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When news broke of Bob Barker’s death, the world mourned the loss of the famous former host of “The Price Is Right.” Barker, who died at 99 on Aug. 26, served as the daytime game show’s host from 1972 until his retirement in 2007. Many people took to social media to reminisce about their childhood days when they would watch Barker while they were home from school on a sick day.

In addition to the millions of people who shared their memories of Barker, celebrities who knew him personally paid tribute to the man who spent 35 years on television and connected with multiple generations.

Drew Carey, the TV star who took Barker’s place on “The Price Is Right” in 2007, posted his thoughts and thanks to the original host.

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In a rare interview, former The Price Is Right host Bob Barker spoke with People about his decades-long stint on the show. The CBS game show marks its 50th season next month.

Barker, 97, who officially signed off Price for the last time in 2007, joked: “I’m often asked what I loved most about my years with Price, and the first thing that pops to mind is … the money, of course!”

He continued, “All kidding aside, there was much to love. I had the pleasure of working with a dedicated and talented cast and crew for 35 great years. Particularly close to my heart was the ability our vast popularity gave me to remind our entire audience daily about the importance of spaying and neutering your pets.”

CBS will air a two-hour primetime special on Sept. 30 to honor…