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Family Feud Celebrates 36 Years On The Air [VIDEO]

Jeremy Fenech — Thu, 12 Jul 2012 14:26:01 +0000

It was this day, July 12th, back in 1976 that the classic game show "Family Feud" debuted on televisions across the country. Originally hosted by the late Richard Dawson, the "Feud" has seen many set changes and emcees through the years.

Click here to check out the various eras of "Family Feud," and check out the very first question from the very first episode after the jump.

Why Was Richard Dawson a Legend? [VIDEOS]

Jeremy Fenech — Sat, 09 Jun 2012 12:25:37 +0000

It's no secret that I am a huge fan of Family Feud, and its original host Richard Dawson. I thought I knew everything about him and the show, but since his passing a week ago I have learned much more.

So, here we go with some interesting facts you may not have known. "Top 9 answers on the board... Name a reason that Richard Dawson is a true legend." See what the survey says after the jump!

Richard Dawson's Children Speak Of Their Late Father's Legacy [VIDEO]

Jeremy Fenech — Mon, 04 Jun 2012 19:23:48 +0000

Watch Richard Dawson's children, Gary and Shannon Dawson, as they reflect on the legacy that their father has left for us. They also discuss their experience with their father in his last moments.

Get more about Richard Dawson and his amazing career, including his run as the original host of Family Feud in my earlier post, and slap the buzzer below to check out my friends Gary and Shannon in today's Access Hollywood interview.

Iconic Game Show Host Richard Dawson Dead at 79 [VIDEOS]

Jeremy Fenech — Mon, 04 Jun 2012 15:00:49 +0000

I got the sad news this morning that Richard Dawson passed away Saturday after losing his battle with esophageal cancer. Born Colin Lionel Emm, he was an English-born American actor, comedian, game show panelist and iconic game show host in America. He was known for his role as Peter Newkirk on Hogan's Heroes, and was a regular panelist on the classic 70s game show Match Game from 1973 to 1978. But he was best known for being the original host of Family Feud from 1976–1985 and 1994–1995.

Schwarzenegger & Dawson – Movie Trivia

Jeremy Fenech — Mon, 04 Jun 2012 14:06:57 +0000

YouTube In honor of the late Richard Dawson who passed away over the weekend, today's movie trivia takes us back to 1987. This American action film loosely based on Stephen King's 1982 novel of the same name. The film stars Arnold Schwarzenegger, María Conchita Alonso, Jesse Ventura, Jim Brown, and Richard Dawson. Name the film for a chance to win NCG movie passes!

The Best Game Show Blooper Ever [VIDEO]

Jeremy Fenech — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 15:11:47 +0000

As many of you may know, I am the biggest fan of "Family Feud" there is. I have both of the games for Wii, I have the old school board game from the early 80s, I even made my own "Family Feud" board, and we played at my wedding. I know... it's an obsession!

Although my favorite host of the "'Feud" is the late Ray Combs, the funniest "Family Feud" moment I have ever seen comes from the Richard Dawson era. In this clip, 'Fast Money' becomes pretty slow! Check out the hilarity after the jump!