Jeopardy! Contestant Criticizes Sexist Clue, Prompting Host Apology

During a recent episode of 'Jeopardy!', contestant Heather Ryan received an apology from host Ken Jennings after a sexist clue in the "Complete the Rhyming Phrase" category made the atmosphere uncomfortable. The clue referenced a Dorothy Parker phrase about girls wearing glasses, which Jennings admitted was problematic. Ryan, who was wearing glasses, noted the incident affected the room's energy but described her overall experience on the show as enjoyable. Fans criticized the inclusion of the outdated remark, urging for better content choices in the future.