TV Game Show 

This is Jack Davis’s caricature drawing *TV Game Show*. Though undated, the image likely captures the golden era of the genre in the late 20th century. Davis, who was white, found his niche in popular culture, working for magazines like *Mad*. Here, he zeroes in on television's fascination with game shows, which often celebrated ordinary individuals in pursuit of extraordinary prizes. The composition is filled with exaggerated figures; a beaming host hands out money while a female contestant celebrates her win, surrounded by an excited audience. The artwork prompts us to consider the role of television in shaping societal values and aspirations. Are these shows an innocent form of entertainment, or do they perpetuate an obsession with wealth? Davis's caricature captures the emotional intensity and sometimes absurd nature of these televised spectacles, reflecting our complex relationship with fame and fortune.