Johnny Gilbert

John Lewis Gilbert III (born July 13, 1928) is an American show business personality who has worked mainly on television game shows. Originally a nightclub singer and entertainer, he has hosted and announced a number of game shows from various eras, dating as far back as the 1950s. He is known primarily for his work as the announcer and audience host for the syndicated version of the quiz show Jeopardy! since its revival in 1984.

Johnny Gilbert
Gilbert announcing Jeopardy! in 2019
Born
John Lewis Gilbert III

(1928-07-13) July 13, 1928
Newport News, Virginia, U.S.
OccupationGame show host/announcer
Years active1958–present
Known forAnnouncer of Jeopardy! (1984–present)
Spouse
  • Sharee Gilbert
    (m. 1984)
Military career
Allegiance United States
Service/branch United States Army
Unit Seventh Army Special Services
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