Since 1964 the game show Jeopardy has been an American institution. Jeopardy has endured the test of time with 37 seasons and over 8000 episodes. A major part of its success has been stability. To illuminate, Jeopardy has had only two hosts in its history. Art Fleming and Alex Trebek are the two icons that did more than anyone to build the Jeopardy franchise. But the sad passing of Trebek to pancreatic cancer has left a massive void. Now the question is who will be the third Jeopardy host in history? LeVar Burton is the entertainment betting favorite.
Odds to Become Next Jeopardy Host
| Possible Host | Odds |
|---|---|
| LeVar Burton | +175 |
| Ken Jennings | +210 |
| Aaron Rodgers | +400 |
| Mike Richards | +1000 |
| Alex Faust | +1200 |
| Laura Coates | +1200 |
| Mayim Bialik | +1400 |
| Anderson Cooper | +1500 |
| Sanjay Gupta | +2000 |
| Savannah Guthrie | +2000 |
| Bill Whitaker | +2200 |
| Dr. Oz | +10000 |
The Institution
For decades at bars, airports, salons, and millions of homes, Jeopardy has been a staple. It is the most popular TV game show of all time. In particular, Trebek forged his own personal dynasty. He was the host from 1984 through 2020. It is forgotten that Jeopardy was off the air for a few years until its 1984 revival. Trebek was the reason why it launched a major comeback. Subsequently the native Canadian turned the franchise into sports betting powerhouse.
Trebek’s passing leaves a massive challenge to whoever replaces him. Certainly, the new host will suffer by comparison, whether it is fair or not. But there is no shortage of candidates wanting the gig. In fact, there are a host of top favorites to become the new host of jeopardy.
LeVar Burton +175
Famed actor LeVar Burton is the current Entertainment wagering odds favorite to become Jeopardy host. Burton, age 64, has been a star in numerous dramatic film and television roles. Of course, he is known for hosting the PBS kids educational series Reading Rainbow from 1983 through 2006. Burton earned 12 Daytime Emmy Awards for his work on that program. Additionally, to host duties, Burton was the executive producer of the program. With his experience as a director, actor, and long-time show host Burton brings a compelling resume.
Ken Jennings +210
Fashion the wild card aspect of Ken Jennings’s candidacy to become Jeopardy host. Jennings can boast he knows both ends of the game as the highest-earning game show contestant of ever. Jennings won 74 consecutive Jeopardy games and won over $4.5 million in the process. It was the longest winning streak in Jeopardy history. Following Trebek’s passing, Jennings was the first-ever guest host.
Aaron Rodgers +400
Yes, it is THAT Aaron Rodgers, quarterback of the Green Bay Packers. It is true that Rodgers is under contract with the Pack. But the mercurial Rodgers hates the front office so much he may take his ball and go home to California. Rodgers has the name recognition, star power, and brains to make for a credible host.
Mike Richards +1000
Standup comedian Mike Richards was a Jeopardy fan since age ten and has game show experience. On the whole, Richards has a lot of fan support and is already the executive producer of the show.
Alex Faust +1200
Alex Faust shares an important trait with Alex Trebek. Hockey was a passion of Trebek and he would appreciate that Faust is the TV play-by-play announcer of the Los Angeles Kings.