Game Show Pioneer Chuck Woolery Dies At 83 After Battling Health Issues

Chuck Woolery, the iconic host who brought charm to Wheel of Fortune, has bid farewell at 83. Curious about his inspiring life? Watch now!

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00:00The iconic game show host Chuck Waldry has passed away at 83, best known as the first

00:06host of Wheel of Fortune, died on Saturday at his home in Texas, surrounded by his family.

00:12His close friend and podcast co-host Mark Young confirmed the news, stating that Waldry

00:18passed away due to heart failure after years of health struggles.

00:23His charm and wit helped the Wheel of Fortune show gain immense popularity before he handed

00:29the reign to Pat Sajak in 1981.

00:31Waldry didn't stop there, he went on to host several other iconic game shows including

00:37Love Connection, Scrabble, Lingo, and more.

00:40His knack for connecting with contestants and audiences made him a household name in

00:45American entertainment.

00:48Before stepping into the world of television, Waldry explored a career in music.

00:53In the 1960s, he was part of the pop duo The Avant-Garde, which found success with

00:58the hit single, Naturally Stoned.

01:01Later, Waldry composed advertising jingles showcasing his creative versatility.

01:08His close friend Mark Young paid a heartfelt tribute on social media, calling Waldry a

01:13dear friend and a tremendous man of faith.

01:16Fans and colleagues also shared their condolences, remembering his contribution to television

01:21and his unique on-screen presence.