At least he’s owning it. “Jeopardy!” host Ken Jennings acknowledged he made a “very harsh ruling” that infuriated viewers during last Wednesday’s episode. Jennings, 50, didn’t accept contestant Kelly Proulx’s guess that was only one letter off. Ken Jennings on “Jeopardy!” ABC The answer to the $2,000 clue was Bridalveil Fall — but Proulx guessed “Bridalveil … Read more
He’s a game show host loathed by fans today. Who is Ken Jennings? On Wednesday night’s episode of “Jeopardy!” on ABC, Jennings and the trivia program’s unseen judges made a call that infuriated some viewers who vented their frustrations on social media. One blasted the move as “disgusting.” A Reddit user called host Ken Jennings’ … Read more
“Jeopardy!” fans are having a debate of their own. Some viewers were outraged after a contestant mispronounced a word but it was accepted as a correct answer on Monday’s episode. Matt Brooks, a healthcare IT analyst from Virginia, was at the center of the controversy. Matt Brooks on “Jeopardy!” ABC He was winning against Zoe … Read more
What is her excuse? A “Jeopardy!” contestant who earned the second-lowest score in the quiz show’s history is speaking out about her dismal appearance on the program. Erin Buker was widely ridiculed after appearing on last Monday night’s episode, where she ended with -$7,200. Only former competitor Patrick Pearce, who had -$7,400 after his game … Read more
Who is James Holzhauer? Outspoken “Jeopardy!” legend James Holzhauer, 39, who had a famous 32-game winning streak in 2019, has struck again. In the season premiere of “Jeopardy! Masters,” which involves past champions returning to the show, Holzhauer stole the show. He was given the question prompt, “The last name of botanist Leonhard gave us … Read more
Former “Jeopardy!” producer Mike Richards, who lasted exactly one day on the job as the show’s host, opened up about being fired — and about the strength of cancer-stricken Alex Trebek. Richards, 48, replaced Trebek in August 2021, nine months after Trebek died of pancreatic cancer at the age of 80. He resigned after one … Read more
Bye, bye, Blossom. Mayim Bialik was axed as the co-host of “Jeopardy!” because the show needed more “consistency” with current host Ken Jennings, showrunner Michael Davies revealed to reporters. “When I took over the show, we were really forced into that situation from everything that happened before, the guest-hosting period,” Davies said at the annual … Read more
“Jeopardy!” fans are quick to criticize contestants for any mistakes or missed answers, and a flub that took place on an episode this week was no exception. During the game that aired on Thursday, players were presented with a category called “New Jazz.” One of the clues there read, “Jazz trumpeter Keyon Harrold can be heard … Read more
What is, so close? A “Jeopardy!” contestant seemingly suffered an unfortunate misunderstanding during Final Jeopardy! on Tuesday night in a moment fans are calling “absolutely tragic.” Contestant Sophia was in second place with $14,600 behind contestant Michael with $28,800, and Sharon in third with $5,800. The Final Jeopardy! clue was from the “Landmarks” category, and read, … Read more
Mayim Bialik is looking toward brighter days ahead after a bumpy end to 2023. Weeks after announcing her departure as a host of “Jeopardy!”, the actress took to Instagram to make a wish for the new year, writing, “As the rain washes away 2023, I can’t help but hope it’s making way for a brighter 2024. Wishing … Read more
Ken Jennings is speaking out about Mayim Bialik’s shocking departure from “Jeopardy!” “It took me off guard, because I loved working with my Mayim and I’m gonna miss her,” Jennings, 49, told the Hollywood Reporter in an interview, which was published on Tuesday. “I can’t speak to her decision-making process or her opinions about it.” … Read more
Ken Jennings has landed himself in some hot water. On last night’s episode of “Jeopardy!” Jennings made a remark about people in assisted living facilities that offended some viewers, and they were quick to air their grievances on social media. During the interview portion of the game show, which is currently airing the Champions Wildcard tournament, the … Read more
Ken Jennings may owe his career to Alex Trebek, but the “Jeopardy!” champ-turned-presenter now reveals it’s Pat Sajak he’s trying hardest to emulate. The 49-year-old show host recently appeared on actor Justin Long’s “Life is Short” podcast, where he analyzed both the late Trebek and the longtime, soon-to-retire “Wheel of Fortune” helmer’s hosting styles. “Alex … Read more
What is unsportsmanlike conduct? One “Jeopardy!” contestant is being blasted by fans after he was seemingly rude to fellow challengers while appearing on the show Friday. Contestant Aaron Craig, who competed on the show’s Champions Wildcard tournament, drew the ire of some die-hard fans after he clapped for himself when host Ken Jennings announced that … Read more
This “Jeopardy!” moment is probably going in the Hall of Shame. On Thursday’s episode of the long-running hit game show, contestants had a sports category in the mix, and, well, things did not exactly go swimmingly. The three competing on the show went 1-for-5 in the “Hall of Famer by position” category and struggled to … Read more
Bialik’s return is really scaring fans. Some viewers of the hit game show “Jeopardy!” were in an uproar Tuesday after a new promo for the long-running quiz show featured Mayim Bialik. Bialik, who has not been on the show since the WGA writer’s strike began in May, appeared on the official “Jeopardy!” Instagram account, which … Read more
A “Jeopardy!” producer is staunchly defending their controversial Oct. 13 ruling that eliminated Lawrence Long from the Champions Wildcard tournament. Long, the Season 38 champ, was in the “Final Jeopardy!” round and wagered his entire $10,000 in the “Royalty” category, buzzing in on the clue: “Before his death in 2005, he said he was ‘probably … Read more
A “Jeopardy!” contestant lost big on Wednesday night’s episode, and fans have been quick to let him know what he did wrong. Going into the Final Jeopardy round, a man named John was in second place with $14,200, trailing $9,000 behind the contestant in first place. He was the only player to answer the clue correctly, but … Read more
She might be watching from her couch this year. Mayim Bialik, 47, is “unlikely” to return to “Jeopardy!” as a host this upcoming Season 40, according to a new report, and her absence may even extend into the rest of the year. “Mayim is choosing to stand with the actors like she did the writers … Read more
There’s no question about it. Ken Jennings, 49, has officially replaced Mayim Bialik, 47, on “Celebrity Jeopardy!” per a dramatic new statement from the show’s network. Jennings appears solo on an official promotional poster shared to the show’s Instagram page Tuesday. The art features a smiling Jennings as he walks among lighted signs that read, … Read more