Regis Francis Xavier Philbin (August 25, 1931-July 24, 2020) is an American media personality and occasional actor, known for fronting various talk and game shows. His trademarks include his excited manner, his New York Bronx accent, his wit, and irreverent ad-libs. He is most widely known for Live with Regis and Kelly, Who Wants to Be a Millionaire, Million Dollar Password, and for hosting the first season of America's Got Talent.
Regis appears on the cover of Donna's travel guide Regis Philbin's Erotic New York in "Once Upon a Tyne in New York".