Early Life
When was Merv Griffin born?
July 6, 1925
What was a major early career struggle for Griffin?
Finding his path in entertainment. In his early career, Merv Griffin had difficulty finding a steady and reliable niche in entertainment.
How many Emmy's did his show receive?
11
How old is he right now?
N/A
Which high school did Griffin attend?
San Mateo High School
What health challenges did he face?
He was diagnosed with prostate cancer in the early 1990s, which was a significant blow both personally and professionally
How many years did the Merv Griffin show run for?
21 years
How tall is Merv Griffin?
6'4
Which section of the army did Merv Griffin enlist in?
The Navy
How did cultural shifts affect his shows?
Cultural shifts in television viewing habits that required Griffin to adapt his programming style.
What other show did he create other than Jeopardy?
Wheel of Fortune
What his older sisters first name?
Barbara
What did he first become famous for?
He gained fame as a singer after he was discovered by Lloyd Thaxton
Why was his transition from music to entertainment a notable struggle?
He had little to no training in television production.
Name two of his notable Works.
Wheel of Fortune, Jeopardy, Merv Griffin Show.
What was his favorite animal?
Horses. In fact, he owned several racehorses.
Where did his musical influence come from?
He began playing the piano at age 7 and pursued his interest throughout his early years
Why did Merv have financial struggles?
He had invested heavily in real estate, and the recession of that era negatively impacted his holdings. Additionally, his early investments in television production were not always profitable, putting his personal finances at risk.
Was Merv Griffins Crosswords a game or a game show?
Game show.
What does Merv Griffins tombstone say?
"I will not be right back after this message"