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Johnny Gilbert

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The Resume

    (July 13, 1924- )
    Born in Newport News, Virginia
    Announcer for game shows such as 'The Price is Right (September 9, 1963-September 3, 1965),' 'Love Connection (1988-1989)' 'Supermarket Sweep (1990-1995, 2000) and 'Jeopardy! (1984- )'
    Known for his introduction opening phrase, 'This is Jeopardy!'

Why he might be annoying:

    He hosted his own talk/variety show in Dayton, Ohio that lasted for 3 seasons in the 1960s and it was replaced by a show hosted by Phil Donahue.
    He announced for many short-lived game shows.
    He appeared on an episode of 'Beverly Hills 90210.'
    He hosted a few game shows in the 1950s and the 1960s that didn't last more than 2 seasons.
    He was a nightclub singer.
    He enjoys playing golf in his spare time.

Why he might not be annoying:

    He made two music albums in his early entertainment career.
    He was the last announcer of the 1950s/1960s version of 'The Price is Right' (the show was hosted by Bill Cullen at the time).
    He has a magnificent voice.
    He did a tour with the Army.
    He was a substitute announcer for Gene Wood on 'Family Feud' and 'Card Sharks.'
    'Saturday Night Live' and comedians spoofed his 'Jeopardy!' introduction phrase often.
    His 'Jeopardy!' opening is one of the most recognizable game show openings in TV history.

Credit: Neo NX2004


Featured in the following Annoying Collections:

Year In Review:

    For 2024, as of last weekly ranking, Out of 1 Votes: 0% Annoying
    In 2023, Out of 6 Votes: 50.0% Annoying
    In 2022, Out of 4 Votes: 25.00% Annoying
    In 2021, Out of 11 Votes: 72.73% Annoying
    In 2020, Out of 86 Votes: 44.19% Annoying
    In 2019, Out of 3 Votes: 33.33% Annoying
    In 2018, Out of 5 Votes: 0% Annoying
    In 2017, Out of 2 Votes: 50.0% Annoying
    In 2016, Out of 149 Votes: 59.06% Annoying
    In 2015, Out of 167 Votes: 63.47% Annoying
    In 2014, Out of 13 Votes: 61.54% Annoying
    In 2013, Out of 107 Votes: 54.21% Annoying
    In 2012, Out of 16 Votes: 43.75% Annoying
    In 2011, Out of 124 Votes: 46.77% Annoying
    In 2010, Out of 24 Votes: 50.0% Annoying