Bob Barker, the beloved game show host who entertained audiences for over 50 years, has died at the age of 99.

Barker was born in Darrington, Washington in 1923. He began his career in radio in the 1940s, and hosted the popular game show Truth or Consequences from 1956 to 1975. In 1972, he began hosting The Price Is Right, which he continued to do until his retirement in 2007.

Barker was known for his quick wit, his warm personality, and his commitment to animal rights. He was a vocal advocate for spaying and neutering pets, and he donated millions of dollars to animal welfare organizations.

Barker was a true icon of American television, and his death is a major loss for the entertainment industry. He will be remembered for his many years of bringing joy to audiences around the world.

Here are some additional details about Barker’s life and career:

• He was married to Dorothy Jo Barker from 1945 until her death in 1981. They had two children together.
• He was inducted into the Television Hall of Fame in 1999.
• He was awarded the Daytime Emmy Lifetime Achievement Award in 1999.
• He was the Guinness World Record holder for “Most Durable Performer” and “Most Generous Host in Television History.”
• He was a vocal advocate for animal rights and donated millions of dollars to animal welfare organizations.
• He was a member of the Osage Nation.

Barker will be remembered as a beloved game show host, a warm personality, and a committed animal rights advocate. He will be missed by his fans around the world.