If you’ve ever watched ‘The Dating Game’ or ‘The Newlywed Game’ then you’re probably familiar with its famed producer Chuck Barris who passed away on 3/21 at the age of 87. He was one of the originators in reality TV as the host of ‘The Gong Show’ which aired in syndication during prime-time over 4 seasons from 1976-1980.
Chuck Barris left behind his wife of 16 years Mary Barris. May he rest in paradise! Check out the host of other breakthrough shows he was a part of HERE.
