Article: Bob Barker's retirement: Which replacement host is right?

It's hard to imagine a world where the words "Come on down," don't lead to the smiling face of Bob Barker. Unfortunately, such a world is about to become reality. The iconic game show host, who began hosting "The Price Is Right" in 1972, will tape his last show in June.

Potential replacements have already been scouted, and several have done test tapings before studio audiences, according to Entertainment Weekly's Web site, ew.com.

Among those hoping to fill Bob's shoes are George Hamilton, John O'Hurley and Mario Lopez, all of whom appeared on recent seasons of "Dancing with the Stars."

While nobody can ever replace Bob Barker, viewers favor some potential hosts more than others.

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