From ‘Godfather of Rock’ to F1 Barber: The Extraordinary Life of the Genius Behind ITV’s Bestselling Bullseye Game Show

The UK television community is mourning the loss of Andrew Wood, the creator of the iconic 80s and 90s game show Bullseye, who has passed away at the age of 91.

In a heartfelt statement on social media, his daughter, Laura Wood, called her father “a legend” and shared her immense grief: “My Mum and I said a goodbye that we always knew was coming, but so desperately never wanted to.”

🎯 More Than A Game Show: An Unbelievable Legacy

What made Andrew Wood’s life so extraordinary was not limited to the brilliant success of Bullseye. According to his daughter, Andrew Wood lived a life “that, quite frankly, many can only dream of,” with a staggering list of accomplishments and careers:

Alongside the ‘Godfather of Rock’: He once worked with Don Arden—the notorious figure dubbed the ‘Godfather of Rock’.

The Special Barber: He even cut hair for F1 drivers.

A Pioneer: He owned the first record shop in Kingston-upon-Thames.

Laura emphasized that no matter what he did, her father was always “driven, passionate, and relentless” in his vision. He knew Bullseye was a “hit on his hands,” and he was absolutely right!

The Promise to Carry the Legacy Forward

The statement concluded with the lesson Andrew Wood left behind: “You have to believe in yourself, your goals, and your dreams, because if you don’t, no one else will.”

His daughter expressed immense pride and pledged to continue carrying his Bullseye creation forward, hoping to keep making him proud.