Regis why is he leaving

Find NJ. Note to readers: if you purchase something through one of our affiliate links we may earn a commission. All rights reserved About Us. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. Of course, Regis is also super well known for being the original host for the uber game show, 'Who Wants to be a Millionaire' -- which he hosted from through He hosted other game shows as well throughout the s, not to mention the first season of "America's Got Talent.

Regis is survived by his wife, Joy , his three children as well as his grandchildren. His son, Danny , died in Got a tip? TMZ Live. TMZ Sports. App Store. Google Play. Stars Dripping In Red Gallery Launch Gallery. Waiting for your permission to load the Instagram Media. Civil Rights Icon Rep. Before leaving Live in November , Philbin broke the Guinness world record for most hours on television two months earlier, logging more than 17, hours. He would later make more TV appearances, including reuniting with Kathie Lee Gifford on Today as a special contributor in Although age may have been a factor, a contract dispute with ABC might have played a role as well.

There was also possible tension between Philbin and Kelly Ripa. They were co-hosts for 10 years but reportedly did not stay in touch after the show. Fresh celeb news daily. By: Alex Osmichenko. About OK! Newsletter Subscribe to OK! YouTube Subscribe to OK! Flipboard Subscribe to OK!

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