‘Jeopardy!’ Pleases Fans With 2022 Hosting Decision

I’ll take, “Who will be the next permanent of ‘Jeopardy!’? for $200!”

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That has been the question fans have been asking themselves since Alex Trebek passed in 2020.

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In September, “Jeopardy!” announced hosting duties would be split between Ken Jennings and Mayim Bialik.

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So far, Jennings has been hosting regular gameplay and Bialik has hosted special tournaments.

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It looks like that’s the way it’s going to stay for 2022 as well.

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“Jeopardy!” announced that Jennings and Bialik will split hosting duties throughout 2022.

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Bialik has already been selected to host the special National College Championship in February.

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Most fans seemed to consider this an acceptable compromise, with one caveat.

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Fans want Buzzy Cohen to return to host the 2022 Tournament of Champions!

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