Nate Burleson, a former NFL wide receiver, now takes on a new challenge by becoming host of the rebooted classic game show " Hollywood Squares ". He has demonstrated an important quality of balance as he juggles the many roles of football, morning shows and now an evening game show.
Nate Burleson: From NFL to TV Host
Burleson's journey went from the football field into the TV studio where he has created success through his many different roles. After playing for the Detroit Lions and many other teams, he transitioned his athletic abilities into a broadcasting platform.
Multiple Broadcasting Roles
He is a co-host of "CBS Mornings" and is an Emmy-winning studio analyst on “The NFL Today.” Adding his most recent job as the new face of “Hollywood Squares” on CBS, Burleson's career continues to grow across multiple television genres. He has shown that he can handle an array of unique aspects that have a positive impact in modern media.
"Hollywood Squares" Reboot Details
The new "Hollywood Squares" keeps the format of a tic-tac-toe board that has a panel of celebrities who answer questions by the host for a contestant to determine if the answers are true. A mix of game show and comedic elements make it a challenge for all parties to participate in and watch from their homes.
Guest Stars and Center Square
Notable figures such as Tyra Banks Tiffany Haddish and RuPaul along with the very famous comedian Drew Barrymore will all participate. Barrymore takes the central spot on the board and appears in every show as the center square.
Delayed Premiere
The original premier on Jan 9 was moved to Jan 16 due to the wildfires that occurred in California showing a need for the network to focus on other matters at that time. However the show did premiere as planned on the 16th for it’s time slot.
Network Adaptations
CBS made an alternative choice by filling that time slot with repeat airings which also shows the flexibility they had during a time when they were also focusing on public awareness about ongoing events that could impact those around them. They had a double episode premier on the 16th of Jan and later went into it’s time slot the following week on Wednesdays.
The Format of the Game
"Hollywood Squares" has always maintained it’s original elements. Two contestants have to find their way through the board that requires celebrities who give an answer to a question, from that answer the contestant makes their choice of win by picking which celebrity square will lead them toward victory. A format of comedy along with game show make for all viewers to enjoy.
Celebrities and “Zingers”
The famous celebrities who act as the main “squares” use jokes to create an entertaining atmosphere and often ad-lib answers that create very memorable moments. This aspect makes the game enjoyable and gives the viewers insight into their personal style.
History of “Hollywood Squares”
"Hollywood Squares” first premiered in 1966 running until 1981 and since then has been brought back numerous times in many forms. The original game was hosted by Peter Marshall and gave us stars such as Paul Lynde as a reoccurring "center square."
Reoccurring Characters
The original series gained fame from many other celebrities as well. Cliff Arquette (often in character as Charley Weaver), Wally Cox, Roddy McDowall, Rose Marie, Demond Wilson and Morey Amsterdam were all recognizable faces from the show. All the characters over time added a unique sense of entertainment.
Where to watch
“Hollywood Squares” premiered on Thursday, Jan 16th. The show airs Wednesday nights at 10 pm et. The episodes can be streamed on Paramount+ the following day. All details provide the many viewing options for those that wish to catch a new show.
Key Takeaways
- Nate Burleson hosts the new “Hollywood Squares” reboot.
- The show retained many familiar aspects like it's tic-tac-toe styled board of celebrities.
- The reboot of “Hollywood Squares” added familiar faces that provide jokes and laughs while also focusing on the goal of the game itself.
- Burleson has become more known for expanding from athletics into the entertainment field where his career now combines both news reporting and live events.
- The new season gives an innovative blend of a vintage tv experience mixed with contemporary style all delivered in modern tv and streaming.