Chuck Woolery, the beloved game show host known for his role as the original emcee of Wheel of Fortune and the face of the popular dating show Love Connection, has passed away at the age of 83.
The news was first shared on the social media platform X by Woolery’s close friend, Mark Young, who wrote, “It is with a broken heart that I tell you my dear brother @chuckwoolery has just passed away. Life will not be the same without him, RIP brother.”
TMZ later confirmed the news, reporting that Woolery died at his Texas home after experiencing breathing difficulties. Woolery is perhaps best remembered for his decade-long tenure as the host of Love Connection, where his signature phrase “two and two” became a staple before each commercial break. In addition to his time on Love Connection, Woolery later gained attention as a conservative talk show host and pundit. He hosted the nationally syndicated radio show Save Us Chuck Woolery and co-hosted the Blunt Force Truth podcast with Young.
Before entering the political arena, Woolery built an impressive career in game shows, starting as the host of Wheel of Fortune from 1975 to 1981, before Pat Sajak took over. He also hosted Scrabble, The Chuck Woolery Show, Home & Family, The Dating Game, Greed, and Lingo on the Game Show Network. In addition to his game show roles, Woolery made guest appearances as himself on 227, Cold Feet, and Scrubs, and even starred in a reality series titled Chuck Woolery: Naturally Stoned.
In recognition of his contributions to the world of game shows, Woolery was inducted into the American TV Game Show Hall of Fame in 2007. Before his television career, Woolery served in the U.S. Navy and later became a performer with the music group The Avante-Garde, which achieved a top 40 hit with "Naturally Stoned." He also enjoyed a brief solo career, with several country hits to his name.
Chuck Woolery's legacy as a versatile television personality and his distinctive voice will remain a cherished part of television history.
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