

Merv Griffin
Acting•Born July 6, 1925•Died August 12, 2007 (age 82)•San Mateo, California, USA
Biography
Mervyn Edward "Merv" Griffin, Jr. (July 6, 1925 – August 12, 2007) was an American television host, singer, and media mogul. He began his career as a radio and big band singer who went on to appear in movies and on Broadway. During the 1960s, Griffin hosted his own talk show, The Merv Griffin Show, and created the game shows Jeopardy!, Wheel of Fortune, Click, and Merv Griffin's Crosswords. He is considered an entertainment business magnate.
Known For

The Daily Show
1996•TV Series•
6.4

The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
1962•TV Series•
7.5

Saturday Night Live
1975•TV Series•
6.9

Late Show with David Letterman
1993•TV Series•
6.4

The Ellen DeGeneres Show
2003•TV Series•
5.6

The Golden Girls
1985•TV Series•
7.6

The Merv Griffin Show
1962•TV Series•
6.6

The Tonight Show with Jay Leno
1992•TV Series•
5.4
Filmography
Personal Info
DepartmentActing
BirthdayJuly 6, 1925
Day of DeathAugust 12, 2007
Place of BirthSan Mateo, California, USA
Popularity0.7
