Todd Newton

Todd Newton, born on May 5, 1970, in St. Louis, Missouri, began his broadcasting career at the age of sixteen as a disc jockey for Kincaid Entertainment in St. Louis, initially at Hot 97 FM. Early in his career, he was also involved with the KMOV children’s television show “Gator Tales.” In 1994, while in Los Angeles, Newton signed with an agent and became a host for E! Entertainment Television in 1995. For over ten years, he covered red carpet events and interviewed Hollywood personalities. His approachable demeanor and broadcasting skills led to his recognition as ‘The Host with the Most’.

Newton’s career in game shows began in 1999, where he became known for hosting shows such as “Hollywood Showdown,” “Whammy! The All-New Press Your Luck,” “Powerball Instant Millionaire,” “Family Game Night,” and “Monopoly Millionaires’ Club.” He awarded contestants over forty million dollars in cash and prizes throughout his game show career. In 2012, he received a Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Game Show Host for his work on Hasbro Studios’ “Family Game Night” (2010–2014). He also mentored under broadcast veterans Sande Stewart and Bob Barker.

Beyond television, Newton is an accomplished author, with books including “Life in the Bonus Round: A Game Show Host’s Road to Success & Fulfillment” (2012), which won Best Autobiography at the Beverly Hills Book Awards, and “The Choice Is Yours: Six Keys to Putting Your Best Into Action” (2013). This book formed the basis for his keynote presentations delivered to corporations. His philanthropic efforts include the Newton Fund 4 Kids, established in 2014, which provides financial support for pediatric healthcare to children in need. He continues to engage audiences through his podcast “The Host with the Most” and the syndicated radio program “The Todd Newton Morning Show with Maria Todd”.