On this day June 16, 1989, the final episode of the classic game show Hollywood Squares aired. After more than two decades of laughs, celebrity appearances and tic tac toe trivia, the show wrapped up its original run.
Hollywood Squares first premiered in 1966 and became one of television’s most iconic and enduring game shows. Its unique format placed celebrities in a giant grid as contestants tried to guess whether their answers were correct or just jokes. The blend of comedy and competition made it a daytime favorite throughout the 70s and 80s.
Though this version ended in 1989, Hollywood Squares returned in 1998 with new hosts and a fresh generation of stars, proving the format still had lasting appeal.
80s insight: For millions of viewers, Hollywood Squares was a comforting part of weekday television. Its final episode marked the end of an era in lighthearted celebrity driven game shows.
Hollywood Squares first premiered in 1966 and became one of television’s most iconic and enduring game shows. Its unique format placed celebrities in a giant grid as contestants tried to guess whether their answers were correct or just jokes. The blend of comedy and competition made it a daytime favorite throughout the 70s and 80s.
Though this version ended in 1989, Hollywood Squares returned in 1998 with new hosts and a fresh generation of stars, proving the format still had lasting appeal.
80s insight: For millions of viewers, Hollywood Squares was a comforting part of weekday television. Its final episode marked the end of an era in lighthearted celebrity driven game shows.
