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Wink Martindale Dies: Game Show Host Of ‘Tic-Tac-Dough’, ‘Gambit’ And ‘High Rollers’ Was 91


Wink Martindale, one of TV’s most beloved game show hosts whose name virtually became synonymous with the profession, died today in Rancho Mirage, California. He was 91. His death was announced by a spokesperson for Martindale’s family. Though no cause was given, the statement said the host of such classic game shows as Tic-Tac-Dough and […]

Wink Martindale hosting 'High Rollers,' left, and 'Tic Tac Dough'Everett Collection Wink Martindale, one of TV’s most beloved game show hosts whose name virtually became synonymous with the profession, died today in Rancho Mirage, California. Though no cause was given, the statement said the host of such classic game shows as Tic-Tac-Dough and Gambit was “surrounded by family and his beloved wife of 49 years, Sandra Martindale.” Comments Get our Breaking News Alerts and Keep your inbox happy.

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