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Learn about the life and career of Peter Marshall, the original host of The Hollywood Squares and a singer, actor, and radio personality. Find out his stage name origin, military service, family background, and more.
Peter Marshall was born on 30 March 1926 in Clarksburg, West Virginia, USA. He was an actor and writer, known for The Hollywood Squares (Daytime) (1965), Annie (1982) and Harold Robbins' 79 Park Avenue (1977).
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- August 15, 2024
Peter Marshall was born on March 30, 1926 in Clarksburg, West Virginia, USA. He was an actor and writer, known for The Hollywood Squares (Daytime) (1965), Annie (1982) and Harold Robbins' 79 Park Avenue (1977). He was married to Laurie Marshall, Sally Carter-Ihnat and Nadene Rita Teaford.
- March 30, 1926
- August 15, 2024
Aug 15, 2024 · Peter Marshall, the velvety-voiced host who presided over NBC’s celebrity-filled game show The Hollywood Squares for 16 years, died Thursday. He was 98.
Aug 15, 2024 · Peter Marshall, who coaxed cheeky rejoinders from celebrities like Burt Reynolds, Mel Brooks, Joan Rivers and Paul Lynde as the longtime host of “The Hollywood Squares,” for years one of the...
Aug 16, 2024 · The actor and presenter passed away of kidney failure at home, surrounded by loved ones. He hosted the long-running game show for 16 years and had a prolific acting career in films, series, and musicals.
Aug 16, 2024 · The actor and singer turned game show host was known for his smooth and witty style and his rapport with stars like Paul Lynde and George Gobel. He also appeared in movies, musicals and Broadway shows before and after his 16-year run on "The Hollywood Squares."