Bert Convy

Bert Convy was an American actor, game show host, and singer, best known for hosting Tattletales, Super Password, and 3rd Degree!. Born in St. Louis, Missouri, Convy began his career in the entertainment industry, performing in various Broadway productions, including Fiddler on the Roof and The Apple Cart. He was also a frequent guest on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson and The Mike Douglas Show. Convy's charismatic personality and quick wit made him a popular figure in the entertainment industry, with appearances on The Ed Sullivan Show and What's My Line?.

● Early Life

Bert Convy was born on July 23, 1933, in St. Louis, Missouri, to a family of Jewish descent. He grew up in a musical family and was encouraged to pursue his passion for singing and acting from a young age. Convy attended Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois, where he studied journalism and was a member of the Sigma Alpha Mu fraternity. After college, he moved to New York City to pursue a career in the entertainment industry, performing in various Off-Broadway productions, including The Fantasticks and Bye Bye Birdie.

● Career

Convy's career in the entertainment industry spanned over three decades, with appearances on The Carol Burnett Show, The Mary Tyler Moore Show, and The Love Boat. He was also a frequent guest on Hollywood Squares and Match Game, where he appeared alongside other celebrities, including Paul Lynde, Charles Nelson Reilly, and Joan Rivers. Convy's experience in game shows and television led to his hosting roles on Tattletales and Super Password, which he hosted from 1974 to 1976 and 1984 to 1989, respectively. He also appeared on The $10,000 Pyramid and To Tell the Truth, hosted by Alex Trebek and Garry Moore.

● Game Show Hosting

As a game show host, Convy was known for his charismatic personality and ability to think on his feet. He hosted several game shows, including Tattletales, Super Password, and 3rd Degree!, which aired on CBS and NBC. Convy's experience in game shows led to his involvement in the Game Show Network, where he appeared alongside other game show hosts, including Bob Barker and Richard Dawson. He also made appearances on The Price is Right and Family Feud, hosted by Drew Carey and Steve Harvey.

● Acting Career

In addition to his work in game shows, Convy had a successful acting career, with appearances on The Partridge Family, The Brady Bunch, and Happy Days. He also appeared in several films, including Semi-Tough and The Cannonball Run, alongside Burt Reynolds and Farrah Fawcett. Convy's experience in acting led to his involvement in the Screen Actors Guild, where he worked alongside other actors, including Ronald Reagan and Charlton Heston. He also appeared on The Golden Girls and Murder, She Wrote, starring Angela Lansbury and Betty White.

● Personal Life

Convy was married to Anne Anderson from 1959 until his death in 1991. The couple had three children together, including Jennifer Convy and Joshua Convy. Convy was a close friend of several celebrities, including Don Knotts and Tim Conway, and appeared on The Don Knotts Show and The Tim Conway Show. He was also a frequent guest on The Merv Griffin Show and The Dinah Shore Show, where he performed alongside other celebrities, including Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin.

● Death and Legacy

Bert Convy died on July 15, 1991, at the age of 57, due to complications from brain cancer. He was survived by his wife and three children. Convy's legacy in the entertainment industry continues to be celebrated, with appearances on TV Land and Nick at Nite. He was also posthumously inducted into the Game Show Hall of Fame, alongside other game show hosts, including Bob Barker and Alex Trebek. Convy's contributions to the entertainment industry have been recognized by the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences and the Producers Guild of America. Category:American game show hosts