Carey took over for Barker, who died Saturday at the age of 99, in 2007.
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Former ‘The Price Is Right’ host Bob Barker and current host Drew Carey.JB Lacroix/WireImage
“There was much to love,” he said.
The Foundation is named after his late wife, Dorothy Jo, and his mother, Tilly Valandra.
Barker’s girlfriend, Nancy Burnet, emphasized the importance of Barker’s advocacy for animals after his death.
“We were great friends over these 40 years.
He will be missed.”
Carey’s own statement praised Barker’s legacy onThe Price Is Right.
“I will carry his memory in my heart forever.”
