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11 Aug, 4 tweets, 3 min read
Mike Richards has been confirmed as the permanent host of #Jeopardy, taking the reins after a months-long process of on-air auditions to replace the legendary Alex Trebek. variety.com/2021/tv/news/m…
The decision to tap the executive producer as the permanent host has sparked conversations about whether there was a true competition among the more than 15 personalities who have served as guest hosts over the past eight months. variety.com/2021/tv/news/m…
Richards has faced criticism for his involvement in past employment discrimination lawsuits involving women who worked for “The Price Is Right” during his tenure. variety.com/2021/tv/news/m…
Mayim Bialik has also been tapped to host a series of ABC primetime specials for the syndicated quiz show. Bialik was among the standouts of the hosts who took on two-week stints as guest host since January after the final Trebek-hosted shows aired. variety.com/2021/tv/news/m…

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