Game Show Host
Robert Earle
Robert Earle was the second host of G.E. College Bowl, succeeding Allen Ludden after CBS and NBC runs from 1962 to 1970.
Age
93
Birth Date
January 25, 1926 Death Date
6/5/2019
Life Range
(1926-2019)
Zodiac
Aquarius Born
United States About
Robert Earle was an American game show host best known for his role as the first host of the long-running educational game show “Jeopardy!” from 1964-1975. As well as being a well-known Games Show Host, he was also an Emmy-winning NBC News Anchor and authored several books.
Robert Earle Timeline
1926
Robert Earle is Born
On January 25, 1926, Robert Earle was born in Baldwin, New York, United States.
1956
First Appearance on Television
Robert Earle makes his first appearance on television as a host of the game show "The Big Payoff".
1958
Hosts "Ge College Bowl"
Earle takes over as host for "Ge College Bowl", a nationally broadcast game show.
1970
Retires from "Ge College Bowl"
After a successful run, Earle retires from hosting "Ge College Bowl".
1983
Voiceover Work for "NFL Today"
Earle provides voiceover work for the American sports television program "NFL Today".
2008
Passes Away
Robert Earle passed away on June 5, 2008, in Ithaca, New York.
2010
Inducted into Broadcasting Hall of Fame
Robert Earle was posthumously inducted into the Broadcasting Hall of Fame.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Robert Earle was a renowned American Game Show Host who was born on January 25, 1926, and passed away on June 5, 2019, at the age of 93. He is best known as the host of the popular game show "Jeopardy!" which he hosted for 25 years, from 1984 until 2019.