Remembering ‘Jeopardy’ Host Alex Trebek
Longtime Jeopardy! host Alex Trebek has died at age 80. The show’s official twitter account made the sad announcement. They tweeted, “Jeopardy! is saddened to share that Alex Trebek passed away peacefully at home early this morning, surrounded by family and friends. Thank you, Alex.”
Jeopardy! is saddened to share that Alex Trebek passed away peacefully at home early this morning, surrounded by family and friends. Thank you, Alex. pic.twitter.com/Yk2a90CHIM
— Jeopardy! (@Jeopardy) November 8, 2020
Trebek has hosted Jeopardy since its 1984 debut in syndication.
Trebek revealed in March 2019 that he had been diagnosed with stage four pancreatic cancer. Last year, he told USA Today that “The thought of the pancreatic cancer does not frighten me. I’m not afraid of dying. One thing they’re not going to say at my funeral as part of a eulogy: ‘He was taken from us too soon.’ I’m 79 years old. I have lived a good life, a full life and I’m nearing the end of that life. I know that. I’m not going to delude myself.”
Alex Trebek is irreplaceable. Not just as the host of "Jeopardy," but even more as an inspiration and example of how to live your life with grace and dignity. We knew it was coming and it is still a crippling shock. God bless Alex Trebek.
— Steve Morrison (@mor100) November 8, 2020
https://twitter.com/prestonelliot/status/1325525050116681735
Alex continued to work, even after a pancreatic cancer diagnosis & even during a global pandemic. He made a lot of people very happy for a very long time. It’s a good legacy to leave behind. I’m sad to lose him but that’s a bit selfish. I’m grateful he was in my life for so long.
— Nick McIlwain (@NickMcIlwain1) November 8, 2020
One time I got invited to the National Geographic gala in DC. So obviously I said yes. After dinner they started thanking donors. They named people who gave $1K. Then $10K. Then $100K. And then a guy who gave a MILLION. To the GEOGRAPHY BEE. And he stands up and it’s Alex Trebek.
— James Hamblin (@jameshamblin) November 9, 2020
Alex wasn’t just the best ever at what he did. He was also a lovely and deeply decent man, and I’m grateful for every minute I got to spend with him. pic.twitter.com/CdHCcbqmp2
— Ken Jennings (@KenJennings) November 8, 2020
We have lost an icon. Almost every night for more than three decades, Alex Trebek entertained and educated millions around the world, instilling in so many of us a love for trivia. My deepest condolences to his family, friends, and all who are mourning this tremendous loss. pic.twitter.com/XoobAfJwBv
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) November 8, 2020
Alex Trebek was kind enough to film a cameo for our film Free Guy last year despite his battle. He was gracious and funny. In addition to being curious, stalwart, generous, reassuring and of course, Canadian. We love you, Alex. And always will.
— Ryan Reynolds (@VancityReynolds) November 8, 2020
It was one of the great privileges of my life to spend time with this courageous man while he fought the battle of his life. You will never be replaced in our hearts, Alex. https://t.co/LLoUASRMa9
— James Holzhauer (@James_Holzhauer) November 8, 2020
https://twitter.com/olmec26/status/1325689157407158272
Many @Jeopardy contestants had a blind spot for sports and Alex Trebek dropped the gloves on them with great frequency. #RIPAlexTrebek pic.twitter.com/VrMO5NX47A
— Rich Eisen (@richeisen) November 9, 2020
We’re saddened by the passing of legendary @Jeopardy host Alex Trebek. Earlier this year, he helped us recruit the next generation of astronauts – a testament to his dedication to challenging us to expand our knowledge. pic.twitter.com/Z4vwbLy1yn
— NASA (@NASA) November 8, 2020
A young Alex Trebek narrating @NHLBlackhawks highlights in 1967 for CBC?
— Midway Minute (@MidwayMinute) November 9, 2020
Yes please. pic.twitter.com/UMJLt3iyfS
“I learned English because of you.”
— Bobby Trosset (@bobbybaltim0re) November 8, 2020
This sums up who Alex Trebek was and the legacy he leaves behind. pic.twitter.com/uB97HL5aFp
