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.

Merv Griffin

Acting Born July 6, 1925 – Died August 12, 2007 San Mateo, California, USA

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 Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson

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The Daily Show

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Late Show with David Letterman

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Saturday Night Live

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The Merv Griffin Show

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The Tonight Show with Jay Leno

CBS News Sunday Morning

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The Ellen DeGeneres Show

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Tonight Starring Jack Paar

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Tonight Starring Jack Paar

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Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman

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The Golden Girls

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