Our beloved “Wheel Of Fortune” host passed away! He was a real LEGEND, we are going to miss him.
Television icon and host Chuck Woolery would be remembered as one of the most beloved TV figures of game shows.
Woolery, knows as the first host of Wheel of Fortune passed away aged 83 following an illness. The news was confirmed by his long-time friend Mark Young who posted on X, “It is with a broken heart that I tell you that my dear brother @chuckwoolery has just passed away. Life will not be the same without him, RIP brother.”
As reported by TMZ, Young told the outlet that Woolery “said he wasn’t feeling well and went to lie down.” Later, Woolery returned and mentioned that “he was having trouble breathing.” Young then claimed that 911 was called but “he didn’t make it.”
Except for one of the most famous game shows, Wheel of Fortune, Woolery also hosted Love Connection and Lingo among the rest.
In later years, Woolery hosted the podcast Blunt Force Truth, a popular right-wing podcast. In it, the television icon shared his conservative views.
Woolery was born on March 16, 1941, in Ashland, Kentucky. At the start of his career, he tried himself in music with the band The Avant-Garde that he formed together with Elkin “Bubba” Fowler in 1967. It was their song Naturally Stoned that helped them grow to fame.
The television icon was married four times. He was inducted into the American TV Game Show Hall of Fame in 2007.
Woolery will be remember as someone who made millions laugh. May he rest in peace.
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The entertainment industry has lost a true legend as beloved television icon and game show host Chuck Woolery passed away at the age of 83. Woolery, best known as the original host of “Wheel of Fortune,” leaves behind a legacy of laughter and entertainment that will be remembered for generations to come.
Mark Young, a long-time friend of Woolery, confirmed the news of his passing on social media, expressing his heartbreak over the loss of his dear friend. Woolery had reportedly been feeling unwell and experiencing difficulty breathing before his passing, leaving those close to him in shock and sadness.
In addition to his iconic role on “Wheel of Fortune,” Woolery also hosted other popular game shows such as “Love Connection” and “Lingo.” His charismatic personality and quick wit made him a fan favorite, earning him a permanent place in the hearts of viewers everywhere.
In his later years, Woolery ventured into the world of podcasting with “Blunt Force Truth,” where he shared his conservative views with listeners. Despite his success in various entertainment ventures, Woolery remained humble and down-to-earth, connecting with audiences on a personal level.
Born in Ashland, Kentucky in 1941, Woolery began his career in music before transitioning to television. Over the years, he was married four times and received numerous accolades for his contributions to the entertainment industry, including induction into the American TV Game Show Hall of Fame in 2007.
Chuck Woolery will be remembered not only for his iconic television roles but also for his infectious laughter and ability to make millions of people smile. His passing marks the end of an era in television history, but his legacy will live on through the countless memories he created for fans around the world. May he rest in peace.
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