Details of Chuck Woolery’s personal life: marriages, children, family, death

Chuck Woolery was one of the most popular faces in the world of game shows. After becoming the first host of «Wheel of Fortune», - he continued to host several programs, including «Love Connection», - «Scrabble», - the revival of «The Dating Game», - and much more. Eventually, he left television and focused on podcasts to share his conservative beliefs with his audience. According to the Associated Press and The New York Times, Chuck is survived by his wife and children. According to TMZ, Chuck was with his wife at the time of his death in November 2024 at their home in Texas. She noticed he wasn’t feeling well. After Chuck «lay down to rest», - his wife checked on him later and saw that he was having trouble breathing. Chuck passed away shortly after.

Learn about Chuck’s previous marriages and his family below.

Chuck and Kim Barnes were married in 2006.

Chuck married his third wife, Teri Nelson, in 1985. The former spouses — who divorced in 2004 — raised their sons, Michael and Sean, together.

Teri is the adopted daughter of actor David Nelson.

Chuck and Jo Ann Pflug were married from 1972 to 1980. The former spouses raised their daughter, Melissa, together.

Jo Ann is a retired actress, known for her roles in «M*A*S*H», - «Knots Landing», - «The Fall Guy», - and many others.

Margaret Hayes was Chuck’s first wife. They were married from 1961 to 1971, and raised their children, Catherine and Chad, together. Chad passed away in 1986 as a result of a motorcycle accident