Regis Francis Xavier Philbin is an American media personality, actor and singer, known for hosting talk and game shows since the 1960s. Philbin is often called "the hardest working man in show business" and holds the Guinness World Record for the most time spent in front of a television camera. His trademarks include his excited manner, his New York Bronx accent, his wit, and irreverent ad-libs. He is most widely known for Live with Regis and Kelly , Who Wants to Be a Millionaire, Million Dollar Password, and for hosting the first season of America's Got Talent. On January 18, 2011, Philbin... announced plans to leave Live with Regis and Kelly at the end of his contract. His final episode of Live aired on November 18, 2011. Philbin was born in New York City. His father, Francis "Frank" Philbin, a U.S. Marine who served in the Pacific, was of Irish heritage. His mother, Filomena "Florence" , was of Arbëreshë heritage.
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| Birthdate: | August 25, 1931 |
| Birthplace: | New York City |
| Age: | 80 |
| Height: | 5' 7" |
| Education: | University of Notre Dame, Cardinal Hayes High School |
| Religion: | Roman Catholicism, Roman Catholic Church |
| Also known as: | Philbin, Regis, Regis Francis Xavier Philbin |