APīurton received a standing ovation from the quiz show’s cyber fans, who applauded the “Star Trek” star for his charisma and enthusiasm. Burton received high marks as substitute “Jeopardy!” host in late July. Sony Pictures TelevisionĪ revolving door of celebrity guests hosts have since taken up the mantle in Trebek’s absence, including Richards, “Jeopardy!” champion Ken Jennings, 47, NFL quarterback Aaron Rogers, 37, journalist Robin Roberts, 60, and actor LeVar Burton, 64. “Jeopardy!” fans are outraged over claims that executive producer Mike Richards will become the game show’s new official host.
Trebek, the game show’s venerated moderator, died at age 80 in November following a well-fought battle with stage four pancreatic cancer.
“I don’t think Alex Trebek would’ve chosen him as successor.” “If Mike Richards is going to be the new host of Jeopardy!, I’m done,” one fuming fan wrote on Twitter. Hot takes from hotheaded “Jeopardy!” watchers are sizzling on social media in response to claims that Richards, 46, is in “ advanced negotiations” to become the trivia series’ permanent master of ceremonies. Representatives for the show declined to comment to The Post. Mayim Bialik and Jalen Rose talk child fame, mental health and why she returned to actingįorget ‘Jeopardy!’ LeVar Burton set to host new trivia game showĪnswer: “Jeopardy!” executive producer Mike Richards has been tapped to become the show’s new host. ‘Jeopardy!’ has found their new hosts for Season 38įirst-ever trans contestant makes it to ‘Jeopardy! Tournament of Champions’