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United States Richard Karn is an American actor, author, and former game show host known for his notable roles in television and film.
Richard Karn served as a brand ambassador for Choice Home Warranty. This partnership was announced by InterMedia Advertising and InterMedia Entertainment, with Karn acting as a spokesperson. He joined George Foreman as a brand ambassador for the company.
Karn partnered with DoMyOwn, a DIY lawn care company, taking on the unofficial title of chief solutions officer. DoMyOwn assists users with various outdoor projects and pest solutions.
Karn partned with Natural Light to promote their 'Tool Bar,' a dual-purpose workbench. This collaboration involved him sharing memories from his time on Home Improvement as part of the promotion.
PPMA teamed up with Richard Karn to educate homeowners on pest-proofing tips. This initiative utilized his public recognition to raise awareness about pest control.
In the 1990s, Karn appeared in commercials for Orchard Supply Hardware, a retail chain specializing in home improvement and garden products.
Richard Karn Wilson was born on February 17, 1956, in Seattle, Washington. He showed an early interest in acting, performing in the fifth grade and remaining active in drama throughout high school. He pursued formal training at the University of Washington, graduating in 1979 with a degree in drama. During his time there, he was a member of Beta Theta Pi and also gained experience internationally, participating in the Edinburgh Festival in Scotland. After completing his studies, Karn moved to New York City. Within a week of arriving, he secured a commercial for Michelob beer that aired during Super Bowl XIV. Upon joining the Screen Actors Guild, he adopted “Richard Karn” as his professional name to avoid confusion with another registered actor.
In 1989, Karn relocated to Los Angeles at the suggestion of his wife, Tudi. Initially, he managed an apartment complex and catered events to support himself. A pivotal moment in his career occurred when a chance encounter at a traffic school led him to an audition for a new television series. This resulted in him being cast as Al Borland in the ABC sitcom *Home Improvement*. Although the role was initially cast to another actor, a schedule conflict created an opening for Karn, who appeared as a guest star in the pilot before becoming a regular cast member. He played Al Borland for eight years, from 1991 to 1999, which established his presence in American television.
Following his success on *Home Improvement*, Karn expanded his career into game show hosting. In 2002, he took over from Louie Anderson as the fourth host of *Family Feud*, a role he held until 2006. He also hosted *Bingo America* for the Game Show Network from 2008 to 2009. Beyond hosting, Karn continued acting, appearing in various films and television series, including a recurring role as Fred Peters in the Hulu series *Pen15* (2019–2021). Other notable projects include *Shifting Gears* (2025), *More Power* (2022), and *Assembly Required* (2021), where he served as both host and executive producer.
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