Chris Tarrant

Personality • Comedian • Game Show Host
Birth Date: October 10, 1946
Age: 78 years old
Birth Place: Reading, Berkshire, England, UK
Chris Tarrant is a British television and radio broadcaster, best known for hosting the UK version of "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?" from 1998 to 2014. His charismatic and sometimes dramatic presenting style became iconic, particularly his catchphrases like "Is that your final answer?" and his skillful use of suspense.
Before "Millionaire," Tarrant was a popular radio DJ and TV presenter, hosting shows such as Tiswas, a chaotic children's Saturday morning program in the 1970s and early 1980s. He later became a well-known radio host on Capital Radio, where he had a long-running breakfast show.
Beyond his game show fame, Tarrant has worked on various travel and documentary programs, including "Chris Tarrant: Extreme Railways," where he explores some of the world's most challenging train journeys.
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When Classic Tv Goes Horribly Wrong

Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? Celebrity Specials

George Michael: Last Christmas

When Classic Comedy Goes Horribly Wrong

Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?: The Million Pound Question

Love Your Weekend with Alan Titchmarsh

Railways of the Western Front

Railways of the Holocaust

The Railways That Built Britain with Chris Tarrant

A Life on Screen

Good Morning Britain

James Martin: Home Comforts

Chris Tarrant Goes Fishing

Chris Tarrant Goes Fishing

Chris Tarrant: Extreme Railways

Celebrity Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?

It's Not What You Know

The One Show

Shooting Stars

Banzai

Lifeline

Classic Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?

Holby City

Who Wants to Be a Millionaire

Room 101

This Morning

Through the Keyhole

Beadle's About

Blankety Blank
