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Jeopardy!’s Ken Jennings reveals ‘hallucinatory’ moment on show and how producers tested him when he became host

KEN Jennings has shared new details about hosting Jeopardy!, including his most surreal moment and the boot camp-style training he underwent.

The former champion, 50, opened up about being the face of the game show in a new interview with CBS News.

Ken Jennings spoke about growing into his role as Jeopardy! host

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Ken Jennings spoke about growing into his role as Jeopardy! hostCredit: CBS News
The G.O.A.T contestant won a still-record 74 games before being named host

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The G.O.A.T contestant won a still-record 74 games before being named hostCredit: Getty
He revealed to CBS that he was put through mock games to test if he 'would do the right thing' on the fly

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He revealed to CBS that he was put through mock games to test if he ‘would do the right thing’ on the flyCredit: CBS News

Ken sat down with Luke Burbank to discuss going from a famed Jeopardy! contestant to the permanent host.

Ken was not initially selected for the hosting role.

Ken and Mayim Bialik were initially announced as co-hosts in July 2022, succeeding the late…


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21-Player Squad to host Leeds in MNDA Dedicated Fixture

Lori Halloran has named her 21-Player Squad to take on Leeds Rhinos this Sunday (2pm) at Laund Hill in our MND Association dedicated fixture in memory of Rob Burrow CBE.

Lori Halloran has brought Amy Bennett back into the fold with Beth Armstrong missing out. Paige Webster makes way for fellow former Leeds prop Ellie Oldroyd.

#1 Amy Bennett – Arclid Transport

#2 Hannah Goddard – Pedder-Ball-Hallas Family

#3 Ana Da Silva – G.Swailes Painter & Decorator Ltd

#4 Lois Naidole – Groom Textile Care

#5 Amelia Brown – Bower Green

#6 Frankie Townend – Ruby & James Binns

#7 Sam Hulme – Petal & Barley Developments Ltd

#9 Bethan Oates – G&G

#10 Ellie Oldroyd – AAK Electrical Installations

#11 Jess Harrap – Grassline

#12 Kacy Haley – One Community

#13 Katy Fisher – SACE

#16 Emma…


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‘Jeopardy!’ Host Ken Jennings ‘Willing to Take a Pay Cut’ to Avoid Being ‘Replaced’

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Ken Jennings has made it clear he wants to remain host of ‘Jeopardy!’ for decades to come.

Jun. 13 2024, Published 3:30 p.m. ET

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Jennings earns $4 million per year as host of the popular game show.

Jennings — who won over $2.5 million in a historic 74-game winning streak on Jeopardy! – is apparently willing to sacrifice his own salary to ensure he remains the top dog at the game show.

Sources claim Jennings has made it clear to the game show’s executives that he intends to host for years to come, much like his predecessor Alex Trebek, who…


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Prayers Pour In for BBNaija Host Ebuka As He Shares Health Struggles: “Ended the Year in Surgery”

  • Nigerian media personality, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, has raised the concerns of fans after speaking about his health on social media
  • The BBNaija show host shared how he planned to fix his health after experiencing three health scares and surgery in 2023
  • Ebuka’s disclosure was met with concerned reactions from netizens, with many of them sharing prayers for the TV star

Nigerian TV host Ebuka Obi-Uchendu caused a stir on social media after updating fans about his health struggles.

On his official Instagram page, the BBNaija reality show host shared a photo of himself and accompanied it with a caption where he explained how his health suffered and led to him undergoing surgery.

BBNaija host Ebuka Obi-Uchendu shares health struggles.
Fans pray for Ebuka Obi-Uchendu as he shares health problems.
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According to Ebuka,…


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Catriona Gray, R’Bonney Gabriel to host 2024 Miss Manila pageant

Catriona Gray, R’Bonney Gabriel to host 2024 Miss Manila: Woman of Worth pageant

Catriona Gray and R’Bonney Gabriel. Image: Instagram/@catriona_gray; Facebook/Miss Universe Philippines

Catriona Gray will be joined by her fellow Miss Universe titleholder R’Bonney Gabriel as hosts of the Miss Manila: Women of Worth pageant this year, the city-wide competition’s second edition since its revival in 2023.

This will be the second time in a row as host for Gray, who was crowned Miss Universe in 2018, while this is the first for Gabriel, who won the title in the 71st edition held in January 2023. The Filipino American queen has made the rounds of various beauty pageants all over the country just this year, either as host or judge.

The duo of beauty queens will share hosting chores with “Kapuso” actress Gabbi Garcia, who recently earned praise when she…


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