Alex Trebek
Game show host of Jeopardy!
Born
July 22nd, 1940
84 years ago
Died
November 8th, 2020
4 years ago — 80 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
Canada
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A game show host and producer, he became a prominent television personality through the long-running quiz show 'Jeopardy!', which debuted in 1964. He hosted 'Jeopardy!' from 1984 until his passing in 2020, guiding contestants in their pursuit of trivia knowledge. Trebek was awarded multiple Daytime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Game Show Host and received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in recognition of his television career. His experience in broadcasting also included hosting and producing various other shows before and during his time on 'Jeopardy!'. Trebek helped popularize quiz shows in America and became synonymous with the format.
Hosted 'Jeopardy!' from 1984 to 2020
Won multiple Daytime Emmy Awards
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