Maria Lauro expressed that her appearance on Jeopardy! was a dream come true, yet deeply bittersweet after the recent loss of her husband, who had encouraged her to apply.
In a heartfelt message, Lauro revealed how her husband had motivated her to pursue a spot on the game show, sharing his support and pride even after his passing.
Reflecting on her experience, Lauro stated, "This is probably the most bittersweet day of my life. Thanks to the encouragement of my husband, I tried out and actually made it to the Alex Trebek stage."
Despite the tragedy, Lauro indicated that she's committed to honoring her husband's memory by enjoying the moment, and she mentioned a local gathering to watch the episode.
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