Art Linkletter: Host of House Party and Kids Say the Darndest Things Die

Art Linkletter was a Canadian-born American television and radio host. Born on July 17, 1912, in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, he was raised by adoptive parents in San Diego.

He hosted the radio and TV show House Party from 1945 to 1969 and the quiz show People Are Funny. His segment "Kids Say the Darndest Things" became a hit and a book series. He also helped Walt Disney with the opening of Disneyland.

After the death of his daughter Diane in 1969, he became a leading anti-drug campaigner. Linkletter died at his home in Los Angeles on May 26, 2010, at age 97.

Achievements: Host of House Party (1945-1969), Kids Say the Darndest Things.

Birth: July 17, 1912 - Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, Canada.

Profession: Television host.

Interesting Facts: He hosted the live telecast of Disneyland's 1955 opening.