Remembering Monty Hall: Legendary Game Show Host and TV Icon

“I’ve had it. I did 4,700 episodes. Isn’t that enough?”

— Monty Hall

Born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Monty Hall rose to fame as the host of Let’s Make a Deal. Over his decades-long career, he also worked as a producer, actor, singer, and sportscaster. Thanks to his success in entertainment, he built a net worth of $10 million by the time of his passing.

Early Life and Education

He earned degrees in Chemistry and Zoology from the University of Manitoba before shifting his focus to broadcasting and television—where he found his true calling.

TV Shows, Movies, and Career Highlights

Though best known for Let’s Make a Deal, Hall once joked about the show’s long run, saying, “I’ve had it. I did 4,700 episodes. Isn’t that enough?”

Hall also made guest appearances on popular shows like That ’70s Show, The Love Boat, and The Odd Couple. He even appeared as himself in movies such as Fame and The Great Buck Howard.

Family, Marriage, and Personal Life

Hall was married to Marilyn Hall, a writer and producer, for nearly 70 years until her death in 2017. They had three children, including actress Joanna Gleason, who won a Tony Award for her work on Broadway.

Cause of Death

He passed away from heart failure on September 30, 2017, at his Beverly Hills home, just weeks after turning 96. He was laid to rest on October 3 at Hillside Memorial Park Cemetery.