It was who Alex Trebek wanted to replace him as the next "Jeopardy" host
Before going, the beloved host stated that he would like this celebrity to be his replacement.
In the households of the nation,Danger has been a constant since the 80s and the beloved hostAlex Trebek had been along the walk for nearly 37 years. Many were saddened to hear aboutThe host from pancreatic cancer On November 8, but even by his battle, he hoped that the show and where it could go. In an interview earlier this year, Trebek joked about whom he would like to replace him as the nextDanger Host, appointing a celebrity just as well-loved:White Betty White. Continue reading for more reflections of the iconic gaming host, and for more celebrities fighting health battles,Al Roker says there are good news and bad news about the diagnosis of prostate cancer.
Trebek revealed in March 2019 that he had beenDiagnosed with pancreatic cancer step 4, who was the cause of his death in November of this year. In July, Trebek invited ABC News'T.J. Holmes at home for an interview withHello America where heTalk aboutDangerIts battle with cancer and pandemic in progress.
When asked about a potential replacement, Trebek said, "I'm kidding with the audience all the time and I say," Betty White ", because they want someone younger, someone younger, Betty And I have been friends for a long time. "
But despite already a safeguard in mind, Trebek was not ready to end his mandate asDanger host, even with its diagnosis of cancer. A few weeks after this interview, Trebekstarted filming new episodes From the play show, while increasing until October 29th.
"It would of course be back to work, I miss it," Tébek said in July. "It's part of my life - a very important part of my life - for 36 years ... I'm waiting to host the show, if I'm around."
According toVariety, Sony said the show will not be immediatelyAddress of the plans to appoint a successor in Trebek. But they revealed that the last episode of Trebek ofDanger Will Air on Christmas Day (December 25) this year.
"We lost a legend and a beloved member of the Sony Pictures family"Tony VincierraPresident and Chief Executive Officer of Sony Pictures Entertainment, said in a statement. "For 37 extraordinating years, Alex was that comforting voice, this moment of escape and entertainment at the end of a long difficult day for millions of people around the world. He was the heart and soul ofDanger And he will be deeply missed by all those who have been part of their lives. "
For a man so loved by so much so much, Trebek had many moments over the years who brought smiles to everyone. Keep reading for these moments of gold and if you are a fan of the show,Can you correctly answer this double dailyDanger Questions?
1 When he arrived on set without his pants
In 2007, Trebek opened an episode ofDanger Came out in his regular summit, but downstairs?He was right in his boxers.
"I was informed behind the scenes a few minutes ago that our three competitors, Ken, Brad and Jerome, wanted to relieve part of the tension and they said," We have to do the program without pants, "Trebek said, So he started the watch without pants. But after having seen that the three competitors had not kept their side of the agreement, he entered back to put his pants back. Well played! And for more fun moments of the show. , revisit theseWrongDanger Totally hilarious answers.
2 When it automatically adjusted for a category
During an episode of 2010, a category was "Alex Ceets Auto-Tune", which consisted ofTrebek singing various songs with automatic air, including "Farmer in Dell", "Oh, Susannah", "Battle Hymn of the Republic", descend Moses, "and" Oh, Danny Boy. "
"You know, I ring this way every day when I do not hostDanger, "Trebek joked. And for more fun content delivered directly into your inbox,Sign up for our daily newsletter.
3 When he showedSaturday Night Live"Celebrity pispressress! "
VA FERRELL played Trebek is a series ofSNL Sketches called "celebrity pispable!" From 1996 to 2002. And on the last episode of Ferrell as a member of the regular distribution in 2002, the true Trebekmakes a graceful appearance cameoSend the actor. "Which tour it was," Trebek said. And for new more interesting to SNL , discover which is renowned The worst SNL Host of all time .
4 When he had an emotional reaction to a candidate's answer
After revealing that he had a cancer, Trebek continued to welcome and filming episodes of the show. And at the last stage of the Jeopardy on November 11, 2019 Episode, a candidate's answer was "what we love you, Alex!" " This moment has clearly touched the host And he replied, "It's very nice of you, thank you." And for more comforting celebrity content, Dolly Parton always uses this surprising method to send messages .