Obituary of Allen Ludden
Allen Ludden
Allen Ludden (born October 5th, 1917 in Mineral Point, Wisconsin) was a TV Personality and game show host who was best known for hosting the American TV game show "Password" between 1961 and 1980. Allen died quietly on June 9, 1981 in Los Angeles, after a year long battle with stomach cancer. He was only 63 when he passed.
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- Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
- Full Name: Ludden, Allen
- Common Name: Allen Ludden
- Gender: Male
- Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
- Birthplace: Mineral Point, Wisconsin, United States
- Birth Date: October 05, 1917
- Age: 63 (at death)
- Also Known As: Al
- Occupation: TV Personality
- Nationality: American
- Favorite Food: Ritz crackers
- Favorite Color: Red
- Favorite Scent: English Laundry Oxford Bleu
- Favorite Actor: Michelle Rodriguez
- Birth Name:
Allen Packard Ellsworth - Father: Elmer Ellsworth
- Mother: Leila M. Allen
- Spouse/Partner:
- Margaret McGloin (married 1943-1961, her death)
- Betty White (married 14 June 1963-1981, his death)
- Son(s):
- David Ludden (with McGloin)
- Daughter(s):
- Martha Ludden (with McGloin)
- Sarah Ludden (with McGloin)
- Date: June 09 1981 at age 63
- Place: Los Angeles, California, United States
- Cause of Death: Stomach cancer
- Interment: Buried in Graceland Cemetery in Mineral Point, Wisconsin
- Host of the game show
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TV PersonalityAmerican Born on October 5th Born in 1917 Born in Wisconsin Died in 1981 Died at age 63 Died from Stomach cancer
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"Oh, Jerry, don't let's ask for the moon. We have the stars."
"Is the word of the day loopy?"
"Allen Ludden's remarkable life brought joy and laughter to countless fans, and his legacy continues to inspire future generations. (V)"
"Allen Ludden was a highly respected television host known for his charm and wit, but his death was a tragic loss to the entertainment industry. (V)"
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