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Bill Cullen Biography
Birth Name:William Lawrence Francis Cullen
Birth Place:Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Profession Actor
Fast Facts
- The Game Show Congress' Career Achievement Award was named after him
- Earned a degree in fine arts from the University of Pittsburgh
- Got his start in entertainment as an assistant to a sportscaster
- Was primarily known for his work hosting various game shows
- Would frequently work with show producer Bob Stewart
- During World War II, he served as a Civil Air Patrol pilot
- In 1972, he was the original person chosen to host "The Price Is Right" before the job was instead given to Bob Barker
Awards
- 1973Primetime Emmy-Outstanding Achievement by Individuals in Daytime Programming: winner
- 1982Daytime Emmy-Outstanding Host or Hostess in a Game or Audience Participation Show: nominated
- 1985Daytime Emmy-Outstanding Host in a Game Show: nominated