Roddy was grateful for his success in the role because it came after a period of hardship that included alcoholism and bankruptcy The former radio host would face difficult times once again after ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The Price Is Right Rod Roddy - ©CBS/courtesy Everett Collection During a February appearance on Nostalgia Tonight With Joe Sibilia ...

Rod Roddy’s catchphrase “Come on down!” took on a whole different meaning before he became the announcer of The Price Is Right. In the 1970s, he hosted Rod Roddy’s Hotline, a popular Dallas radio show ...

There was a lot going on behind the scenes of The Price Is Right. When Rod Roddy came into the game show family in 1986, he had big shoes to fill. The show's original announcer, Johnny Olson, had died ...