"Allen Ludden, born October 5, 1917, in Mineral Point, Wisconsin, became America's beloved game show host through 'Password' from 1961 to 1980. During his twenties, Ludden served honorably in the United States Army as an entertainment officer in the Pacific Theater, earning the Bronze Star Medal and captain rank by 1946. He married Margaret McGloin on October 11, 1943, and they welcomed three children: David, Martha, and Sarah. Ludden met Betty White in 1961 while filming 'Password,' creating an