Gene Wood

Eugene Edward Wood (October 20, 1925 – May 21, 2004) was an American television personality, known primarily for his work as an announcer on various game shows.

From the 1950s to the 1990s, he announced many game shows, primarily Mark Goodson–Bill Todman productions such as Family Feud, Classic Concentration, Card Sharks, Password, and Beat the Clock.

His early career included stand-up comedy, television commercials, and writing for Bob Keeshan of Captain Kangaroo fame.

This work included a Terrytoons-produced cartoon series, The Adventures of Lariat Sam, which aired on the Captain Kangaroo show.

In addition to his role as announcer, Wood regularly served as a warm-up act for the audiences on these shows, and often performed a series of comedy skits.

Wood announced the first few weeks of Bruce Forsyth's Hot Streak on ABC, before being replaced by Marc Summers.