Former 'Price is Right' Producer Defends Show After Bob Barker Allegations

Roger Dobkowitz disputes claims of sexual harassment made in recent docuseries about the iconic game show.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 4:06pm

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An extreme close-up of shattered, glittering glass fragments in a high-contrast, dramatic studio lighting setup, conceptually representing the tarnished legacy of a classic television entertainment program.The allegations against the late Bob Barker and the 'Price is Right' production team have reignited debates around workplace accountability in the entertainment industry.Los Angeles Today

Roger Dobkowitz, a longtime producer on "The Price is Right" from 1972 to 2008, is speaking out against allegations of sexual harassment made against former host Bob Barker in the recent E! docuseries "Dirty Rotten Scandals." Dobkowitz claims the show's work environment was a "happy place" and disputes the "brave" characterization of Barker's accusers, arguing the deceased host is unable to defend himself.

Why it matters

The allegations against Barker and the show's production have resurfaced long-standing questions about the treatment of models and staff on classic TV game shows. Dobkowitz's defense of the show's culture aims to counter the narrative presented in the docuseries and protect the legacy of one of television's most iconic programs.

The details

The "Dirty Rotten Scandals" docuseries featured allegations from several former "Price is Right" models, who described a culture of sexual harassment during the show's early years under Barker's leadership. Former model Holly Hallstrom alleged that Barker would silence women who complained about harassment. Dobkowitz, however, disputes these claims, stating the work environment was the "envy of other shows" and that staff and models were generally happy to be part of the program.

  • The "Dirty Rotten Scandals" docuseries aired on E! on March 18, 2026.
  • Dobkowitz posted his Facebook response on March 29, 2026.

The players

Roger Dobkowitz

A longtime producer on "The Price is Right" from 1972 to 2008, who created 18 of the show's pricing games and won five Daytime Emmy Awards.

Bob Barker

The former host of "The Price is Right" who retired in 2007 and passed away in 2023.

Holly Hallstrom

A "Barker's Beauties" model on "The Price is Right" from 1977 to 1995, who alleged that Barker often silenced women who complained about incidents of sexual harassment on set.

Dian Parkinson

A former "Price is Right" model who was accused by Hallstrom of having an affair with Barker.

Roger Neal

Barker's longtime representative, who denied any allegations of sexual misconduct against Barker or the show.

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What they’re saying

“The 'documentary' should just quietly disappear into the bottom of a TV equivalent of a waste basket along with all the other forgotten so-called 'exposés'.”

— Roger Dobkowitz, Former 'Price is Right' Producer

“If anyone had gone to Bob because Bob was in charge of the show and said, 'I have a problem. I have a complaint.' He would have told her to get over it or look for a new job.”

— Holly Hallstrom, Former 'Price is Right' Model

“Barker was and is beloved, and people to this day love him. He was part of the fabric of American pop culture. He was the greatest MC in TV history. I was honored to have represented him.”

— Roger Neal, Barker's Longtime Representative

What’s next

The E! network has not yet responded to Dobkowitz's Facebook post or indicated if they plan to address his criticisms of the "Dirty Rotten Scandals" docuseries.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing debate around the treatment of women in the entertainment industry, particularly on classic television programs. While Dobkowitz defends the culture of "The Price is Right," the allegations raised in the docuseries continue to raise questions about the show's history and Barker's leadership.