On This Day October 27, 1980 – Gambit Premiered On NBC

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Pete

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Pete has published a news story:

On This Day October 27, 1980 – Gambit Premiered On NBC.

On this day October 27, 1980, the game show Gambit premiered on NBC, marking the return of the popular quiz and card game hybrid that first found success in the 1970s. Hosted by Wink Martindale, the series combined trivia questions with a blackjack inspired format, where contestants answered correctly to earn cards and aimed to build a winning hand closest to 21 without going over.

This updated version, often referred to as Las Vegas Gambit, added a flashier setting and bigger prizes...
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