Dawson was well known for playing Corporal Peter Newkirk in Hogan's Heroes, as a regular panelist on Match Game (1973–1978), and as the original host of Family Feud (1976–1985, 1994–95).

Rewatch some of your favorite episodes from 1980-1983 with hosts Richard Dawson and Ray Combs. Find it on VIZIO Channel 315 in the Game Shows + Reality category.

Jul 28, 2022 · Showbiz CheatSheet reports a "Family Feud" executive estimated Richard Dawson kissed as many as 20,000 women during his stint on the popular game show. However, one kiss in particular changed Dawson's life.

On June 14, 1985, original host Richard Dawson gave his heartfelt goodbye to the long-running game show Family Feud. Dawson began his career as comedian and actor in England, …

On April 6, 1981, the Johnson family appeared on "Family Feud" and Richard was introduced to 27-year-old Gretchen Johnson. They had a daughter, Shannon Dawson (Shannon Nicole Dawson), in 1990, and were married in 1991. They were still married and reside in …

Nov 29, 2023 · After rising to fame on Hogan’s Heroes, Richard Dawson began his stint as a game show star, serving as a panelist on Match Game and later hosting Family Feud. The British-born actor’s...

Jun 3, 2012 · Richard Dawson, the longtime host of “Family Feud” known for planting kisses on female contestants, has died, his son said in a statement Sunday. He was 79.

Nov 29, 2023 · 'Family Feud' host Richard Dawson became known for kissing contestants during episodes of the series. The game show personality later explained the gesture.

Jun 2, 2012 · He was best known as a celebrity panelist of Match Game and the original host of Family Feud (until 1988 when he was then proceeded by Ray Combs, but then came back later in 1994). On Family Feud, he was well known for kissing contestants for good luck.

He was best known as a celebrity panelist of Match Game and the original host of Family Feud (until 1988 when he was then proceeded by Ray Combs, but has come back later in 1994). One of his trademarks, kissing all the female contestants, was one of the things that made Family Feud appear to be a warm and friendly program.