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Bingolotto
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Bingolotto
Created by Gert Eklund
Starring Leif "Loket" Olsson (1989-1999, 2004)
Lasse Kronér (1999-2004)
Gunde Svan (2004-2005)
Rickard Olsson (2005-2008)
Lotta Engberg (2008-2011)
Jan Bylund (2011-2013)
Marie Serneholt (2013-)
Country of origin Sweden
No. of episodes 782 (as of 28 August 2011)
Production
Running time 60 minutes
Release
Original network Kållevisionen/TV21 (1989-2000)
TV4 (1991-)
TV4 Plus (2008-2011)
Sjuan (2011-)
Picture format Aspect Ratio: 4:3 (1989-2007)
(2007-)
Resolution: 480p
Original release 16 January 1989 (Kållevisionen/TV21)
12 October 1991 (TV4)

Bingolotto is a very popular Swedish game show that combines a lottery with entertainment. People buy special lottery tickets to play along from home. The show features games, music, and chances to win prizes.

What is Bingolotto?

Bingolotto is a fun TV show where viewers can win prizes. It works like a lottery, but with a live TV show. Each week, people buy special tickets. During the show, numbers are drawn. If your ticket has the right numbers, you could win!

How it Started

The idea for Bingolotto began in 1988. It first aired on local TV in Gothenburg, Sweden. That first broadcast was on January 16, 1989. Later, in October 19, 1991, the show started airing on the bigger national channel, TV4. This helped it become famous all over Sweden.

Famous Hosts

Many different hosts have led the Bingolotto show over the years. One of the most well-known was Leif "Loket" Olsson. He hosted the show for many years, from 1989 to 1999, and again in 2004. Other popular hosts include Lasse Kronér, Gunde Svan, and Lotta Engberg. Each host brought their own special style to the show.

Why it was Popular

Bingolotto was super popular in the 1990s. Many families would gather to watch it together. It was more than just a game; it was a weekly event. The show helped raise money for sports clubs and other groups in Sweden. This made it a beloved part of Swedish television for a long time.

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