Chuck Barris

Creator

Born June 3, 1929 — Died March 21, 2017

From Palisades, New York, USA

Biography

Charles Hirsch Barris (June 3, 1929 – March 21, 2017) was an American game show creator, producer, and host. He was best known for hosting The Gong Show and creating The Dating Game and The Newlywed Game. He was also a songwriter who wrote "Palisades Park", recorded by Freddy Cannon and also recorde...