Peter Marshall was the iconic host of Hollywood Squares
He had a successful career on Broadway, starring in musicals
Marshall’s career spanned over five decades in showbiz
Peter Marshall was born in 1926 in Huntington, West Virginia
He hosted Hollywood Squares from 1966 to 1981, defining the show
Marshall earned several Daytime Emmy Awards for his hosting
He started his entertainment career on radio as a young man
Marshall made cameo appearances in various films throughout his career
Marshall was married twice and had four children
He also wrote books and released music albums in his lifetime
Marshall left a lasting impact on American television culture