Was Regis Philbin Your Idol?
Regis Philbin has been in the limelight since the 1960's as an actor, game show host, an author, a singer and a TV personality. He had the gift of always leaving his audience yearning for more. Did he leave you wanting more? Do you really know him? Let's find out!
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When was Regis Philbin born?
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August 25, 1930
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September 25, 1931
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August 25, 1931
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September 25 1930
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C. August 25, 1931Explanation
Regis Philbin was born on August 25, 1931.Rate this question:
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Which of the following game shows did Philbin host?
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Are you smarter than a 5th grader?
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Who wants to be a millionaire?
- C.
Beat the clock
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Blockbusters
Correct Answer
B. Who wants to be a millionaire?Explanation
Philbin hosted the game show "Who wants to be a millionaire?" This show became popular due to its unique format where contestants had to answer a series of multiple-choice questions in order to win a large cash prize. Philbin's charismatic hosting style and rapport with the contestants made the show a success.Rate this question:
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Philbin hosted the million dollar password gameshow that ran for a year. In which year was the gameshow released?
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2005
- B.
2006
- C.
2007
- D.
2008
Correct Answer
D. 2008Explanation
Philbin hosted the million dollar password gameshow for a year, indicating that the show was released in the year he hosted it. Since the question does not provide any other information or context, we can infer that the gameshow was released in 2008, as this is the only year listed as an option.Rate this question:
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Regis Philbin was the host of the first season of which show?
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America's got talent
- B.
Saturday night live
- C.
American Idol
- D.
30 Seconds to fame
Correct Answer
A. America's got talentExplanation
Regis Philbin was the host of the first season of "America's Got Talent." This talent competition show features a variety of acts, including singers, dancers, magicians, and comedians, competing for a chance to win a cash prize and a chance to perform in Las Vegas. Regis Philbin's hosting role in the first season helped establish the show's format and set the stage for its continued success.Rate this question:
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In 1968, Philbin appeared in various TV series. Which series wasn't one of his appearance in 1968?
- A.
Cowboy in Africa
- B.
Get smart
- C.
The silent force
- D.
The big valley
Correct Answer
C. The silent forceExplanation
The silent force was not one of the TV series that Philbin appeared in 1968.Rate this question:
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Who did Regis play in the movie 'Shrek forever after' (2010)?
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Gepetto
- B.
Big Bad Wolf
- C.
Dragon
- D.
Mabel
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D. MabelExplanation
Regis played the character Mabel in the movie 'Shrek forever after' (2010).Rate this question:
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In the TV show 'The Emperor's New Clothes'(1991), who did Philbin play the voice of?
- A.
Treasurer
- B.
The Emperor
- C.
Scribe
- D.
Minister #2
Correct Answer
B. The EmperorExplanation
In the TV show 'The Emperor's New Clothes' (1991), Philbin played the voice of the Emperor.Rate this question:
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Philbin was one of the cast of the movie 'The breakup artist'. In which year was this movie released?
- A.
2002
- B.
2003
- C.
2004
- D.
2005
Correct Answer
C. 2004Explanation
Philbin was part of the cast of the movie 'The breakup artist', indicating that the movie has already been released. Among the given options, the only year mentioned is 2004. Therefore, it can be inferred that the movie 'The breakup artist' was released in 2004.Rate this question:
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Regis Philbin has his own TV programme namely 'The Regis Philbin Show'. In which year did it debut?
- A.
1981
- B.
1982
- C.
1983
- D.
1984
Correct Answer
A. 1981Explanation
The correct answer is 1981. This is because Regis Philbin debuted his own TV program, "The Regis Philbin Show," in 1981.Rate this question:
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In which year the Philbin host the gameshow 'Who wants to be a super millionaire'?
- A.
2002
- B.
2003
- C.
2004
- D.
2005
Correct Answer
C. 2004Explanation
Regis Philbin hosted the gameshow "Who Wants to Be a Super Millionaire" in the year 2004.Rate this question:
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