Grab your tissues for this one. The beloved host of ‘Jeopardy!’, Alex Trebek, passed away on November 9, after bravely battling stage 4 pancreatic cancer for a year and a half. This week marked the airing of his final episodes as host, accompanied by a heartfelt tribute from the show’s producers.
On Friday evening, ‘Jeopardy!’ shared a touching video tribute to Trebek, who dedicated 37 seasons to the iconic quiz show. These episodes were filmed in October, and starting next week, ‘Jeopardy!’ will enter a new chapter without Trebek at the helm. “Simply the best,” the show tweeted alongside a 90-second montage celebrating Trebek’s memorable moments, stating, “Thank you, Alex.”
Set to Hugh Jackman’s rendition of the Peter Allen song “Once Before I Go,” the tribute offers a nostalgic glimpse into Trebek’s time on the show. It features joyful moments, including dancing, costumes, and his unmistakable mustache one last time. One memorable clip shows Trebek joking with a young contestant, saying, “You really make me feel inadequate,” to which she replies, “Sorry about that.”
The video also showcases Trebek’s playful antics, like walking around the set without pants, arm wrestling, and using a bullhorn. A particularly humorous moment appears when he quips, “I don’t dance,” while clips of him dancing play in the background. The bittersweet laughter resonates as Jackman sings poignant lyrics about farewells, reminding viewers of the legend that has been lost.
Next week, ‘Jeopardy!’ will continue with a series of interim hosts, beginning with Ken Jennings, a former champion. Despite the challenge of following in Trebek’s footsteps, they shared a delightful rapport during Jennings’ appearances on the show.
The final episodes commenced on Monday, with Trebek encouraging viewers to support those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. “We’re trying to build a gentler, kinder society,” he stated, urging everyone to contribute. His last episode aired on Friday, and it was particularly heartbreaking as Trebek signed off with, “See you again next week,” unaware it would be his final farewell.
Trebek first revealed his cancer diagnosis in March 2019, stating, “Just like 50,000 other people in the United States each year, I was diagnosed with Stage IV pancreatic cancer. Normally, the prognosis for this is not very encouraging, but I’m going to fight this.” He expressed hope that, with the support of friends, family, and viewers’ prayers, he could defy the grim survival statistics.
His presence will be felt forever.
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Summary:
Alex Trebek’s final episodes of ‘Jeopardy!’ aired this week, featuring a heartfelt tribute that celebrated his 37 seasons as host. The show shared a touching video montage highlighting Trebek’s playful moments, all set to a poignant song by Hugh Jackman. Trebek encouraged kindness and support for those in need during his last episodes, leaving behind a legacy that will never be forgotten.