Johnny Olson (
1910-
1985) is best remembered for being the announcer on the
CBS game show The Price is Right from
1972 to
1985 and for originating its famous catchphrase: "
Come on down!" He also frequently acted in skits on the show. When Olson died, he was succeeded on the show by
Rod Roddy.
He had a lengthy career as a television and radio announcer. Of his many jobs, the most notable one next to
The Price is Right was working as the announcer on
The Jackie Gleason Show from
1962 to
1970.