Fans Questioning New ‘Jeopardy!’ Hosting Announcement

On Thursday, Michael Davies was announced as the new EP for “Jeopardy!”

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He took over as showrunner after Mike Richards was fired last year.

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That only leaves one question on the minds of “Jeopardy!” fans.

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Who is going to be named as the new permanent host of “Jeopardy!”?

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Sony has not given a clear timeline as to when that answer will be given.

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However, season 38 stops filming in July and the show needs to prepare for season 39.

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It is widely believed that Sony will make a decision about the permanent host at that time.

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Many believe that the hosting position will go to Ken Jennings, who just stepped out of his role on “The Chase.”

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Mayim Bialik still has her sitcom “Call Me Kat” and she just directed the film “As They Made Us.”

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