Brett Somers

Brett's rise to fame began in 1973 when he joined the esteemed panel of television personalities on the revamped version of "The Match Game". The iconic game show, which initially aired on NBC's daytime schedule from 1962 to 1969, underwent a significant transformation before its return to the airwaves in 1973 on CBS, also in daytime. This revamped iteration of "The Match Game" proved to be a resounding success, boasting an expanded panel of witty contestants, increased cash prizes, and a renewed emphasis on humor and subtle innuendo. Notably, Brett took his place alongside the charismatic Charles Nelson Reilly on the top tier, and their banter often left audiences in stitches. The show's popularity endured from 1973 to 1979, and its reruns continue to delight modern audiences on the Game Show Network.