The Alan Hamel Show(1976)

The Alan Hamel Show is a Canadian daytime talk series that premiered on CTV in 1976, marking the network's first venture into the format. Hosted by Alan Hamel, a veteran of CBC radio and U.S. television, the show was produced at BCTV Vancouver and became known for attracting high-profile entertainment guests, including Hamel's wife Suzanne Somers. Airing weekdays from 1976 to 1980, the program initially ran from 2:00 to 3:00 pm before shifting to 1:30 pm during its final season. The show reflected Hamel's established reputation as a skilled interviewer and entertainer, drawing on his earlier successes in both Canadian and American broadcasting.