Jeopardy! is continuing its streak with churning out amazing champions.
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The Wrap on Tuesday that a host has yet to be announced and “we’ll have details soon.”However, Erwich seemingly alluded to who will be the host in an interview with Variety, which asked if frequent “Jeopardy!” host Mayim Bialik is the frontrunner to emcee the spinoff.“It’s really just about the details of the announcement,” he said. “And we just are not ready yet, but we will be soon.
I wouldn’t read anything into it.”Bialik, 46, and Ken Jennings, 47, have taken on hosting duties for “Jeopardy!” following the ousting of the show’s former executive producer, Mike Richards.Former game show champ Mattea Roach gave her take on who should be the next permanent host for the long-running game show.“I would say Ken because of his history with the show,” the 23-year-old contestant from Toronto told Vulture earlier this month of her pick to replace longtime host Alex Trebek, who died in 2020.She continued, “As a contestant, there’s something really special about being onstage with the greatest player of all time. Someone who understands in a very visceral way what it’s like to be in your position. “Mayim is fantastic, but she doesn’t have that same experience,” Roach said.Congratulations to Mattea Roach on a truly iconic @Jeopardy streak.
I believe she's one of only three champs in history ever to "shoot their age": 23 years old, 23 wins. https://t.co/O0LBkWxRTfJennings revealed on May 10 that the “Big Bang Theory” star would take on a more permanent role on the show and he would be on a hiatus.
“Congratulations to Mattea Roach on a truly iconic @Jeopardy streak. I believe she’s one of only three champs in history ever to ‘shoot their age’: 23 years old, 23 wins,” Jennings tweeted.“I’m handing the keys back to the talented
.Jeopardy! is continuing its streak with churning out amazing champions.
Kelly Ripa couldn't have been more proud on the latest installment of Live with Kelly and Ryan as she had some big news to share.MORE: Kelly Ripa shares fond memory of Ray Liotta from LIVE! following his deathALSO: HELLO! launches Jubilee T-shirt collection to celebrate Queen Elizabeth in style"Settle down, settle down, I have a big announcement to make," she said as she took her seat next to co-host Ryan Seacrest.VIDEO: Kelly Ripa's children steal the show on Live with Kelly and Ryan"It is the birthday of my firstborn! Hi Mikey," she adorably said to the camera as the studio audience cheered in honor of Michael Consuelos' 25th birthday.Ryan then revealed a gaff he made while preparing his own birthday surprise for Michael, sharing that he had a box of gifts ready for the Riverdale star.MORE: Kelly Ripa makes impassioned plea to viewers following Texas tragedy"I tried to Facetime him, and then I realized I was calling Mark Consuelos," he told Kelly. "I sent a 'Happy Birthday' text to your husband."Kelly then hilariously shared that her phone was starting to confuse pictures of Michael with her husband Mark.
Amy Schumer cares about is spending special occasions with family.ALSO: HELLO! launches Jubilee T-shirt collection to celebrate Queen Elizabeth in styleThe star was showered with love as she celebrated her birthday on 1 June, and though a plethora of celebrities and public figures took to Instagram to honor her, what really made the day special was cuddles with her son, Gene David Fischer.Amy shared a slew of pictures of how all of her friends celebrated her, but the cherry on top were the rare glimpses of her with her son and husband, Chris Fisher.WATCH: Amy opens up about her health issuesMORE: Amy Schumer shares rare glimpse into private life alongside loved-up photo with husbandThe adorable photo sees her laying on a plush gray couch, and she's leaning back, closing her eyes and subtly smiling, as her son, who is three-years-old, is laying face first right atop her, showcasing his messy blonde hair the same color as his mom's.The comedian captioned the endearing snapshot with: "My best birthday!" and it certainly looks like it was.She also included a loved up picture with her husband, appearing to be headed out on a special birthday date night.The heartwarming mother-and-son photoAs the two shared a kiss, Amy looked chic wearing tailored, camel trousers with a wide-leg, paired with two layered button-down blouses, one matching the pants and a baby blue one popping out through the top one's collar.MORE: Amy Schumer lists 'dream' $15million NY apartment as she makes confession about former living situationMORE: Amy Schumer delivers heartbreaking statement after recent tragedyShe was flooded with love in the comments, with stars such as Kathy Hilton and her daughter, Paris Hilton, commenting sweet celebratory messages,
“Jeopardy!” hosting gig.The “Roots” star, 65, sat down with Newsy’s “In The Loop” show to chew over losing the bid to permanently host the talk show, noting he was “not just disappointed, but wrecked”Following longtime host Alex Trebek’s death from pancreatic cancer in 2020, a slew of possible stars were thrown into the mix to take over, including Ken Jennings, Mike Richards and Mayim Bialik.“Experiencing a very public defeat — humiliation, if you will — was sobering. And what I learned from the experience, really, is that it reinforced my belief that everything happens for a reason, even if you cannot discern the reason in the moment,” Burton explained to host Christian Bryant.While Burton desperately wanted to be the ultimate face of the trivia show, he was at least able to guest-host an episode in 2021.“In the fullness of time, everything will be revealed.
LeVar Burton is still mending after getting passed up for the full-time role of “Jeopardy!” host.
Ahsoka” star Rosario Dawson popped up at Star Wars Celebration on Saturday to bring anxious fans a special surprise — some first look footage from the upcoming Disney+ series, which played exclusively for attendees. After missing Thursday’s Lucasfilm Studio Showcase presentation due to filming “Ahsoka,” Dawson appeared at the end of “The Mandalorian” panel, which featured creators Jon Favreau and Dave Filoni, director and newly-promoted executive producer Rick Famuyiwa, stars Pedro Pascal (the titular Mandalorian), Giancarlo Esposito (Moff Gideon), Emily Swallow (The Armorer), Katee Sackhoff (Bo-Katan Kryze), Temuera Morrison (Boba Fett) and Carl Weathers (Greef Karga).“I’m here because of people like you,” Dawson told the ecstatic crowd as she sat down with the panelists.
Excitement is rising ahead of the women's European Championships this summer and a free national roadshow is heading to The Trafford Centre. The show aims to inspire more people to get involved in the biggest European women’s sport event in history.
Celebrity Gogglebox on Channel 4. Blue star Duncan James will be joining her on the sofa. Denise gave her now ex-boyfriend Eddie Boxshall the boot as her Gogglebox partner after he admitted to messaging other women.
Celine Dion is currently in celebration mode as she marks the milestone 15th anniversary of her important record D'elles.MORE: Céline Dion celebrates amazing milestone after new tour updateALSO: HELLO! launches Jubilee T-shirt collection to celebrate Queen Elizabeth in styleHer team shared a copy of the album's cover art, a black and white photo of the singer, along with a message celebrating the record.VIDEO: Celine Dion shares heartfelt message with her fans as she announces career news"This week marks the 15th anniversary of Celine’s D'elles album," it read. "Released in May 2007, this incredible concept album celebrates Womanhood. "The lyrics of all thirteen songs were written by influential authors from France and Quebec: Françoise Dorin, Christine Orban, Nina Bouraoui, Marie Laberge, Lise Payette, Denise Bombardier, Nathalie Nechtschein, Jovette Alice Bernier, Janette Bertrand and George Sand."MORE: Celine Dion announces incredible tour news to her fans amid recoveryThe French record was recognized as one of her most ambitious and became one of her biggest critical successes, along with being a commercial hit as well, reaching number one in several French-speaking territories like France and Canada.Her fans quickly took to sharing their thoughts on the record as well, most simply using heart emojis for the same.Celine marked 15 years of her album D'ellesOne wrote: "Awesome album," while another said: "One of the best." A third added: "Thank you for the great album and music," while one also commented: "I love this album.
Ciara and her family are celebrating big time! The star had a lavish party to celebrate her son Future's eighth birthday, and she took to Instagram to reveal all the incredible details.ALSO: HELLO! launches Jubilee T-shirt collection to celebrate Queen Elizabeth in styleThe birthday boy had an epic day full of unexpected surprises for his wrestling themed birthday party, which was aptly named Future Mania.The event proved to be majorly star-studded, and Future appears to have just as many cool and famous friends as his mom, including none other than Kelly Rowland's son Titan Jewell Weatherspoon, who is the same age as him.WATCH: Ciara's husband proposes live on-airMORE: Ciara surprises fans with adorable video of new addition to the familyCiara went all out for the wrestling night, which actually featured professional wrestlers in full boxing gear having it out on a boxing ring set up in the star's very own backyard, as well as arcade games, a bouncy house, and a cotton candy machine.The party also featured face painting, with the singer sharing adorable photos of her and her daughter Sienna with rainbow designs painted on her face.She didn't miss a single detail when it came to Future's special day, and her and her husband Russel Wilson donned custom made black sweatshirts with Future Mania imprinted on it in bright colors.The epic birthday partyEverything about it was show-stopping, including the cake, which featured multiple tiers adorned with wrestling motifs and even a boxing ring made out of fondant placed atop its top tier.MORE: Ciara dazzles in stylish dress for romantic photo with husband Russell WilsonMORE: Ciara and Russell Wilson have candid argument in hilarious video as fans all notice the same thingThe
co-host of the syndicated quiz show along with show champ Ken Jennings, who turns 48 on May 23.“It’s incredible to be surrounded by the writers and researchers who work to create ‘Jeopardy!'” she told The Post at the Fox Upfront in New York. “And, yes, to work with contestants and people who know a tremendous, vast variety of information, it’s incredible.”One thing the former child star doesn’t really love is the attention focused on her wardrobe and appearance — and wishes she could pare it down.“Most men wear suits when they go there, so yeah,” she opined. “The fact is we don’t live in a culture where I can wear a gray suit and then a blue suit, but maybe next year we’ll see.
Jennifer Maas TV Business WriterABC has ordered new primetime “Jeopardy!” spinoff series “Celebrity Jeopardy!” The series is set to premiere as part of the Disney-owned broadcaster’s fall slate, airing alongside “Celebrity Wheel of Fortune” on Sundays.Notably included in the announcement for “Celebrity Jeopardy!,” which came alongside ABC’s reveal of its Fall 2022-2023 schedule Tuesday, was this line: “A host will be announced at a later date.”Craig Erwich says he “wouldn’t read anything into” the inclusion of this bit and the exclusion of Mayim Bialik’s name, as last year she was announced as the host of primetime “Jeopardy!” specials when the now-ousted Mike Richards was chosen as the full-time host. Bialik has been trading off hosting duties with Ken Jennings on the main syndicated series for several months now as the series looks for a permanent full-time replacement for Alex Trebek following his passing.
Break open the potent potables: Celebrity Jeopardy! is coming to ABC.
Kelly Ripa delighted her fans with a heartwarming update on Sunday alongside her family dog Chewie, who celebrated her birthday.MORE: Kelly Ripa updates fans on her health with glowing new selfieThe Live with Kelly and Ryan host shared the news on her Instagram feed alongside a spectacular selfie snuggled up with her furry companion. WATCH: Kelly Ripa's life at home during Covid battleCaptioning the post, she wrote: "Happy birthday to the grandest dame, CHEWIE! You wouldn’t know by the looks of it, but we sure are glad we found each other!"ALSO: HELLO! launches Jubilee T-shirt collection to celebrate Queen Elizabeth in styleSEE: Kelly Ripa's palatial New York mansion where she's recovering from COVID-19The 51-year-old's husband, Mark Consuelos was quick to weigh in on the post of his girls. He penned: "Chewie!!!" in the comments of the post, and added "Chewbacca Maria Consuelos," for clarification.
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ending her 23-game winning streak, Jennings congratulated the Canadian native on her past victories and also revealed that Roach’s last game was also the end of his hosting for the time being.The 47-year-old divulged that Mayim Bialik would be taking over as host, which seemed to upset Twitter users.“Congratulations to Mattea Roach on a truly iconic @Jeopardy streak. I believe she’s one of only three champs in history ever to ‘shoot their age’: 23 years old, 23 wins,” Jennings tweeted earlier this week.“I’m handing the keys back to the talented actor-producer-writer-director (!) @missmayim for a few months.
NEW YORK -- As Mattea Roach, Amy Schneider and Matt Amodio can attest, it's cool to be smart again.“Jeopardy!” is on an unusual run of super champs. In the past seven months, each of those contestants has landed in the television game show's historical list of top five winning streaks.