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Merv Griffin - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | July 06, 1925 |
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| Died | August 12, 2007 (age 82) |
| Birthplace | San Mateo, California, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer - (see also Merv Griffin's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Ox |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Creator of 'Jeopardy!' and 'Wheel of Fortune'; television talk show host; media entrepreneur |
Intro
Merv Griffin was an American television host, media mogul, and creator of popular game shows, most notably 'Jeopardy!' and 'Wheel of Fortune.' Over his multi-decade career, Griffin became one of the most influential figures in 20th-century American television.
Early Life & Background
Griffin demonstrated an early talent for music and entertainment, singing in his church's choir and working as a radio singer before World War II. He attended San Mateo High School and briefly studied at San Francisco State College before pursuing a career in entertainment.
Career Highlights
- Host of 'The Merv Griffin Show' (1962–1986)
- Creator of the game shows 'Jeopardy!' (1964) and 'Wheel of Fortune' (1975)
- Produced multiple other television game shows
- Inducted into the Television Hall of Fame (1986)
- Acquired and sold major media properties, becoming a media mogul
Trivia
- His composition, 'Think!', became the signature theme for 'Jeopardy!'
- Sold his game show empire to Coca-Cola in 1986 for $250 million
- Originally began his career as a singer and pianist, recording with Freddy Martin's orchestra
FAQs
People also ask
When was Merv Griffin born?
Merv Griffin was born the 6 July 1925.
Where is Merv Griffin from?
San Mateo, California, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About July 6th, 1925, in brief:
- Day of the week: July 6th, 1925 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Tell Her in the Springtime by Grace Moore (Rosario Bourdon's Orchestra)
- Popular movie: The Gold Rush directed by Charles Chaplin
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