“Secrets and Betrayals: The Shocking Scandals That Changed Game Show History Forever!”
Yup, I don’t think anyone saw that kind of hate coming.
Chuck Barris Was Not Happy With The Cancelation Of The Gong Show
The amateur game show was canceled by NBC because the executives didn’t understand the humor. Chuck Barris, the shows creator, was pretty upset with the cut.
One the last episode, he showed up as a contestant instead of a host. Barris would sing “Take This Job and Shove It”.
Michael Larson Recorded Press Your Luck On His VHS Before Being A Contestant
In 1984, Larson walked away with more than $100,000. He figured out that there was a pattern on the show. He discovered a pattern to how the game board functioned.
By simply recording the show on his VCR and memorizing the patterns, he managed to beat the system and become a wealthy man.
Michael And Michele Hardin Brought A Court Case Against Deal or No Deal
In 2008, the Hardin’s took the case to the Georgia Supreme Court. They claimed that since the show violated anti-gambling laws, they should get back the money.
You could send texts to the show for a chance to win a prize too, but the thing I’ll remember the most is how Meghan Markle was actually one of the briefcase holders.
