MERV GRIFFIN IN THE SIXTIES

Oznell · ‎11-08-2014

Merv and his then-wife, adorable comedienne Julann Wright Griffin. She was the genesis for the phenomenally popular quiz show, "Jeopardy".

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I love show biz publicity photos from the Sixties. "Merv" and his acerbic British sidekick Arthur Treacher were a funny combo in their seemingly relaxed, silly, entertaining talk show.

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Everyone, but EVERYONE, came through that show, and often they were less guarded than in other, more buttoned-up venues. Apart from the frivolity, sometimes Merv had an almost mystical, mind-meld rapport with especially compelling guests. He was at his most Irish, then.

When the talk show was in New York, Merv and family had a farm in rural Califon, New Jersey:

Julann and Merv with the son they doted on, Tony--

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The seeming spontaneity ( it was all scrupulously planned and choreographed, of course) make it seem all fun and games. That's what I prefer with occasional celeb sightings--- not interested in the "back story", the hidden stuff, the possibly shaded reality...

The sunlit farm in New Jersey, stilled in a forever moment-- that's the ticket!

Toots711 · ‎01-05-2020

Loved the MG Show! Thank you for posting @Oznell!

Travone · ‎10-14-2016

That was a great show. Used to watch it with my mom.

goldensrbest · ‎03-10-2010

I so loved that show ,so many stars came on there,and merv was great,a since of humor ,still remember his laugh.

When you lose some one you L~O~V~E, that Memory of them, becomes a TREASURE.

Terrywu · ‎05-09-2010

Thank you for a trip down memory lane. Was Merv Griffin ever a singer. For some reason I remember him singing....I think.

twinsister · ‎03-12-2010

@Oznell - this bring back memories. My family loved MG and we watched his show every night. Always had interesting guests and he and Arthur Treacher were a good match.

Does anyone remember Mrs. Miller? She was an elderly woman who was in the audience very often. Merv would call her out and speak to her for a few minutes.