Ken Jennings praises intelligence of A-list contestants on Celebrity Jeopardy!
newsweek.com — January 22, 2025, 09:01 PM UTC
Ken Jennings, host of 'Celebrity Jeopardy!', claimed the current season features some of the smartest A-list contestants ever, including astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson. He emphasized that the show is a serious competition, not a parody. During an appearance on Good Morning America, Jennings expressed excitement about the contestants, who include broadcasters and comedians. He also mentioned his desire to have Tina Fey as a guest. Jennings shared his personal "Mount Rushmore" of Jeopardy! figures, naming Alex Trebek and announcer Johnny Gilbert, but did not specify any contestants. 'Celebrity Jeopardy!' airs Wednesdays at 9:00 P.M. ET on ABC.