This Day In TV History: July 12

Survey says! On this day in 1976, the original version of the long-running hit game show Family Feud with Richard Dawson debuted on ABC daytime.

GSN Richard Dawson Tribute Thursday

GSN has announced that a tribute will air this Thursday night, June 7th, in honor of the legendary host who passed away last Saturday. It will air from 7 PM to 11 PM eastern time and  will be as follows:

Remembering Richard Dawson

Yet another huge loss to the entertainment world over the weekend. Richard Dawson, comedian, actor, game show host -- best known for his hosting of the original version of Family Feud -- lost his battle with esophogical cancer this past Saturday night, according to his son Gary. He was 79.