The makers of 'Jeopardy!' on Wednesday named executive producer Mike Richards as the new host of the long-running daily TV quiz show, replacing Alex Trebek who died in 2020 after more than three decades on the series.
23rd Critics' Choice Awards – Photo Room – Santa Monica, California, U.S., 11/01/2018 – Mayim Bialik poses with her award for Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series for 'The Big Bang Theory". REUTERS/Monica AlmeidaLOS ANGELES, Aug 11 - The makers of "Jeopardy!" on Wednesday named executive producer Mike Richards as the new host of the long-running daily TV quiz show, replacing Alex Trebek who died in 2020 after more than three decades on the series.
Actor Mayim Bialik will host prime-time specials and "Jeopardy!" spinoffs including a college championship tournament that will air on ABC next year, according to a statement from Sony Pictures TelevisionRichards, Bialik and several others including actor LeVar Burton, "Jeopardy!" champion Ken Jennings, NFL quarterback Aaron Rodgers and journalist Katie Couric had taken turns as guest hosts in recent months following Trebek's death.
Bialik starred on comedies "The Big Bang Theory" and "Blossom" and earned a doctorate degree in neuroscience.Reporting by Lisa Richwine in Los Angeles Editing by Matthew LewisSubscribe for our daily curated newsletter to receive the latest exclusive Reuters coverage delivered to your inbox.
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