The only time I like the runaways is when there is a contestant I really want to win, but otherwise, the closer games are much more exciting and fun.
And I am not knowledgeable about a lot of relatively current celebrities, but even I knew that Hoffman didn't make it to age 82! The answer didn't fit the category either.
Though I have to say that even though there are lots of times I get the right answer while at home, I have to admire anyone who is a contestant, no matter what quirks are exhibited. I know I wouldn't do nearly as well in front of the TV cameras as I do in front of my TV.