Why is The Price is Right moving to a new studio?
For OVER 50 seasons, The Price is Right was filmed in Television City.
As the long-running game show enters its 52nd season, Drew Carey is expected to host the series elsewhere.
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Why is The Price is Right moving to a new studio?
On March 8, 2023, it was announced that The Price is Right was moving its production from Bob Barker Studio 33 in Television City to Haven Studios in Glendale.
The change in filming locations for the Emmy-winning show is being attributed to the multi-billion dollar renovations at Television City.
The renovations to the Hollywood landmark will expand capacity from eight production studios to 15 studios.
Television City is also home to Dancing With the Stars, The Young and The Restless and American Idol.
On June 26, 2023, The Price is Right filmed its final episode at Studio 33.
“Today we say goodbye to the legendary Bob Barker Studio,” the game show told its fans via Instagram.
“Thank you for all the memories. See you all in Glendale next season!”
In another Instagram post, Drew Carey also shared, “We’ve been in this historic phase for 51 years.”
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“I’ve always told people that the forest is magical here because of all the good vibes that exist in this studio.
“You know, all the laughs and all the fun that was going on here.
“Now we have to open a new place and bring our own good vibes to this new place.”
He added, “I’m blessed to be able to step onto the same stage that the likes of Bob Barker (and) Carol Burnett used to walk on.”
“Honestly, it’s been a real blessing in my life. I am always thankful and thankful to have the opportunity to have a job like this.”
Recording at Haven Studios is scheduled to begin on July 28, 2023.
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How can I watch The Price is Right?
Every Monday through Friday, “The Price is Right” airs at 11 a.m. EST on CBS.
Sometime in September 2023, season 52 is expected to begin airing at the timeslot mentioned above.
On October 15, 2007, Drew Carey replaced Bob Barker after the latter announced his plans to retire.
For 35 years and over 6,500 episodes, Barker hosted the popular game show.
The series is often considered one of the longest-running programs in television history; The first episode premiered on September 4, 1972.
“People need a break from everyday life and they need something familiar,” said Carey.
“So that’s our service to everyone by giving them a fun hour to watch with their whole family.”
“It’s a responsibility, but I consider it a blessing more than anything and it’s just the best feeling in the world.”