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Beloved Game Show Host Wink Martindale Passes Away at 91

4/16/2025

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Wink Martindale Remembered

Wink Martindale, the cherished game show host, died on April 15, 2025, at 91, after bravely battling lymphoma in Rancho Mirage, California. Originating from Jackson, Tennessee, he enchanted viewers with over 20 shows, notably "Tic-Tac-Dough." A dear friend of Elvis Presley, Martindale's impact resonated through his generous philanthropic efforts, leaving a lasting legacy.

Summary

Wink Martindale Remembered

Wink Martindale, the cherished game show host, died on April 15, 2025, at 91, after bravely battling lymphoma in Rancho Mirage, California. Originating from Jackson, Tennessee, he enchanted viewers with over 20 shows, notably "Tic-Tac-Dough." A dear friend of Elvis Presley, Martindale's impact resonated through his generous philanthropic efforts, leaving a lasting legacy.

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Wink Martindale Remembered

Wink Martindale, the cherished game show host, died on April 15, 2025, at 91, after bravely battling lymphoma in Rancho Mirage, California. Originating from Jackson, Tennessee, he enchanted viewers with over 20 shows, notably "Tic-Tac-Dough." A dear friend of Elvis Presley, Martindale's impact resonated through his generous philanthropic efforts, leaving a lasting legacy.

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