When Did Johnny Olson Die?

John Leonard Olson was an American radio personality and television announcer. Olson is perhaps best known for his work as an announcer for game shows, particularly the work he did for Mark Goodson-Bill Todman Productions.

What happened to John on The Price Is Right?

Death. Olson died on October 12, 1985, in Santa Monica, California, at the age of 75, just six days after he had suffered a cerebral hemorrhage. The production crew of The Price is Right learned of his condition as Studio 33 was being prepared for another day of taping.

Who took over for Johnny Olson?

Roddy succeeded original announcer Olson on The Price Is Right and held the role from 1986 until his death in 2003, and as of 2020, is the longest-serving announcer on the current incarnation of the show. On many episodes of Press Your Luck and The Price Is Right, Roddy appeared on camera.