Ken Jennings revealed that hosting 'Jeopardy!' after Alex Trebek's passing made him feel unwelcome, feeling that audiences wanted Trebek back instead of him. He stated, 'I'm like, 'I don't want to be here. I would give anything to not be here right now.'"
Showrunner Michael Davies praised Jennings' unique ability as a host, noting how contestants lit up when he entered. He reminisced about a moment where Jennings expertly corrected a wrong answer, emphasizing that his knowledge was unrivaled.
During an interview, Jennings recounted a significant moment with Trebek about passing the torch, indicating their shared understanding of Jennings eventually stepping into the role—a poignant connection that made his eventual hosting bittersweet.
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