ABC announced on May 17 that “Celebrity Jeopardy!” would be returning in the fall of 2022. The wording of the announcement caused both reporters and viewers to question the hosting status of the fan-favorite spinoff, as Mayim Bialik had previously been slated to host the show’s specials. “A host will be announced at a later date,” the announcement from ABC said, per Variety. Craig Erwich, an executive at the network, was asked if the omission of a host had any significance. “It’s really just about the details of the announcement,” Erwich told Variety. “I wouldn’t read anything into it,” he added. The ABC executive clarified that Bialik had not been ruled out as a potential “Celebrity Jeopardy!” host.
The non-committal announcement caused fans to speculate about Bialik’s status. “Looking forward to celebrity jeopardy!! I wonder if mayim is doing double duty between this & the regular shows,” one viewer wondered. While others were quick to name other celebrities as potential hosts. “@Jeopardy knows what it should do, go get @levarburton now!” a fan suggested. “If Mayim is too busy, may I suggest @aishatyler as host for Celebrity Jeopardy?” another wrote.
One Jennings fan took the “Celebrity Jeopardy!” announcement as a good omen. “Could this mean that Ken will be the permanent host of Jeopardy?!? Please let this happen!” they tweeted. Meanwhile, in March, Bialik made it clear that she “would love” the opportunity to become the game show’s full-time host, per Entertainment Tonight.
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