Denzel Washington is a blind spot on “Pop Culture Jeopardy!” Nine “Jeopardy!” alums competed on the third episode of the new spinoff series hosted by Colin Jost and totally flubbed the Final Jeopardy question about the Oscar winner, 69. In the category “Acting directors,” the three teams of three were given the clue, “He’s directed … Read more
This was an unpopular move for Ken Jennings. “Jeopardy!” viewers were not pleased with the 50-year-old host during a recent episode. Paul Clauson, a tax analyst from Madison Heights, Michigan, returned to the game hoping to extend his one-day earnings of $15,201. He went up against a product manager Jonelle Lonergan from Boston, Massachusetts, … Read more
A “Jeopardy!” contestant revealed they are battling stage 4 cancer during Tuesday night’s game. Chris Burge, a high school teacher from Farmers Branch, Texas, shocked viewers with his cancer news during the segment where host Ken Jennings talks to the contestants. “Chris, understand you’re facing a health challenge right now that you wanted to talk … Read more
We’ll take the Right Answer for $200. After “Jeopardy!” crowned a new champion on Wednesday, viewers reacted to a shocking moment during the dramatic showdown. During the episode, judges controversially allowed a Final Jeopardy answer that was technically incorrect into play, and it decided the game. “Jeopardy!” fans call out the show for accepting incorrect … Read more
Look what you made “Jeopardy!” do. The game show apologized for dissing Travis Kelce’s relationship with Taylor Swift after a shady clue upset the couple’s fan base. “Are You Smarter Than a Celebrity? is hosted by this man who’s maybe more famous as a BF than a 3-time Super Bowl champ,” read the $200 clue … Read more
“Jeopardy!” has some bad blood. On the Wednesday episode of “Jeopardy!,” one answer read, “Are You Smarter Than a Celebrity? is hosted by this man who’s maybe more famous as a BF than a 3-time Super Bowl champ.” The answer, of course, was Travis Kelce, 35, the Kansas City Chiefs tight end who has been … Read more
A glasses-wearing “Jeopardy!” contestant broke her silence after a “sexist” clue came up during her episode. During an episode of the popular game show on Oct. 28, players had to complete the rhyming phrase “Men seldom make passes at…” for $400. Returning champion Will Wallace correctly answered “Girls who wear glasses” — but the situation … Read more
“Jeopardy!” producer Sarah Whitcomb Foss is speaking out about that controversial clue. On Monday’s episode of the “Inside Jeopardy!” podcast, Foss was joined by former champion Buzzy Cohen to discuss the moment on the game show last week that was deemed “sexist” by viewers. During the Oct. 28 episode, the players had to complete the … Read more
King Charles is reluctant to bury the hatchet with his estranged son, Prince Harry, due to fears there could be “serious legal jeopardy” given the duke’s ongoing legal case against the UK government. The Duke of Sussex, 40, has been embroiled in an ongoing legal battle over taxpayer-funded UK security protection for him and his … Read more
What is a game show host rivalry? During a recent taping of “Jeopardy,” host Ken Jennings reportedly made a joke about his rival, newly minted “Wheel of Fortune” host Ryan Seacrest. An insider told the US Sun, “After a recent taping, Ken asked the live audience if they enjoyed their time at the show, before … Read more
“What is … sexist?” Ken Jennings apologized for a “problematic” clue during Monday’s episode of “Jeopardy!” During the category “Complete the Rhyming Phrase,” the 50-year-old game show host gave the three contestants the phrase, “Men seldom make passes at…” Returning champion Will Wallace correctly answered, “Girls who wear glasses.” However, the situation became awkward because … Read more
One “Jeopardy!” answer sparked a heated debate between game show fans. During a recent episode of the beloved game show, a ruling had viewers riled up over the mispronunciation of an answer. Mark Fitzpatrick, a five-day “Jeopardy!” champion, chose the $800 clue from the category, “Just Doin’ My Job.” The prompt read, “Knows the proper use of … Read more
Mayim Bialik is back on “Jeopardy!” Well, sort of. The 48-year-old actress who was fired from her job as host of the game show last year was referenced in a clue on Wednesday’s episode. Mayim Bialik hosting “Celebrity Jeopardy!” in 2022. ABC Returning winner and content manager Mark Fitzpatrick, data analyst Robert Frankie and “girl-between-gigs” … Read more
“Jeopardy!” fans were stunned when none of the contestants were able to guess the Final Jeopardy clue. During Monday night’s episode, Mark Fitzpatrick, Amanda Prusila and Daniel Gately all guessed incorrectly when trying to solve the Final Jeopardy clue under the category brand names. At this point in the competition, Fitzpatrick held a substantial lead with $23,000, … Read more
“Jeopardy!” viewers have some unholy feelings about this Catholic contestant. Father Steve Jakubowski, 29, appeared on Thursday’s episode of the game show, prompting smitten fans to pray they could get in the young priest’s good graces. “This Jeopardy contestant is a PRIEST?” one hot and bothered viewer asked on X. “I’m about to convert.” Father Steve … Read more
After summer reruns, game shows will be airing fresh episodes of your favorites this month. Whether it’s watching participants “come on down” on “The Price Is Right,” solving word puzzles on “Wheel of Fortune” with new show host Ryan Seacrest, or proving your trivia smarts against friends and family on “Jeopardy!” — the benefits you’re … Read more
Ken Jennings does not want his job to be in jeopardy. The game show wunderkind-turned-host, 50, is reportedly “desperate” to keep his emcee gig at “Jeopardy!” as he fends off criticism of his on-air performance and rumors that he’ll be replaced by “Saturday Night Live” star Colin Jost, 42, who was just announced as the … Read more
The music world is mourning one of their own. Greg Kihn, the pop star best known for his catchy hit “Jeopardy,” has died. He was 75. His publicist, Michael Brandvold, shared the sad news, revealing the singer passed away on Tuesday after a battle with Alzheimer’s, per the Hollywood Reporter. Greg Kihn at the Rosemont Horizon on … Read more
Ike Barinholtz is the king of celebrity game shows. After winning “Celebrity Jeopardy” last year and then advancing to “Tournament of Champions,” the “Mindy Project” star, 47, made history on “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire” Tuesday night. Ike and his dad, Alan, who appeared in the mockumentary comedy “Jury Duty” last year, became the … Read more
“Pop Culture Jeopardy!” has found its host. “Saturday Night Live” star Colin Jost will emcee the “Jeopardy!” spinoff airing on Amazon Prime Video. Production on the Sony Pictures-produced show will begin in August. “What is: I’m excited,” Jost, 42, quipped in a press release, per Variety. Colin Jost on “SNL.” Will Heath/NBC via Getty Images … Read more