Bruce Forsyth
British entertainer and presenter (1928–2017)
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Key Takeaways
- Sir Bruce Joseph Forsyth-Johnson (22 February 1928 – 18 August 2017), also known as Brucie , was a British entertainer and television personality whose career spanned over 75 years.
- His legacy is marked by a transition from traditional music hall performance to the evolving world of television.
- From the 1970s to the 1990s, Forsyth became famous for presenting several successful British game shows.
- Moving to ITV, he hosted other successful game shows, including Play Your Cards Right (the British version of Card Sharks ) from 1980 to 1987, 1994 to 1999 and from 2002 to 2003, and Bruce's Price is Right (the British version of The Price is Right ) from 1995 to 2001.
Sir Bruce Joseph Forsyth-Johnson (22 February 1928 – 18 August 2017), also known as Brucie, was a British entertainer and television personality whose career spanned over 75 years. His appeal stemmed from his showmanship, quick wit, and ability to connect with audiences, a talent honed during years on the post-war variety circuit. His legacy is marked by a transition from traditional music hall performance to the evolving world of television.
Forsyth started his live public performances aged 14, and hosted the variety show Sunday Night at the London Palladium for three years. From the 1970s to the 1990s, Forsyth became famous for presenting several successful British game shows. He is particularly remembered for his work on the BBC series The Generation Game, which he hosted from 1971 to 1977 and again from 1990 to 1994. Moving to ITV, he hosted other successful game shows, including Play Your Cards Right (the British version of Card Sharks) from 1980 to 1987, 1994 to 1999 and from 2002 to 2003, and Bruce's Price is Right (the British version of The Price is Right) from 1995 to 2001.
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