Just a few musical notes can help explain the very career of Merv Griffin. (Soundbite of "Jeopardy" theme music) INSKEEP: That's the theme from the game show "Jeopardy." It's one of two long-running ...

Merv Griffin, who in addition to becoming a media mogul also hosted his own iconic television talk show, is the man who brought two of the most lasting game shows to the medium. Griffin created and ...

Merv Griffin, the mogul who hosted an eponymous talk show for more than 20 years, created "Jeopardy!" and "Wheel of Fortune" and oversaw a diversified empire via the Griffin Group, died early Sunday.