Andrew Wood, who created the iconic game show Bullseye, has died at the age of 91, his daughter has confirmed
Bullseye was one of the most popular shows on television in 1980s.(Image: ITV)
Andrew Wood, the creator of Bullseye, has passed away at the age of 91. Andrew, along with Norman Vaughan, conceived the format of the iconic game show in 1980, which ran for a solid 15 years during its first stint, becoming a beloved television staple.
The show was originally hosted by Jim Bowen and was recently brought back to life with Freddie Flintoff taking the reins for ITV. However, over the weekend, Andrew’s daughter Laura announced her father’s passing.
She shared on LinkedIn: “On Sunday morning, my Mum and I said a goodbye that we always knew was coming, but so desperately never wanted to.
“Most people will know him as the man (the legend! ) who created Bullseye. I simply know him as Dad.
“I’m struggling to find the words to fully describe this immense loss, but I was so incredibly proud to be his daughter. A pride that now sits alongside grief,” reports the Mirror.
“Dad led a life that quite frankly many can only dream of, from working with Don Arden, the Godfather of Rock, to cutting F1 drivers’ hair, owning the first record shop in Kingston-upon-Thames, to creating Bullseye, and so much more in between.
“The man I knew, although a little calmer in lifestyle, was never anything but driven, passionate and relentless in his vision. He knew with Bullseye that he had a hit on his hands, and my goodness, he was right.
“I’m struggling to find the words to fully describe this immense loss, but I was so incredibly proud to be his daughter. A pride that now sits alongside grief.
“Dad led a life that quite frankly many can only dream of, from working with Don Arden, the Godfather of Rock, to cutting F1 drivers’ hair, owning the first record shop in Kingston-upon-Thames, to creating Bullseye, and so much more in between.
“The man I knew, although a little calmer in lifestyle, was never anything but driven, passionate and relentless in his vision. He knew with Bullseye that he had a hit on his hands, and my goodness, he was right.
“He taught me that you have to believe in yourself, your goals and your dreams, because if you don’t, no one else will.
“He leaves behind the most wonderful legacy with Bullseye, and I can only hope I can continue to make him proud by carrying his creation forward.”
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