As Alex Trebek’s Final Episodes Air, ‘Jeopardy!’ Producer Looks At His Legacy | TODAY
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3 жыл бұрынBeginning Monday, the late Alex Trebek’s final five episodes of “Jeopardy!” will air. NBC’s Anne Thompson reports and “Jeopardy!” executive producer Mike Richards joins TODAY live to reflect on Trebek’s legacy. “He was an absolute warrior” in his final days, Richards says.
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As Alex Trebek’s Final Episodes Air, ‘Jeopardy!’ Producer Looks At His Legacy | TODAY
@marycanary 3 жыл бұрын
Even though it was inevitable, it's still hard to believe he's gone.
@marycanary 3 жыл бұрын
Doesn't that phrase basically mean the same thing as what I just said?
@connerwilson2357 3 жыл бұрын
@@varindersekhon58 I don't think you know what inevitable means.
@TheEmpressReborn 3 жыл бұрын
I know. It doesn't feel real.
@marycanary 3 жыл бұрын
I know, It's just that, he's been the host on"Jeopardy" from the very beginning and (to me at least) it won't seem quite the same anymore you know?
@marycanary 3 жыл бұрын
I know that, I know life goes on but, it will take some time (at least for some of us) to get used to not seeing him anymore you know?
@kimkochel6754 3 жыл бұрын
Alex was always the gentleman. I am from his home province of Ontario Canada. We in Canada are so proud of "our Alex". He will be missed big time. Our evenings will have to get used to someone new. We can do it. Love you Alex. ❤🇨🇦🙏
@watson956 3 жыл бұрын
A guy from Sudbury, graduated from U of Ottawa (and gave funding to the university), worked through a plethora of shows until he met with the right show at the right time, and made knowledge look 'cool'. He's a hero of mine.
@charlieo.possum5501 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing him with us for all these years! He was a part of my evening dinner for 30 yrs or more, we all mourn his loss. Legend.
@clintjacops958 3 жыл бұрын
RIP Mr. Trebek 1940-2020 You Will Be Deeply Missed! 💔😭💔😭💔😭💔😭💔 🙏 ⚰
@RobertoLopez-xb1mj 3 жыл бұрын
From now on, an all-new Jeopardy should be followed by a classic episode of "The Best of Jeopardy" to keep Alex Trebek's legacy alive for a long time to come. May Alex Trebek forever live in hearts.
@rebeccacastro2525 3 жыл бұрын
Good idea!!
@RobertoLopez-xb1mj 3 жыл бұрын
@@rebeccacastro2525 thank you.
@denelson83 3 жыл бұрын
You have the Game Show Network. It can step up its airings of Trebek's Jeopardy.
@worldwide4376 3 жыл бұрын
Ken Jennings will be named new host of Jeopardy! and Brooke Burns will host Family Feud next season.
@denelson83 3 жыл бұрын
@@worldwide4376 Steve Harvey finally gotten tired?
@carolmiller6713 3 жыл бұрын
I think that continuing to work at something he loved, continuing his "normal" lifestyle, kept him alive so long. He was/is a role model of faith, optimism, good humor, and tenacity. You will be missed, Alex! ❤️
@alexroberts8360 3 жыл бұрын
What I was gonna say as well in response to that topic. If he had just given up and retired after the diagnosis, he probably would've died much sooner. Staying on as host until the end gave him purpose.
@veronicamiller3868 3 жыл бұрын
Alex Trebek will be missed but he is not the guy who I would’ve had a crush on when I was younger when I was younger I had a crush on Shaun Cassidy it’s still kind of do but he will be missed he was the best host a Jeopardy and even when they replace him nobody can really take his place because he was the best cost on that show and he will be missed they should show some episodes on a regular basis so people will always play to remember him of course he will never be forgotten in peoples hearts though nobody can really take Alex Trebek’s placed in peoples hearts
@trishamel1828 3 жыл бұрын
My childhood died right along with you. R.I.P Alex, we will never forget what an amazing soul you were.
@HardRockMiner 3 жыл бұрын
I've never been more sad about the death of someone I didn't know personally.
@dnfl-7168 3 жыл бұрын
What bout Jesus
@swifttt 3 жыл бұрын
@@dnfl-7168 leave religion out of this tbh.
@dnfl-7168 3 жыл бұрын
@@swifttt they say that about life but 🤷♂️
@HardRockMiner 3 жыл бұрын
@@dnfl-7168 - Jesus is my "personal" Lord and Savior, sooo..
@JeepTJWheelin 3 жыл бұрын
@@dnfl-7168 Alex would certainly agree with you, he was a Christian 🕆
@JeepTJWheelin 3 жыл бұрын
Kudos to the contestant that said "We love you Alex! " as his answer. This really choked him up. My favorite moment on Jeopardy.
@sharongage2817 3 жыл бұрын
I was a latch key kid but not home alone because Alex Trebek “watched” and taught me for 30 mins every evening until my mother came in from work...RIP!
@patron40silver 3 жыл бұрын
The greatest gameshow host to ever live. Who is Alex Trebek? I miss you.
@pepstalynn 3 жыл бұрын
One of the Greats. Don't forget about Bob Barker and Pat Sajak.
@chaupin5 3 жыл бұрын
We ❤️ you Alex! Trebek was one of the Greatest Hosts of All-Time! We will miss you, Alex Trebek
@tinapiontkowski7205 3 жыл бұрын
I watched Jeopardy from when it started in 1984 and I can say this must when I heard about Alex Trebek's passing away I felt like someone in my own family was gone because I missed a show and I'm only 43 years old. So what I would like to say Mr. Trebek's family is thank you for sharing him with me.He was a grate help through out my school years
@EncouragementToGo7IME 3 жыл бұрын
There were subtle moments where one could sense he wasn't well. His voice, his body language, his eyes.
@alizastaygolden 3 жыл бұрын
I don’t really get effected by celebrity deaths but boy does this make me tear up everytime I think about it. Rest peacefully Alex 💙
@Dumbluck14 3 жыл бұрын
He fought the good fight. His Father called him home.RIP Alex.
@austinellois1455 3 жыл бұрын
🙏
@andrewhorry9417 3 жыл бұрын
Watching this segment just choked me up I literally grew up with this guy literally I watched him with my mother and when I grow up and had kids they watched it with me and replays at the dinner table almost everyday
@RK-xv1si 3 жыл бұрын
Rest In Peace Alex, There’s no pain In heaven!
@joegaragozzo1640 3 жыл бұрын
What a true warrior!!! This was a real man! Tough, strong, kind....you think alpha man? This is a new definition of Alpha! So much dignity.
@nghermit4922 3 жыл бұрын
I liked what he said some time ago, he just wanted to be remembered for being a nice guy. I would have loved to get to meet him, he did seem like a good guy.
@revinhatol 3 жыл бұрын
How could we ever forget him?
@JustaUser82nd 3 жыл бұрын
I watched Jeopardy since I was a kid with my great grandparents and my grandparents. I loved the show, every time I hear the the show coming on downstairs, I run so fast to watch it with my grandparents. Alex Trebek’s suit always changes and that made me dress nicely because that man inspired me to dress appropriately with professionalism. It won’t be the same without him around and not gonna lie, I cried when we lost such a wonderful soul and host. Rest Easy, Alex!
@bananarific2024 3 жыл бұрын
If you're going to leave this world what better way to leave it. He inspired hope, respect, honor, dedication, loyalty and most importantly love... a pretty good legacy to go out with... RIP Alex
@MsBeeFuerst 3 жыл бұрын
A truly humble and admirable man who never wanted the spotlight on himself. He will be missed and never, ever forgotten. Much love to his family.
@dbeard451 3 жыл бұрын
Alex seemed like that cool kid in high school that all the girls liked and the boys were jealous of....
@savoir777faire 3 жыл бұрын
He was to me the lovable kind nerd. The World was very lucky to have had Alex in it.
@cursuspublicus4302 3 жыл бұрын
wtf?
@rollandegelson5955 3 жыл бұрын
A true Canadian, determination love you
@helenpang3925 2 жыл бұрын
Alex Trebek will remain in our hearts forever ❤️❤️❤️❤️
@thelakeman5207 3 жыл бұрын
No one is going to be able to host Jeopardy now that Alex Trebek is gone and still have the success it had. Even tho it's my absolutely favorite show, maybe it's time to retire the game. It could never be anywhere close to what it was.
@trevortuominen8233 3 жыл бұрын
He wanted it to continue.
@shawncornell346 3 жыл бұрын
Loved Alex and Jeopardy. R I P Alex
@purezaegan9193 3 жыл бұрын
May God Bless your soul Alex Trebek.. You are unforgettable Human being♥️
@TheMcEwens419 3 жыл бұрын
Mr.Trebek was the reason I fell in love with learning. It has been very rough watching my idol pass.
@maryl5474 3 жыл бұрын
A true gentleman, he will be greatly missed. We love you Alex, sums it all up. RIP
@nhuthomas7797 3 жыл бұрын
Rest In Peace.. Alex ... We ll Always remember you ❤️..
@carmenpagan2655 2 жыл бұрын
I missed you Mr. Alex Trebek. You will be in my heart forever ♥ Rest in peace 🙏. Hope you are in a better place. 🕊💕💐🕯
@sharigraves6385 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Alex....now an Angel for kindness, wit, intellectual curiosity bravery & compassion 💙
@anthonyguarino4242 3 жыл бұрын
We’ll be watching those episodes.
@chaupin5 3 жыл бұрын
Obviously, have to watch those Episodes for Alex Trebek
@michellegreen438 3 жыл бұрын
Rest in Peace Alex you were my favorite game show host
@aberashsabure4113 3 жыл бұрын
Rest In Peace Alex
@thekingpug8281 3 жыл бұрын
Alex Trebek’s we lost 😞 hero 🦸🏻 always praying for his soul be in our hearts ♥️ praying for the family and friends the fans and crew it’s part of the family let in our open doors 🚪 🇨🇦🇺🇸 and the world 🌎 he love his show 📺
@justinwills8561 3 жыл бұрын
RIP Alex! You are and all ways will be loved. I appreciate all you did for me all your wisdom you shared I will always remember you. With love ❤️ !
@michelebarcalow1815 3 жыл бұрын
God bless him... We will miss him dearly.
@savingfelvkitties7424 3 жыл бұрын
Aww this makes me sad. What a good guy. And great show.
@taritabonita22 3 жыл бұрын
Love and bless you Alex Trebek R.I.P 🌹⭐️🙏💜😘
@vickischaffer9229 3 жыл бұрын
Prayers to all who worked with him
@robinkesinger869 3 жыл бұрын
Awwwwwwww......WE 💕 LOVE YOU ALEX !!
@gregtemple9517 3 жыл бұрын
Today, Friday 1/8/2021 is Alex Trebeks last episode on jeopardy. Its been a great run Alex, we love you!
@johnbaker5810 3 жыл бұрын
Thumbs down is disgusting the man was a really great guy and kept his head high during his struggle against Cancer rip 🙏
@lewismitchell7053 3 жыл бұрын
his calmness controlled the show.
@mst3kanita 3 жыл бұрын
aw, the jello comment almost made me cry at work.
@susanhouser3676 3 жыл бұрын
What a great man. He will surely be missed by so many. ❤️😢
@Survivor1547 3 жыл бұрын
We love you Alex we'll miss you RIP Alex.😞
@OnlyLoveCan38 3 жыл бұрын
I still can't get over his loss.
@ambermedellin6832 3 жыл бұрын
I was doing chores that day, but I had to tell my mom that he died. I said, " You'll never guess who died: Alex Trebek."
@tiffanybritish1003 3 жыл бұрын
He is a good man God bless
@aydantheyoutubeking 3 жыл бұрын
Rip Alex no words just thank you for everything Alex so long 😭
@bakuisimpartialtoemu 3 жыл бұрын
Rip I've watched him my whole live
@patriciakeith6164 3 жыл бұрын
He was a stand up man in his life time will be missed.
@kingrobbie1793 3 жыл бұрын
Canada will morn Alex for a longtime, hometown hero.
@vickywood4199 3 жыл бұрын
RIP Akex Trebeck! You will be missed!
@bcschneider53 2 жыл бұрын
5:42 I think Mike would have been remembered in a pretty good light if he had just given us a fair, transparent process. I don’t believe he had the final say, but it’s clear at this point that he desperately wanted to host and tried to do everything he could behind the scenes to make it happen. Makes it pretty much impossible to rewatch interviews like this and believe he was being 100% sincere…
@mollymkellaway12546 3 жыл бұрын
Rest In Peace, Alex Trebek!! God Bless and Thank You 🙏!! Ken Jennings will be a great guest co-host and so will all of the other guest cohosts!!
@chaupin5 3 жыл бұрын
Ken Jennings is likely gonna be named as Alex Trebek's successor as Host!
@worldwide4376 3 жыл бұрын
Arielle Kebbel should be a guest host of Jeopardy! as well
@juneberry1982 3 жыл бұрын
I think it should be Weird Al Yankovic! He's a very intelligent man, an entertainer, and can now redeem himself after he "lost on Jeopardy". 😊 I'm serious though, I really think he should be the new host. He'd be great at it! 💙👍👍👌👌
@worldwide4376 3 жыл бұрын
@@juneberry1982 won't happen
@chaupin5 3 жыл бұрын
Ken Jennings for Jeopardy Host! He's suited perfect for the role
@barbararobbins441 3 жыл бұрын
What a sweetheart ❤🤗
@Chino-Kafu 3 жыл бұрын
At least he died doing what he loved. I cant imagine any job working that way for me.
@TheSteve1126 3 жыл бұрын
I would be fine with Mike taking the reigns, has experience and obviously loves the show, loves Alex, and has a hosting background. I want someone with that passion and love for everything Jeopardy is rather than some random celeb or journalist.
@stevesciascia7623 3 жыл бұрын
Alex was an amazing human being.Not enough adjeti
@geofferypmeyers 3 жыл бұрын
I wonder if he had any inkling that this would be his last day of hosting jeopardy 🥺😞
@dougghiz8339 3 жыл бұрын
R.I.P. Alex Trebek
@SuperBajafresh 3 жыл бұрын
We will miss him down here in Baja California, de Mexico. We loved him.
@patriciakeith6164 3 жыл бұрын
He had stage four cancer and stayed in the day's of living strong as my sister who has Stage four cancer in her spine and rib's it is in her liver now spreading chemotherapy treatment had to stop now on pills twice a day she is also a trooper.Rest In Peace Mr.Trebex .To my sister Ann I love you and hope you get better because I don't want to lose you.
@randiekay4994 3 жыл бұрын
The end of an era...
@ambermedellin6832 3 жыл бұрын
That star was going out of Earth.
@billrosmus6734 3 жыл бұрын
I remember watching him on Reach for the Top in the Toronto version. lol He was so professional and cool throughout his career. And not over the top. Just very likeable, and missed.
@worldwide4376 3 жыл бұрын
When Ken Jennings becomes new host of Jeopardy!, Brooke Burns will become the new host of Family Feud auditon in Los Angeles.
@der22672 3 жыл бұрын
Adam Nugraha Didn't realize they were looking for a new host for FF? Did Steve Harvey quit? And Ken is not the new host of Jeopardy. He's their first interim guest host.
@worldwide4376 3 жыл бұрын
@@der22672 Yes, he did. I mean, his contract with Family Feud has been expired
@MsGetemboi 3 жыл бұрын
One Word: ICON ❤
@trainsntile 3 жыл бұрын
I watched this video & I'm crying AGAIN- Sixty two years old!!! Where's my tissue box??????????????
@OldSchoolG777 3 жыл бұрын
Man R.I.P. Alex from the bottom of my heart.Been watching him since I was in training pants.Life is hard 2020 was a rough year,my condolences to his family and dear friends.MAGA
@vickischaffer9229 3 жыл бұрын
He was an amazing man with principals
@lulamamie8524 3 жыл бұрын
BIG shoes to fill for anyone!
@ilovesudan 3 жыл бұрын
RIP
@veronicamiller3868 3 жыл бұрын
This is really super sad thing I never really watch Jeopardy but my parents to our past love Jeopardy and I had other friends and family who love Jeopardy so it is a sad thing that he had passed and I feel sorry for their family who lost him and his friends it was lost and his biggest fans I still like them I still know we had to have failed sorry that he had a pass on it’s good that they show old shows so you get to see them on now
@svetlanav607 Жыл бұрын
RIP Alex 💔
@debracencak469 3 жыл бұрын
God rest his soul, nice man
@zachhoran 3 жыл бұрын
Only three weeks of episodes have been taped since Alex died, as per posts on Jboard and the Jeopardy Reddit page. No word on whether anyone besides Ken will be hosting. They will presumably run from Jan 11-29. Jeopardy will return to taping on 1/11 unless COVID concerns in California shut it down longer.
@elvisdawson7404 3 жыл бұрын
One never forget Alex from back I true Canadian night shine on Alex Because jeopardy was a great show and went to United States civil merica words cancer grew worse it took his life but will never forget the rising star about eqstra back may he rest in peace Alex Trevethick will never forget him This man shined on national TV The man glisten does the last star to make his LA show possible for all Canadians to watch Was a true blessed man that really shined Blessing man night shine always glistened on national TV Alex we love you when we miss you God-bless you reste Z and have a great Rest now no more pain for Alex I'm sorry my computer would not let his last name go through how devastated I I am hurt now because I am Canadian I wanted to go on the show but I never will now Alex's gone RIP make him rested peace with God God-bless and good bye to good friend I . Miss Alex Trevethick Rest in peace
@lilsmokerboi204 3 жыл бұрын
Rip
@leea.decker5701 3 жыл бұрын
#RIPAlexTrebek
@SilenceSlayer223 3 жыл бұрын
Clue: Loves Jeopardy more than anyone and is the show's next host Answer: Who is Ken Jennings
@kimkochel6754 3 жыл бұрын
Levar Burton is my vote. Ken is on his new show,"The Chase" with Brad Rutter and James Holtzhauer.
@andrewliu6592 3 жыл бұрын
@@kimkochel6754 no they're just contestants, they don't actually host the show
@ambermedellin6832 3 жыл бұрын
@@andrewliu6592 Whom do you want, Drew Carey? Steve Harvey? Jonathan Mangum?
@andrewliu6592 3 жыл бұрын
@@ambermedellin6832 I meant that Ken Jennings, Brad Rutter, and James Holzhauer don't actually host the show "The Chase", they're just contestants on it
@miguelinaescoto6337 3 жыл бұрын
Que en paz Descanse Su Alma
@Amwhoiam207 3 жыл бұрын
Miss you Alex 😥💔
@TrangLe-kc6os 3 жыл бұрын
🙏🙏🙏
@andreweston2377 3 жыл бұрын
What is “ we ❤️ you Alex “ 🙏🏾
@angelagillett1033 3 жыл бұрын
He would have been a great president
@MzShanti973 3 жыл бұрын
So sad. Still can’t believe it. 😞
@lcangle7097 3 жыл бұрын
Rest in peace
@scrappyhustler7467 3 жыл бұрын
Everyone great hails from Canada I mean or so it seems to me God speed & love Mr tribek!
@dillondebruv8377 3 жыл бұрын
RIP Alex Trebek
@dominiqueechevarria1889 3 жыл бұрын
OH WELL ALEX You'll GO INTO THE MENTAL BANK ACCOUNT FOR KINDNESS ,DETERMINATION . Strength. I'LL ALWAYS 💘 YOU
@ricardovictorrodriguez4917 3 жыл бұрын
😔🙏💪
@lindakraus8431 Жыл бұрын
I just want to watch the last episode of Jeopardy that start Alex trebek where do I go
@douglaslambert3133 3 жыл бұрын
In Tuesday's match, the category "begins with 'O' and ends with 'Y' gave the correct response as "Ojibwe," which doesn't fit.
@znyznyzny 3 жыл бұрын
too late
@douglaslambert3133 3 жыл бұрын
@@znyznyzny ---So are YOU.
@christinegreenberg1145 3 жыл бұрын
they are NOT airing 2 days in a row now.... :(
@fullhousefrek 3 жыл бұрын
Thought they aired already?
@youseineko 3 жыл бұрын
They delayed them.
@fullhousefrek 3 жыл бұрын
@@youseineko oh ok
@nellamonroe1111 3 жыл бұрын
😞😭❤😇
@STO_1601 3 жыл бұрын
What will the returning champ Brayden Smith do without Alex if he's still the champ?
@southsider3542 3 жыл бұрын
He comes back for the next game. I mean, the show isn't ending. Whoever wins on Friday is still gonna be there on Monday when Ken steps in
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