City manager, family play ‘Family Feud’

Regular watchers of the popular game show “Family Feud” may have recognized a familiar face last month.

Vestavia City Manager Jeff Downes found out on June 30, 2015 that his family was chosen to appear on popular game show "Family Feud." The episode aired on Feb. 3.

Downes and his wife, identical twin brother, sister-in-law and niece auditioned for the show earlier in June, and they filmed on July 22 and 23. His brother's family lives in Atlanta, where "Family Feud" is filmed. 

Downes said that his family had a lot of fun competing on the show and were excited to see it air.

"Family Feud" is hosted by comedian Steve Harvey. In Birmingham, it airs at 6 and 6:30 p.m. Monday-Friday on the My68 WBAM television station.