Celebrity Squares 1967, 1975 – 1976
How we loved this fun fast-paced game show with its groovy upright noughts and crosses set. This Australian version, based on Hollywood Squares, originally aired in 1967 with John Bailey hosting on Ten.
Nine revived the concept eight years later with Jimmy Hannan hosting and Max Rowley announcing. The revival - broadcast nationally five nights a week - became the top rating show in the 6pm timeslot within just four weeks.
Based on noughts and crosses, contestants were asked to choose a celebrity who, in turn, was asked a question by compere Jimmy. A nought or cross
