What was the first game show ever broadcast on television in the United States?
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The $64,000 Question
Truth or Consequences
Fact: The first game show ever broadcast on television in the United States was Truth or Consequences. It aired on July 1, 1941—the same day commercial television officially launched in the country—on New York station WNBT (now WNBC). Hosted by Ralph Edwards, the show challenged contestants to answer trivia questions correctly (“truth”) or perform a funny or embarrassing stunt if they failed (“consequences”). Originally a popular radio program, Truth or Consequences made a successful leap to television, becoming a pioneering force that helped lay the foundation for the game show genre.
Correct Answer: Truth or Consequences