Celebrity Bowling

Celebrity Bowling (1971-1973)

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Celebrity Bowling is an American syndicated sports series hosted by Jed Allan that ran from January 16, 1971, to September 1978. The series was produced in Los Angeles at Metromedia Square, the studios of KTTV. Each week, the show featured four celebrities, on a pair of AMF or Brunswick lanes installed inside KTTV's studios, pitted against each other in teams of two. Victorious teams won prizes for studio audience members based upon the level of winning scores. The weekly series was a by-product of The Celebrity Bowling Classic, a 90-minute TV special produced in 1969 for the Metromedia-owned stations, benefiting the Joseph P. Kennedy, Jr. Foundation. The series debuted at the same time the Prime Time Access Rule took effect, during which time a number of syndicated weekly programs went into production; its end came as weekly programs such as Celebrity Bowling were increasingly bei…

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Scheduleevery Saturday (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
1973-12-22Christopher Knight & Barry Williams vs. Eve Plumb & Maureen McCormickDez. 22, 1973
1973-09-08Eric Scott & Mike Lookinland vs. Mary McDonough & Susan OlsenSept. 8, 1973
1972-03-11Lucie Arnaz & Arte Johnson vs. Peter Marshall & Phil VandervortMärz 11, 1972
1972-03-04Mimi Hines & Phil Ford vs. Lucie Arnaz & Phil VandervortMärz 4, 1972
1972-02-19David H. Canary & Sue Ann Langdon vs. Gloria Loring & Max BaerFeb. 19, 1972
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'Celebrity Bowling' premiere?

The TV show 'Celebrity Bowling' premiered on January 16, 1971.

Who were the hosts of 'Celebrity Bowling'?

The hosts of 'Celebrity Bowling' were Jed Allan and Dick Martin.

Which celebrities participated in the first episode of 'Celebrity Bowling'?

The first episode of 'Celebrity Bowling' featured celebrities like Dick Martin, Charles Nelson Reilly, and Shelley Berman.

How many episodes were there in the first season of 'Celebrity Bowling'?

The first season of 'Celebrity Bowling' consisted of 13 episodes.

Did 'Celebrity Bowling' have a live audience?

Yes, 'Celebrity Bowling' had a live audience.

Which bowling alley was featured in 'Celebrity Bowling'?

'Celebrity Bowling' was filmed at the Hollywood Star Lanes bowling alley.

Were the celebrities actually bowling in 'Celebrity Bowling'?

Yes, the celebrities in 'Celebrity Bowling' actually bowled.

Were there any celebrity team rivalries in 'Celebrity Bowling'?

Yes, there were celebrity team rivalries in 'Celebrity Bowling', adding to the competitive atmosphere.

Did 'Celebrity Bowling' have any special tournaments or events?

Yes, 'Celebrity Bowling' had special tournaments and events, including a Battle of the Network Stars edition.

Were there any professional bowlers featured on 'Celebrity Bowling'?

Yes, 'Celebrity Bowling' often featured professional bowlers who competed against the celebrity teams.

Did 'Celebrity Bowling' have any celebrity guest stars?

Yes, 'Celebrity Bowling' had celebrity guest stars who joined the regular cast for special episodes.

How long were the episodes of 'Celebrity Bowling'?

The episodes of 'Celebrity Bowling' were approximately 30 minutes long.

Did 'Celebrity Bowling' have any spin-off shows?

No, 'Celebrity Bowling' did not have any spin-off shows.

Were there any memorable moments or highlights from 'Celebrity Bowling'?

Yes, 'Celebrity Bowling' had many memorable moments, including high-scoring games and funny interactions between the celebrities.

Did 'Celebrity Bowling' receive any awards or nominations?

There is no information available about 'Celebrity Bowling' receiving any awards or nominations.

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