ABC’s ‘Millionaire’ revival with host Jimmy Kimmel returns for a second season next Sunday Oct. 18 at 9pm. Celebrities will be playing for $1 million for charity, and frontline workers will get a chance at the top prize, too. This season’s episodes were filmed after the passing of original U.S. host Regis Philbin. With that […]
When I was five years old, I began watching Regis Philbin on TV. “LIVE!” and “Who Wants to Be A Millionaire?” quickly became staples in my house. And I realized, even at a very young age, that I wanted to be on TV— to tell stories and interview celebrities and be energetic… and just be […]
Once again, “Who Wants to Be A Millionaire?” has saved ABC. The revival of the classic game show has been a ratings hit this Spring over two different nights and timeslots, earned a second season renewal from the network. With the Season Finale airing this Thursday, here are my picks for the 10 most mind-blowing […]
“Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?” is back on the air. ABC’s latest celebrity revival of the iconic game show is being hosted by Jimmy Kimmel. When “Millionaire” debuted in 1999 (with Regis Philbin as host) it changed American TV forever. And we have the Brits to thank for that. “Millionaire” was created by a […]
There’s no sports. Most scripted shows, including Pilots intended for the Fall, are on hold. And live events, such as awards shows and competition series like “American Idol”, are in limbo. What can television resort to during this pandemic period? The Answer: Game Shows. TV networks and channels have already taped a heaping of game […]
In 2002, “The View” moderator and “60 Minutes” journalist Meredith Vieira stepped into a pretty big position, becoming the host of the new daytime version of “Who Wants to Be A Millionaire?” After three years in primetime, ABC decided to shift the show to syndication in mornings and afternoons. Regis Philbin didn’t want to continue […]
After 17 years in syndication and nearly 20 years overall, “Who Wants to Be A Millionaire?” is coming to an end. Disney-ABC Television quietly announced its cancellation on Friday, days after its annual Upfronts presentation. The show was nominated for several Daytime Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Game Show and Outstanding Game Show Host (Chris Harrison) […]
Last week, I went to Las Vegas – for a little business and a whole lot of pleasure. One of the highlights, without question, was attending a taping of “Who Wants to Be A Millionaire?” Now, I know what you’re thinking: “Millionaire” tapes in Vegas? When I told people I was going to Vegas, they […]