Let’s Talk About The Gong Show Reboot

Okay, let me set the scene for you. The Gong Show was a huge deal back in the '70s and '80s, hosted by the one and only Chuck Barris. Fast forward to 2017, and here we are with a reboot of this iconic game show. But guess what? This time around, it’s got a new host. Now, hold onto your hats because this gets interesting.

The guy calling himself Tommy Maitland might sound like a total stranger, but if you ask me, it’s none other than Mike Myers hiding behind layers of makeup. And here’s the kicker—nobody has officially confirmed it. Not Mike, not ABC, not even Will Arnett, who’s producing the show. So, the fans are left to piece together the clues and connect the dots. It’s like a real-life mystery!

On the left, we’ve got Mike Myers. On the right, it’s Tommy Maitland. Look closely, folks. Any resemblance is not a coincidence.

Read also:
Emily Balkind Engaged The Inside Scoop On Love Life And Everything In Between

Why Would Mike Myers Do This?

Now, if we’re all on the same page that it’s Mike Myers under that makeup, the next question has to be—why? What’s the deal with taking on such an unusual role, especially when he’s working alongside Will Arnett, who happens to be a big name in Hollywood? Well, the answer might be simpler than you think.

According to the show’s official website, Tommy Maitland is described as a comedy enthusiast who frequently visited the Edinburgh Fringe Festival to support up-and-coming comedians. It’s there that he supposedly crossed paths with Will Arnett, who was performing stand-up at the time. The story goes that Will was so impressed by Tommy’s talent that he spent years trying to find the perfect project to collaborate on. And guess what? The Gong Show revival seemed like a match made in heaven.

Tommy Maitland: The Bio That Raises Questions

Here’s where things get even more intriguing. The show’s website provides an elaborate backstory for Tommy Maitland. According to the bio, Tommy was born in 1944, which doesn’t quite match up with Mike Myers’ actual birth year of 1963. But wait, there’s more. The bio claims that Tommy was already a well-known game show host in the UK, hosting shows like "Tell You What" and "Dingo’s Got the Baby" in the '80s.

Let that sink in for a moment. If Tommy Maitland was this big of a deal in the UK, why haven’t we ever heard of him before? It’s almost like the entire character was created just for this reboot. But hey, that’s the beauty of entertainment, right? Sometimes the best stories are the ones we create ourselves.

Mike Myers: A Master of Disguise

This isn’t the first time Mike Myers has slipped into character and disappeared from the spotlight. If you think about it, his entire career has been built on transforming himself into different personas. Remember Austin Powers? Or how about his roles in "Inglourious Basterds" and the Oscar short film where he played Sir Cecil Worthington? And let’s not forget his love for Scottish characters like Shrek and Fat Bastard.

So, is it really that surprising that he’d take on another disguise for The Gong Show? Not really. In fact, it’s almost expected at this point. The real question is—will he ever step forward and confirm that it’s him? Or will he keep us guessing for the duration of the show? Only time will tell.