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Jack Barry | |
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Born | Jack Barasch March 20, 1918 Lindenhurst, New York, U.S. |
Died | May 2, 1984 Manhattan, New York City, U.S. | (aged 66)
Occupation | Game show host |
Years active | 1942–1984 |
Spouses | |
Children | 4 (2 children with each spouse) |
Jack Barry (born Jack Barasch; March 20, 1918 – May 2, 1984) was an American game show host, television personality and executive who made a name for himself in the game show field. Barry served as host of several game shows in his career, many of which he developed along with Dan Enright as part of their joint operation Barry & Enright Productions.
Barry's reputation became tarnished due to his involvement in the 1950s quiz show scandals and the ensuing fallout affected his career for over a decade.