Star Search
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Star Search was a television show from 1983 to 1995 hosted by Ed McMahon.
Essentially a large talent show, Star Search established a format later utilized by other programs, notably American Idol. Star Search helped launch the careers of Ray Romano, Dennis Miller, Rosie O'Donnell, Martin Lawrence, Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera, Countess Vaughn, LeAnn Rimes, Usher, Sinbad, Justin Timberlake, and many other performers.
In the wake of American Idol's success, Arsenio Hall hosted a new version of Star Search, which ran for two years: 2003 and 2004. This new version was judged by several people, including Ben Stein and Naomi Judd. It introduced "star" Loni Love, who has appeared in TV shows for VH1, and a Nickelodeon program. It also brought Tiffany Evans 15 minutes of fame, but her career has yet to truly take off.Template:Tvseries-stub