strength of our bench."...

NEW YORK -- Step aside, Ozzy Osbourne: Game show icon Chuck Woolery will be the subject of his own new primetime reality series. Slated to premiere on Game Show Network in the spring, Chuck Woolery: Behind the Lingo will explore the life of the TV veteran, whose credits include Love Connection and Lingo, the word-puzzle game he currently hosts for the cable net. Six episodes have been ordered, but the network has an option for an undisclosed number of additional episodes. Anyone expecting cable to deliver another controversial reality series will be disappointed, GSN president and Rich Cronin said. "It's more family-friendly than MTV's 'The Osbournes' or '(The) Anna Nicole (Show)' on E!" he said. "Chuck is quirky, not dysfunctional."...