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Portland real estate agent Jason Singer is returning to 'Jeopardy!' for a champions' tournament and is advocating for his wife, Susan McMillan, a former champion, to be invited back as well. Singer previously won two games and is part of a small group of couples who have both won on the show. He hopes to support a family or couples tournament and plans to leverage social media for that cause.
Ken Jennings announced he is stepping down from his role as co-host of the Omnibus Podcast due to his busy travel schedule, but will continue hosting Jeopardy! Fans are emotional about his departure from the podcast, and Jennings plans a final live show in Seattle. He remains active in entertainment, including upcoming appearances at the New Yorker Festival.
Fans believe Scott Riccardi intentionally lost his final game on Jeopardy! because he answered incorrectly on an easy question, leading to speculation that he threw the game to avoid returning for another season or to end his winning streak.
The article highlights popular shows to watch, including Owen Wilson's golf comedy, the Stanley Cup Final, and the Jeopardy! Masters Finale, among other trending entertainment options for June 4, 2025.
Starting in September, new episodes of 'Jeopardy!' and 'Wheel of Fortune' will be available on Hulu and Peacock the day after airing on TV, marking their first streaming availability of recent episodes and testing the waters for potential exclusive streaming rights in 2028.
Sony Pictures Television has announced multi-year streaming deals for 'Jeopardy!' and 'Wheel of Fortune' with Hulu and Peacock, allowing next-day streaming of new episodes starting fall 2025, marking the first time in-season episodes will be available on these platforms. The deals are separate from ongoing legal disputes over syndication rights between Sony and CBS.
'Jeopardy!' and 'Wheel of Fortune' will stream in-season episodes for the first time starting September on Hulu, Peacock, and Disney+, expanding access for fans amid ongoing distribution disputes between Sony and CBS.
Sony has signed streaming deals with Peacock, Hulu, and Disney+ for 'Jeopardy!' and 'Wheel of Fortune,' allowing these shows to be streamed the day after airing, despite ongoing legal disputes over rights with CBS, which retains linear distribution rights. The legal battle is expected to continue in court.
In the December 10, 2024, episode of Jeopardy!, the Final Jeopardy category was "Presidential Candidates," with the correct response being William Jennings Bryan, who had running mates John Kern, Arthur Sewall, and Adlai Stevenson I. The episode ended with Bill McKinney retaining his title despite all contestants missing the Final Jeopardy question.
In the first episode of Pop Culture Jeopardy, the Queen City Kidz advanced to the quarterfinals by correctly answering the Final Jeopardy question in the category of Sports Endorsements. The question involved Caitlin Clark's endorsement deal with Wilson, a brand popularized by the 2000 film Cast Away. The episode featured teams competing in a unique format with a "Triple Play" clue, and the Queen City Kidz, from Regina, Saskatchewan, emerged victorious despite trailing in earlier rounds.
Pop Culture Jeopardy!, a new spinoff of the classic trivia show, premieres on Prime Video with a focus on pop culture questions. Hosted by Colin Jost, the show features teams of three competing in a more relaxed, bar-trivia style format. While it aims to appeal to a broader audience, some critics argue it dilutes the intellectual challenge that Jeopardy! is known for, raising questions about its target audience and the value of its content.
Colin Jost, known for co-hosting SNL's "Weekend Update," is set to host "Pop Culture Jeopardy!" on Amazon Prime, marking a new team format for the quiz show. Jost discusses his preparation for the role, including insights from Ken Jennings and how his SNL experience, particularly the joke swap segment, helped him with cold reading. The show will feature trivia on modern culture, with Jost emphasizing the importance of the game's integrity and the fun dynamics of team competition.
CBS has filed a countersuit against Sony Pictures Television, accusing Sony of attempting to terminate long-standing distribution deals for 'Jeopardy!' and 'Wheel of Fortune' through legal means. This countersuit follows Sony's initial lawsuit, which claimed CBS was undermining the value of the shows and breaching distribution agreements. CBS argues it has met its contractual obligations and accuses Sony of trying to escape the deal to gain rights for free. CBS seeks to prevent Sony from terminating the agreements and is asking for monetary damages.
"Jeopardy!" contestant Heather Ryan criticized the show for a "sexist" clue that made her uncomfortable during an episode aired on October 28. The clue, "Men seldom make passes at girls who wear glasses," was from a Dorothy Parker poem and sparked backlash from viewers who found it outdated and inappropriate. Host Ken Jennings acknowledged the discomfort, and fans criticized the show's decision to include the clue. Despite the incident, Ryan expressed that she enjoyed her overall experience on the show.
Travis Kelce, Kansas City Chiefs star, became the subject of a playful roast on "Jeopardy!" when a question highlighted his fame as Taylor Swift's boyfriend over his NFL achievements. The lighthearted jab quickly went viral, with fans and media outlets sharing the moment, adding to the ongoing jokes about Kelce's high-profile relationship with Swift. This isn't the first time Kelce has been teased about his connection to the pop star, as similar comments have surfaced in other media appearances.