What is Final Jeopardy?

[ninja]

It's been touched upon already but thought it deserved it's own post....the final episodes airing this week.

I'm hoping the new series is multiple choice for the sake of my self esteem.


Trebek, who lost his battle with pancreatic cancer in November, will be honored during the showing of his final episode Friday with “a special tribute to the life and work of the man who captained America’s Favorite Quiz Show with skill, style, and sophistication for 36+ years,” according to a statement from “Jeopardy!” producer Sony Pictures Television.

The Canadian-American game-show host announced his cancer diagnosis in March 2019 but powered through to tape episodes for the 2020-21 season before passing away at the age of 80.

Producers say he did not know that what ended up being his final show would in fact be his last.

“Jeopardy!” will continue airing new episodes starting Jan. 11 with guest host and $4,370,700 lifetime show winner Ken Jennings at the helm.

https://nypost.com/2021/01/03/alex-trebeks-final-jeopardy-episodes-to-air-this-week/

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Touching tribute after his final episode.

Apparently Alex was in quite a bit of discomfort during the final days of filming. I imagine he didn't know the end was so near or else he would have spent it with family...not working.

[Fore Warned]

Touching tribute after his final episode.

Apparently Alex was in quite a bit of discomfort during the final days of filming. I imagine he didn't know the end was so near or else he would have spent it with family...not working.

It was sad to watch his last week of recording, knowing it was to be his last. We have been fans for years and it is hard to believe this has come to an end. At the end of the last program I believe it was, there was a notice that he did no know this last episode would be his final one. So that he continued to work is understandable, even if he was in discomfort - which he did not appear to be.

As for his continuing to work had he known the end was near, from my own experience with having gone through cancer twice and watching my dad go through pancreatic cancer, I can attest to the very strong desire of continuing on with whatever constitutes normalcy when confronted with a potentially terminal illness. And if that involves work...so be it.

So often, in those circumstances, being able to do what you have been doing, if that is what you really wanted to do, is a lifeline or harbinger of hope. Not being able to continue with the normalcy is....pretty much like giving up - so more power to those who continue to work, or whatever, until they are physically not able to do that. And, if you are lucky enough to survive and see your way through to the other end, so often your definition of success will be....getting back to your normal routine.

Think about it. If you are passionate about golf, would you not want to keep playing as long as you can possibly still swing a club? And upon recovery, I can assure you, one of the first goals you would want to achieve as proof of making it is.....to at least get out on the golf course even if all you can do is some practice chipping and putting.

As for the family, if someone truly understands one's passion for their work, they would likely applaud and support that person's perseverance and encourage it.

Trust me, that is a whole lot better than sitting around waiting for the shoe to drop.

Way to go Alex.

[4underthru9]

Puzzling over the fact that during last night's final show Alex referred three times to Christmas?
First he mentioned that the day before was Christmas Eve, he then mentioned the show being on Christmas Day, and finally he said to the winner;
"Would have been nice if you had rounded that off to $25,000 to match the day".
So my question is, when was that last show recorded? Obviously not this past December 25th 2020.
Your answer must be in the form of a question, RIP Alex, actually watch your show most of those 36 years.

[4wedges]

Puzzling over the fact that during last night's final show Alex referred three times to Christmas?
First he mentioned that the day before was Christmas Eve, he then mentioned the show being on Christmas Day, and finally he said to the winner;
"Would have been nice if you had rounded that off to $25,000 to match the day".
So my question is, when was that last show recorded? Obviously not this past December 25th 2020.
Your answer must be in the form of a question, RIP Alex, actually watch your show most of those 36 years.

From what I understand the last show was recorded in October, about 10 days before he died, but they knew it would be shown on Christmas Day.

[Fore Warned]

From what I understand the last show was recorded in October, about 10 days before he died, but they knew it would be shown on Christmas Day.

It was originally scheduled to be broadcast on Christmas day. But when he died before it's originally scheduled airing, it was changed to avoid having the last show on Christmas day.

They ran repeats during the holiday week and aired the final week after the New Year.

[4wedges]

It was originally scheduled to be broadcast on Christmas day. But when he died before it's originally scheduled airing, it was changed to avoid having the last show on Christmas day.

They ran repeats during the holiday week and aired the final week after the New Year.

That makes sense.

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Did anyone happen to watch the first episode of Jeopardy! since the passing of Alex Trebek, with Ken Jennings as the host.
I honestly didn't think that I would like Ken Jennings as the host, but I thought he actually did a very good job. Much better than I expected. I was pleasantly surprised.
It was odd not hearing Trebek's voice, but I enjoyed the episode.

[Fore Warned]

Did anyone happen to watch the first episode of Jeopardy! since the passing of Alex Trebek, with Ken Jennings as the host.
I honestly didn't think that I would like Ken Jennings as the host, but I thought he actually did a very good job. Much better than I expected. I was pleasantly surprised.
It was odd not hearing Trebek's voice, but I enjoyed the episode.

I thought he did a great job for his first time out and I agree as with you, better than I expected.

Especially so since it would have been an emotional event for him, having been close to Alex as he was, and being on the other side of the podium. Did you catch his last comment as he closed...."Thanks Alex".

There was also a little tremor in Johnny Gilbert's voice as he introduced Ken as the "guest host" - the guy is like 96 years old.

Yes it felt odd not hearing Alex's voice. That has been drummed into viewers for so long.

He was very quick with the whole delivery - maybe a bit too quick at times, but so was Alex when he first started. Ken will smooth out with time I am sure.

The interviews were OK too, and I am sure he will get more comfortable with that too.

Here is his opening tribute to Alex..

An emotional Ken Jennings, ‘Jeopardy!’ guest host: No one can replace Alex Trebek - nj.com

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Yes it was really odd having a different person host the show. One thing we noticed was how fast Ken was talking. You never really noticed this with Alex. But overall good job - massive shoes to fill for sure!

[hookminor]

Especially so since it would have been an emotional event for him, having been close to Alex as he was, and being on the other side of the podium. Did you catch his last comment as he closed...."Thanks Alex".

I did catch that. I though it was a nice touch.

[hookminor]

I watched Ken's second episode, and I thought he may have done better than on the first episode. He seemed to calm down a little with the reading of the clues and did not seem to speed through them this time.
He also ended the episode by saying "Thank you, Alex", once again. I hope this becomes his regular sign off...his version of the famous Carol Burnett ear tug!!!

[ninja]

Another former champion from Jeopardy will return to serve as a guest host.....NFL quarterback Aaron Rodgers will step behind the podium as guest host.

[ninja]

Recent 5 time champion Brayden Smith passes away.

Brayden Smith, of Las Vegas, was 24 years old when he died on February 5. The family did not release the cause of death.
"We are so grateful that Brayden was able to live out his dream on @jeopardy," Smith's mother, Debbie, tweeted Friday morning.
Smith won $117,798 on the program, with his final appearance taking place in Alex Trebek's final week on the air. The shows were recorded in October and Trebek died of pancreatic cancer November 8.

https://www.cnn.com/2021/02/12/tv-shows/jeopardy-champion-dies-trnd/index.html

[4underthru9]

Posted Yesterday in Alex Trebek thread:

• Alex Trebek's family donates his 'Jeopardy!' wardrobe to charity
  

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  by SAMANTHA MITCHELL | WJLA Staff
  Tuesday, February 9th 2021
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  Matthew Trebek and Jeopardy! Costumer, Steven Zimbelman, pack Alex Trebek’s wardrobe for donation to The Doe Fund. (Photo: Jeopardy Productions, Inc.)
  
  WASHINGTON (WJLA) — The legacy of the late Alex Trebek continues to live on past his Jeopardy! days as people recount their favorite moments of the beloved TV host.
  
  
  
  Trainees from The Doe Fund’s “Ready, Willing & Able” program, (r-l) Michael Smith, Joseph Calhoun, and George Thomas, receive the donated wardrobe. (Photo: The Doe Fund)
  
  It was just announced this week that a part of who he was will be donated to charity as his family and Jeopardy! donated "a significant portion" of his wardrobe to The Doe Fund. The organization is known for providing paid work, housing, vocational training, education and social services to 'underserved Americans' who have a history of dealing with addiction, homelessness, and incarceration, according to the show.
  "During his last day on set, Alex extolled the virtues of everyone opening up their hands and their hearts to those who are suffering,” said Mike Richards, Executive Producer, JEOPARDY!. “Donating his wardrobe to those who are working to rebuild their lives is the perfect way to begin to honor that last request.
  Alex Trebek's son, Matthew Trebek, is also a supporter of The Doe Fund, the show adds, and he first suggested the donation be made to the organization.
  
  
  
  Matthew Trebek and Jeopardy! Costumer, Steven Zimbelman, pack Alex Trebek’s wardrobe for donation to The Doe Fund. (Photo: Jeopardy Productions, Inc.)
  
  Matthew and Jeopardy! costumer Steven Zimbelman packed up the wardrobe for the donation, including 14 suits, 58 dress shirts, 300 neckties, 25 polo shirts, 14 sweaters, nine sport coats, nine pairs of dress shoes, 15 belts, two parkas, and three pairs of dress slacks.
  
  The wardrobe will be provided to people in the fund's reentry program, 'Ready, Willing and Able', to be used for job interviews.
  "We are so grateful for JEOPARDY! and the Trebek family's commitment to lifting up the most vulnerable among us," said Harriet McDonald, President of The Doe Fund. "The men in our career training programs are always in need of professional attire, so they can shine in their job interviews and work with confidence once they're hired. This donation alleviates the obstacle of not having appropriate clothing.”
  Harriet added that she recently lost her husband, George McDonald, who was the founder and president of The Doe Fund for 35 years.
  
  
  
  Matthew Trebek and Jeopardy! Costumer, Steven Zimbelman, pack Alex Trebek’s wardrobe for donation to The Doe Fund. (Photo: Jeopardy Productions, Inc.)
  
  We understand the enormous loss Matt and Jean are going through, as well as their incredible resilience in the face of hardship," she said. "I'm thankful that George got to see Alex's suits delivered to the people we serve before he left us. This generous gift honors the legacies of both men, and I know they're smiling down on us.
  
  plus ça change, plus c'est la même chose

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  Feb 12, 2021, 08:44 PM
  And now this one of the last contestants on jeopardy dies at 24.
  
  : https://www.thesun.co.uk/tvandshowbi...smith-dead-24/