Ken Jennings is doing a great job.He is a gentleman,who respects the game.If you have Couric,Guthrie,Cooper ,Oz as guest .My husband and I will definitely block Jeopardy off our list for good.Guthrie and Couric are the worst.These two women never know when to shut their mouth.I can already hear them giving their reprogramming comments.Katie is a very bad choice.We're out forever,if they even get to be guest host.No Thanks
Robert - 5 years ago
Keep Ken. He's done a tremendous job. He brings the same professionalism and knowledge that Alex brought every episode. Bringing in the others would be a mistake.
judy - 5 years ago
Ken Jennings is no stranger to the workings of this much beloved show. Please do not bring a political or entertainment celebrity as a permanent host. That is not what this show represents. Alex Trebek wanted the attention to be on the contestants not him. Let the tradition continue!
Maureen - 5 years ago
Ken Jennings is wonderful. He has all the credentials. Better than I ever thought he would be. Love listening and watching. Alex would be proud.
Shirley Lambert - 5 years ago
Our family watched this show as often as we could. We would make a night of it. My kids and I still watch it whenever we can. We all agree: Ken Jennings is fantastic. He really does a great job. I don't know how they picked the follow-on guest judges (I mean, really, a football quarterback and a tv sitcom actress?) but they should stick to presentable, intelligent, articulate people like Alex. Ken comes across that way and makes one feel "comfortable" after being used to Alex for all these years.
Oliver Buntin - 5 years ago
Love Ken. He is great. Please keep him...
Judy Van Curen - 5 years ago
Keep Ken Jennings on. He has done a great job. The day you put the disgusting liberal Anderson Cooper on, is the day I stop watching Jeopardy. I’ve watch for years you will lose a ton of people if you put any of the other people mentioned above.
Patty D. - 5 years ago
Ken has done so fantastic it will be miserable to have other hosts, not interested in watching until Ken is back, I hope your ratings tank!
Mary Gable - 5 years ago
Jennings is GREAT! I seriously doubt that anyone else can top him. I was skeptical at first - I thought he might be too dry or drab, but he's animated, smiles all the time, clear and precise in his delivery....he's great. I hope they keep him as the permanent host.
Shea - 5 years ago
I’ve watched some episodes with Ken Jennings. He may have made the most money on the show as a contestant but I do not like his voice for the job. Time for him to move on.
betty sewell - 5 years ago
Keep Ken he is doing a wonderful job !! I will not watch Anderson or Katie Why mess up a great game show with celebrity host?
Patti morese - 5 years ago
THERE IS NO ONE BETTER SUITED FOR THIS JOB THAN KEN JENNINGS. HE IS DOING A WONDERFUL JOB ! ALEX WOULD BE SO PROUD !!
I REALLY HOPE THAT HES THE ONE. I HAVE A FEELING THAT THE SHOWS RATINGS MIGHT DROP IF ANYONE ELSE FILLS THE SPOT....
Dottie Gillwald - 5 years ago
Don't make a lot of people lose interest in my most favorite show by wasting time with all other guest hosts, when you have Ken showing that he will be a great host, who knows he will never be Alec but is himself knowledgeable and loves the show. Listen to all of us who love this show for a looooong time.
Lori N. - 5 years ago
I didn’t think I could handle watching anyone else host the show after Alex Trebek-but although I resisted the thought of anyone taking his place (no one ever will) Ken Jennings is doing a fantastic job. I can say without reserve that I feel comfortable with him at the helm. He’s funny and charming, but he also knows his place and is respectful of the fact that Alex will always be there on stage with him, and ken allows for that.
When he thanks Alex at the end of the show, I get tears in my eyes every time!
Please don’t take him away from us- we just got used to him-don’t make us go through another loss!
Ellen - 5 years ago
My husband and I think Ken is doing an awesome job!!!! He sure seems to have just naturally taken over! He is kind and very knowledgeable, very personable with the guests!! Please keep him!!!!! He has been very easy to adjust to with the tremendous loss of Alex, whom we loved????
Iris KAGAN - 5 years ago
Ken Jennings has done an excellent job as guest . host . Since he has been on the show as a contestant for such a long time, he certainly was very much aware of how to host. So I am hoping he will take over the Host
Lonnie Seery - 5 years ago
Yes I believe ken should remain as host does a great job just cannot see any on but ken filling Alex's shoes way to go ken great job
Phil - 5 years ago
When Ken is done I am done. I am afraid you are going to turn this show into a show about celebraties. I agree with most, keep Ken.
Mary McCarver - 5 years ago
Keep Ken. Will not watch with Katie,Aaron,Anderson
Ken knew Alex Trebek better than anyone. Don't let
the others destroy this great game show. He is doing a great job. Getting better every day.
James Roberson - 5 years ago
Ken is the right person for replacing Alex. No other person has the personality or knowledge that Ken has. I will not watch when Katie Couric and some others come on. Katie has said she is the person and I disagree completely. Ken will keep Jeopardy in top ratings.
Jonica Crauswell - 5 years ago
Please keep Ken Jennings as the new Jeopardy host! He is doing a great job. He has put his heart into it just like Alex Trebek did. He knows the game and has done well at putting the contestants first, as Alex wanted them to be. He isn't acting or being superior toward them like some may do. He signed on as one of the producers to further his knowledge and love of the game. What better way to be groomed for the position than by the man that has shown us for so many years just how to play the game.
Kim Ward - 5 years ago
Just to add to my comment a few minutes ago; I WILL NOT BE WATCHING JEOPARDY IF ANDERSON COOPER IS EVER A HOST. I’ve been watching since 1984, and hope to continue.
KEEP KEN JENNINGS, he is doing a great job following in Alex’s footsteps!
Sara Wallace - 5 years ago
He's a natural, so sincere, so smart, so respectful of the contestants!
Lisa Burch - 5 years ago
Keep Ken Jenings and Cancel everyone else. Jennings was the right amount of humor and intelligence. You will loose a viewer when those Drs, Savannah Gurherie, Anderson Cooper and Katie Couric host.
John G - 5 years ago
Definitely will not watch Jeopardy if Katie Couric gets the job. I think viewers should boycott Jeopardy if guest hosts again so ABC execs can see what will happen. Jeopardy is a great show and has been for so many years. It is great family time In our home. Please pick a great host like Mr. Jennings.
Linda Brandon - 5 years ago
Will NOT watch when Katie Couric is guest host. Too controversial!!!!
Sarah DeRose - 5 years ago
I will not watch Jeopardy any longer if Ken Jennings isn’t the permanent host! He’s doing a very good job. I’ve actually started watching every night since Ken Jennings best hosting. I say yes let’s keep Ken!!
Kim Ward - 5 years ago
I think Ken Jennings is doing an outstanding job as host of Jeopardy! As Ken himself said, no one can replace Alex Trebek, but Ken is doing a pretty damn great job. Would love to see him as permanent host!
Alex would be very proud of him!
Gabrielle Gleason - 5 years ago
Yes!! It has to be Ken Jennings, he is so intelligent and he had a special place in Alex’s heart . He is getting stronger as the weeks go by and I enjoy watching Jeopardy with Ken as host.
Lynne Throop - 5 years ago
NO, Ken Jennings is NOT a host by far. They need someone with CLASS!!!!
Ken Jennings due to fault of his own, but his looks and voice distract any and everything he says.
I have only watched two episodes since Jennings took over, and I have talked with others, but their is just SOMETHING he does not have.
Sorry, but you asked.
Jim - 5 years ago
I think he did good but I believe Brooke Burns would be the best choice
Kittyboo - 5 years ago
Ken Jennings is logical person to host the show. I think he’s starting to grow into the role.
I will not be watching when individuals associated with a very strong political persuasion will be hosting.
Sharon Marie Pawl - 5 years ago
So producers read the comments and keep Ken Jennings , like the others I will not watch until he is made the official host ,if Katie Couric or Anderson Cooper ever host ,I may be done with jeapordy for good !!
Kathleen F Coleman - 5 years ago
Absolutely YES! I have watch Jeopardy! forever and I was prepared not to like Ken Jennings as the next permanent-Jeopardy! host. But after watching all of his shows and all of his tournament wins, I have done a complete "180°. No one can or ever replace Mr. Alex Trebek, that's a fact. I'm familiar with some of the next guest hosts comming up and like the ones I know, but I don't believe many of them can make the contestants the "STARS" of the show as Alex Trebek did and Ken has done. His pace is terrific, with his knowledge, Ken is able to add some addition info on the subject matter after the correct question is answered correctly, he has a great sense of humor, AND he can pronounce all of the "foregin" vocabulary like Mr. Trebek always did. (I think the reasons I was negative at first, I watched Mr. Jennings on the new show "Chase," and first of all, I did not like the show, it was too long, and when Ken gave any type of input, it did not sound like Ken, it sounded to me like he was reading or speaking some one else's words that were giving to him (and I'm aware I could be incorrect) Ken just wasn't his "natural" self, if you know what I mean. (Perhaps this new show didn't want Ken's "natural"
Jeopardy's self.) IN MY OPINION I WOULD SIGN KEN JENNINGS TODAY !!!!
Thanks for reading my thoughts.
K Keating - 5 years ago
I refuse to watch Katie Couric and Anderson Cooper.....both of them are JOKES!!
KEN JENNINGS is the best man for the job.
Lydia I Dixon - 5 years ago
Ken is a perfect host to replace the great Alex Trebek!
He smart, respectful and understands the importance of replacing Alex.
You can have alternate hosts once and awhile to give Ken vacation time instead of reruns.
Joshua Crabtree - 5 years ago
Keep Ken please I think he's doing a great job . Very knowledgeable n smart n knows how the game is played . Good job my friend, keep up good work. The others don't fit the show in my opinion.
Carol - 5 years ago
Would like to see Brooke Burns host also.
Kathy - 5 years ago
Ken's doing an okay job, but I wish he would stop commenting & adding info to every contestant's answers! It takes up time and it seems contestants aren't finishing the rounds all the time as a result, and it makes him come off as a "know it all" -- something Alex NEVER did. Also, is he involved in creating the categories/answers? I'm noticing contestants don't know a LOT more of them than ever before. Alex was always great at making sure the clues, while often difficult, weren't obscure things (like many seem to be now). I agree with previous comments that future "hosts" should not be political or controversial figures. But, I'm not sure Ken is right for the job permanently.
Nyla - 5 years ago
I think Ken Jennings has done a great job and would continue to do so. I am sure it was not easy to step into Alex shoes but he has put all the class and grace that Alex had. Keep him!
Sharon Marie Pawl - 5 years ago
I will only watch when Ken Jennings is hosting, maybe when dr oz guest hosts,but for sure wont watch when Katie Couric or Anderson cooper are hosting. Katie Couric is a joke !
Carol Reed - 5 years ago
I agree with everyone's comments.. Ken Jennings is the perfect replacement. Hope they offer him a permanent job after all the guest hosts are finished.
Dottie Branson - 5 years ago
Ken Will make a wonderful replacement......
I appreciate the respect he shows for the new replacement—- although that’s really impossible !!
Iris V. Williams - 5 years ago
Ken is doing a fabulous job on Jeopardy! He has great interaction with the contestants and is a very positive person. His voice diction is great and what a perfect choice to fill Alex Trebek's place. He is grateful and polite. A man of integrity, he is! The other hosts have hard shoes to fill.
Cindy Morrill - 5 years ago
Ken Jennings has been doing a great job. Katie Couric should not even guest host since she thinks 74 million people need to be reprogrammed. We are all at a loss with Alex Trebek gone but Ken should be the ONLY one to replace him. All these celebrities do not belong in place of Alex.....THEY HAVEN'T A CLUE about the humanity and grace that Alex had.
Mark - 5 years ago
It has been a seamless transition.ken is very humble and honest about his adoration for Alex.
Ted Michon - 5 years ago
Ken Jennings has been a great fit. He does the job with warmth, sincerity, and skill. And I can only assume that he will grow better with time.
Mary - 5 years ago
I miss Alex so much and it helps having Ken on in his place. Alex spent a lot of time with Ken and I think his way has transferred to Ken. I also feel you are going overboard with your other guest host that are lined up to follow Ken. That is ok, it will let me check out all the other shows on at the same time.
LYA - 5 years ago
Long before Alex made his illness public I thought Ken Jennings would be THE replacement.
S salinas - 5 years ago
I love ken Jennings. I think he’s perfect for the job. He is very knowledgeable and he’s really doing a good job. Whose idea was it to have so many guest hosts. It’s not necessary and the show needs consistency like Alex provided.
Candace Cupples - 5 years ago
We will not watch when either Katie Couric or Anderson Cooper host. Keep Ken!
Larry - 5 years ago
Ken Jennings has done a very good job. If the network brings in who they said they were going to, consider this loyal watcher flipping the channel to watch something else. Who made this decision? Whoever made it needs to be replaced!!!
Sandy Vanperson - 5 years ago
No! I don't think he should host. He's trying too hard to be something he's not! Alex is dead; I think they SHOULD GET A WOMEN TO HOST. Something totally different, a total spin on the norm.
I don't like some of the things he says TRYING to be funny. HE SUCK'S!!!
THE WOMEN WHO WOULD BE ABLE TO GET THE JOB DONE I THINK IS SHERYL UNDERWOOD! OR LARRY THE CABLE GUY.
Jane WILLIAMS - 5 years ago
Ken is fabulous. We will not watch katy couric, anderson cooper, any sports player. Ken makes you feel like he is representing alex with the same class, timing and sense of humour, plus, he is so clever. Cant say any of those other choices should even be considered, if they are we wont watch and have been watching for twenty years. KEEP KEN JENNINGS!,,,
Nancy - 5 years ago
Ken Jennings has been doing a wonderful job hosting Jeopardy!
Judy - 5 years ago
Like most who are commenting we watched religiously, even when we traveled. Alex left enormous shoes to fill. Ken is doing an admirable job and probably has the biggest hurdle being on as the first guest host after we said goodbye to Alex. We just feel something is missing. It could be Ken needs more time, it could be he’s still nervous. I’m eager to see/hear other guest hosts but honestly looking at the lineup, I’m thinking they will fall short certainly of Alex and most probably of Ken ... and the answer is?????
J.Ratigan - 5 years ago
When Katie Couric and Andersen Cooper and any other people who have made political statements showing their disdain for conservative America are guest hosting, we will not be watching. Jeopardy will be cancelled in our minds and hearts.
Sandy - 5 years ago
Ken Jennings is doing an awesome job! Really enjoy his humor and humility as a host. Some of the other guest hosts lined up are very controversial and will not have the audience Ken Jennings has. Would really enjoy him as the permanent Jeopardy host!
Thelma Louise Lynn - 5 years ago
I have been watching Jeopardy from its beginning a lot of years ago. Alex & Jeopardy just belonged together. I feel blessed to have Alex & Jeopardy come into my life for all those years. The thought of Jeopardy without Alex was something hard to imagine and I personally believe that Alex will be impossible to totally replace but he would want us to open our hearts to a replacement that will keep the Jeopardy he loved alive in our lives. I was amazed at how Ken just seemed to be an extension of Alex. He did a wonderful job and I believe he was so involved with the show and Alex that he did an amazing job. He helps a lot that he has the intelligence and knowledge of the show he breezes through the questions. He will be a hard act of anyone else to follow but the way they are doing the show with charities and celebrities will help make the transition to a new permanent host.
Sandy Cohen - 5 years ago
I believe Ken Jennings should absolutely be the permanent host of Jeopardy. He has done a flawless job of hosting following Alex’s death. He is a brilliant man and his pronunciation and diction are exemplary. I can’t believe any of the future guest hosts will prove to better suited for the job
Antonette Zaleski - 5 years ago
I have enjoyed Ken Jennings. The longer he has been on he seems to have settled in and is very comfortable in the position and is doing a fabulous job. I look forward to watching the show everyday
Steve H. - 5 years ago
Please don't waste time and make the show suffer by having some of the others host. No way they can do as well as Ken. Hopefully some of them will read the many posts and withdrawal their desire to host, the show will only suffer for the sake of their egos.
Anna - 5 years ago
Ken Jennings has done a great job , I already tuned in to watch jeopardy eepecting to see him as host of the show , I don’t understand why u need these guest host , some of which I don’t like , u will loose a big audience by doing this , let Jennings be the regular host and that’s it !
Bernie - 5 years ago
My wife and I think that Ken is a seamless transition.
Please no silly couric or the other or political celebrities.
Mark A. Martin - 5 years ago
Ken Jennings has very much surprised me in a very good way. His demeanor is great has a wonderful personality
and unlike Alex, knows and understands the game from the contestants point of view. This is rare. I think Ken is the most logical choice and the one Alex Trebek would have chosen.
Christine Kintzele - 5 years ago
Absolutely! Awesome host after only 2 weeks. Hated but now love him! Anderson Cooper and he is absolutely horrendous andI will never ever change my mind!!! Way to biased and political to the radical left!! No politics on jeopardy!! He is a biased ASS and his opinions are worthless!! This is what made me HATE him deeply! Absolutely will never watch him!! How did he ever get in the running anyway??! Who the hell cares that he is a Vanderbilt. So upset about this but then I will never see his self!
Toni Smith - 5 years ago
Ken has done a great job. He should be the permanent host!
Dallas Hogan - 5 years ago
Katie Couric shouldn't even be considered, she doesn't have sny expertise. Ken Jennings has done a good job and seems to posses the intellect to continue in the job, where I dont see thst in any of the other guest hosts
Howard Loveland - 5 years ago
I think you will lose a lot of your audience by bringing in some of these political commentators, including me. Ken Jennings has done an excellent job. Actually I didn’t think he was the one for the job but he’s far exceeded any hesitation I had regarding him. Please don’t waste your time and money on these other host. I will definitely not be watching them.
Joanne - 5 years ago
Ken's voice is irritating & his manner is not warm. There's something about his demeanor that is distracting. Yes, Alex was an icon & a most difficult act to follow. But my 25year obsession with Jeopardy is waning & that saddens me. It isn't about celebrities but finding just the right person for the job,. It's not Ken Jennings.
Ellen - 5 years ago
I agree with everyone that has voted for keeping Ken as the full time host! He has done a traffic job and I’ve really enjoyed watching him. I won’t be watching when several of your other choices are filling in while you are making a final decision. If it ain’t broke, please don’t fix it! Keep Ken in place! You need not look any further. Alex would totally agree!
J lea - 5 years ago
Ken Jennings is the right one to host!
He has a real love for Jeopardy and his knowledge and professional approach will ensure the integrity of the game.
He is gifted with an ability to warmly interact with the contestants that cheers them on.
He can think on his feet and reacts with good humor when appropriate
He already seems like he belongs!!
John Wayland McCombs - 5 years ago
Ken is smart and personable. Alex was excellent at hosting and although not a brainiack always came. across as smart. No talking heads, jocks , phony doctors, left-wing liberals or Hollywood-types need apply!! Your list of future phonies will get me as a NON_VIEWER!!
Doug Bebee - 5 years ago
Ken is finding his way in a nearly impossible scenario trying to follow Alex who had 35 years to hone his craft. Jennings can do the same and it's very premature to assume he is not the right guy. His genuine love and respect for the show gives his presence an authentic appeal.
Michael Maracle - 5 years ago
Look Ken's voice .. I just cannot get by that scratchy tone.
His little ad-libs are mostly out of place.
We need someone with a crisp tone. Mr. Jennings astute man.
He is not a people person. He never was and you could tell that as soon as he opened his mouth.
I stopped watching Jeopardy . But like a lot of people I feel the need get my fix. So I watch it with the sound off .
Looking forward to turning the sound back on.
Deb W - 5 years ago
Our family thinks Ken has done a great job hosting Jeopardy and would like to continue to see him do so. We will keep an open mind and watch other guest hosts, although we do not like having to go through so many different people. We feel Ken does a great job and are comfortable with his abilities and would like to see Jeopardy stabilize and continue with him as a permanent host. Alex was a permanent guest at our dinner table each night and we have been equally comfortable with Ken.
Chris Christy - 5 years ago
Ken has done a fantastic job replacing Alex. As the shows continued he has admirably improved. I say it is a waste of time to use other hosts as Ken is the perfect replacement. In addition he is very knowledgeable and cAn add to answers when it is needed.
Susan Story - 5 years ago
I am in my 70"s and have watched "Jeopardy" for as long as I can remember---until now. Jennings is cold, pompous, and does not relate well to the contestants, has a limited vocabulary and knowledge when responding to contestants' answers. Unbearable! Have not watched the show since Jennings' first appearance as guest host. With few quality shows on cable TV, I will miss this show.
Goophee - 5 years ago
Will not watch if Carol Schwenck or Ashley Oliver are watching. Nothing says "American" like boycotting a TV gameshow over some perceived political issue.
GIVE ME "MORONS" for $2000.
Anni - 5 years ago
Ken should get permanent
Elizabeth - 5 years ago
Add me to the list that says keep Ken! He is doing a great job. We will NOT watch Katie Couric, Anderson Cooper, or any of the other guest hosts after Richards finishes his guest hosting.
Susan Story - 5 years ago
I am in my 70"s and have watched "Jeopardy" for as long as I can remember---until now. Jennings is cold, pompous, and does not relate well to the contestants, has a limited vocabulary and knowledge when responding to contestants' answers. Unbearable! Have not watched the show since Jennings' first appearance as guest host. With few quality shows on cable TV, I will miss this show.
Dan - 5 years ago
A " no- brainer" Ken's 'da man' !!!
Goophee - 5 years ago
Will watch "Jeopardy" with most any quizmaster, as I enjoy the game, not the contestants or emcee or announcer. Loved it with Alex. Have enjoyed Mr. Jennings. Adored the original Art Fleming. Doubt some stooge viewers' political bias against proposed emcee will endanger the show's popularity. If they wish to boycott, they can go to "Wheel of Fortune" or catch Alex in "Classic Concentration" reruns.
Robin Davis - 5 years ago
Won't watch jeopardy with all the other guest hosts. Ken is the best.
Paula - 5 years ago
Why throw us all off (again) trying out other hosts? Ken is the perfect choice. He's a natural and is doing a fantastic job. He loves the game, he has an established and legitimate connection with the show, plus he's well liked and respected by the fans.
I've been watching since Jeopardy began and my 20 year old has been watching her entire life. We both agree Ken is the obvious choice! We think Alex would approve too.
PS Love the "Thank you Alex" from Ken and the graphic at the end of each episode. I hope it continues as long as the show does.
Ashley Oliver - 5 years ago
Ken has done a great job, and true to a real intellect, gets better by the day, he knows how to make use of experience.
For the first time ever I WILL NOT tune in or record the show while the anti-American Ms. Couric is guest hosting. What a farce!
The others might be interesting to see but we will all just be waiting for Ken's return.
Carol Schwenck - 5 years ago
I will not watch Jeopardy the weeks that Anderson Cooper and Katie C. will host.
DONNA Moore - 5 years ago
I think that’s who Alex would want Ken Jennings to take his place. As far as the others you named to take over we will not watch. Please keep Ken Jennings.
Kay - 5 years ago
No. We need someone with warmth and charm, as well as knowledge. None of the upcoming guest hosts will fill the bill, in my opinion.
Janet - 5 years ago
I didn't always care for Ken as a contestant & wasn't expecting to like him as host, but I'm really surprised & pleased that he's doing a great job. He's a natural, maybe because he was a contestant and knew Alex so well.
Lorraine Bentley - 5 years ago
I feel strongly that Ken Jennings should be the permanent host for Jeopardy. He has done a tremendous job so far and I'm sure that will continue. It is obvious that he is comfortable doing this.
deedee - 5 years ago
If it ain't broken, don't fix it. Ken is doing an amazing job filling Alex's big shoes, with humility and humor.
His hosting provides continuity to irreplacable Trebek, whom no one can replace. We love you Ken Jennings, we want you to stay!
Larry Sherman - 5 years ago
No need to look any further. You know when you've got the right person, and Ken Jennings just happened to be the first one. I don't think having other hosts will increase the popularity of Jeapardy, so I suggest you stop "interviewing" other hosts and go with Ken.
D.James - 5 years ago
He had done a great job, it feels right for him to be the host.
I am not interested in anyone els hosting.
Josie - 5 years ago
Ken is doing a great job! We don't need a celebrity parade of guest hosts. This is about honoring the game, and no one can do that as well as Ken.
BarbaraV - 5 years ago
Ken Jennings has done a fantastic job of hosting Jeopardy. I truly hope Jeopardy selects him as the permanent host. I will NOT WATCH when Katie Couric, Savannah Guthrie and Anderson Cooper host and very sad and disappointed Jeopardy has selected such an arrogant group to host the game to which Alex Trebek brought such class and respect.
bob - 5 years ago
I really like Ken as host,he's doing g a great job.No need for anymore guest host he's nailing it as the host.
BARB - 5 years ago
KEEP KEN. I THINK HE IS AS GOOD AS IT WILL GET. HE HAS THE PERFECT PERSONALITY AND ALSO HAS SUCH A WAY WITH THE CONTESTANTS THAT WE SHOULD TAKE WHAT IS AS CLOSE TO ALEX AS IT WILL GET.
Carole Bodger - 5 years ago
AND THE ANSWER IS: He’s smart enough, professional enough, warm enough, quick enough, witty enough and yet humble enough to know that no one can fill Alex’s shoes but has won our hearts by so wonderfully paying him honor?
WHO IS KEN JENNINGS!
Ken Jennings is doing a great job.He is a gentleman,who respects the game.If you have Couric,Guthrie,Cooper ,Oz as guest .My husband and I will definitely block Jeopardy off our list for good.Guthrie and Couric are the worst.These two women never know when to shut their mouth.I can already hear them giving their reprogramming comments.Katie is a very bad choice.We're out forever,if they even get to be guest host.No Thanks
Keep Ken. He's done a tremendous job. He brings the same professionalism and knowledge that Alex brought every episode. Bringing in the others would be a mistake.
Ken Jennings is no stranger to the workings of this much beloved show. Please do not bring a political or entertainment celebrity as a permanent host. That is not what this show represents. Alex Trebek wanted the attention to be on the contestants not him. Let the tradition continue!
Ken Jennings is wonderful. He has all the credentials. Better than I ever thought he would be. Love listening and watching. Alex would be proud.
Our family watched this show as often as we could. We would make a night of it. My kids and I still watch it whenever we can. We all agree: Ken Jennings is fantastic. He really does a great job. I don't know how they picked the follow-on guest judges (I mean, really, a football quarterback and a tv sitcom actress?) but they should stick to presentable, intelligent, articulate people like Alex. Ken comes across that way and makes one feel "comfortable" after being used to Alex for all these years.
Love Ken. He is great. Please keep him...
Keep Ken Jennings on. He has done a great job. The day you put the disgusting liberal Anderson Cooper on, is the day I stop watching Jeopardy. I’ve watch for years you will lose a ton of people if you put any of the other people mentioned above.
Ken has done so fantastic it will be miserable to have other hosts, not interested in watching until Ken is back, I hope your ratings tank!
Jennings is GREAT! I seriously doubt that anyone else can top him. I was skeptical at first - I thought he might be too dry or drab, but he's animated, smiles all the time, clear and precise in his delivery....he's great. I hope they keep him as the permanent host.
I’ve watched some episodes with Ken Jennings. He may have made the most money on the show as a contestant but I do not like his voice for the job. Time for him to move on.
Keep Ken he is doing a wonderful job !! I will not watch Anderson or Katie Why mess up a great game show with celebrity host?
THERE IS NO ONE BETTER SUITED FOR THIS JOB THAN KEN JENNINGS. HE IS DOING A WONDERFUL JOB ! ALEX WOULD BE SO PROUD !!
I REALLY HOPE THAT HES THE ONE. I HAVE A FEELING THAT THE SHOWS RATINGS MIGHT DROP IF ANYONE ELSE FILLS THE SPOT....
Don't make a lot of people lose interest in my most favorite show by wasting time with all other guest hosts, when you have Ken showing that he will be a great host, who knows he will never be Alec but is himself knowledgeable and loves the show. Listen to all of us who love this show for a looooong time.
I didn’t think I could handle watching anyone else host the show after Alex Trebek-but although I resisted the thought of anyone taking his place (no one ever will) Ken Jennings is doing a fantastic job. I can say without reserve that I feel comfortable with him at the helm. He’s funny and charming, but he also knows his place and is respectful of the fact that Alex will always be there on stage with him, and ken allows for that.
When he thanks Alex at the end of the show, I get tears in my eyes every time!
Please don’t take him away from us- we just got used to him-don’t make us go through another loss!
My husband and I think Ken is doing an awesome job!!!! He sure seems to have just naturally taken over! He is kind and very knowledgeable, very personable with the guests!! Please keep him!!!!! He has been very easy to adjust to with the tremendous loss of Alex, whom we loved????
Ken Jennings has done an excellent job as guest . host . Since he has been on the show as a contestant for such a long time, he certainly was very much aware of how to host. So I am hoping he will take over the Host
Yes I believe ken should remain as host does a great job just cannot see any on but ken filling Alex's shoes way to go ken great job
When Ken is done I am done. I am afraid you are going to turn this show into a show about celebraties. I agree with most, keep Ken.
Keep Ken. Will not watch with Katie,Aaron,Anderson
Ken knew Alex Trebek better than anyone. Don't let
the others destroy this great game show. He is doing a great job. Getting better every day.
Ken is the right person for replacing Alex. No other person has the personality or knowledge that Ken has. I will not watch when Katie Couric and some others come on. Katie has said she is the person and I disagree completely. Ken will keep Jeopardy in top ratings.
Please keep Ken Jennings as the new Jeopardy host! He is doing a great job. He has put his heart into it just like Alex Trebek did. He knows the game and has done well at putting the contestants first, as Alex wanted them to be. He isn't acting or being superior toward them like some may do. He signed on as one of the producers to further his knowledge and love of the game. What better way to be groomed for the position than by the man that has shown us for so many years just how to play the game.
Just to add to my comment a few minutes ago; I WILL NOT BE WATCHING JEOPARDY IF ANDERSON COOPER IS EVER A HOST. I’ve been watching since 1984, and hope to continue.
KEEP KEN JENNINGS, he is doing a great job following in Alex’s footsteps!
He's a natural, so sincere, so smart, so respectful of the contestants!
Keep Ken Jenings and Cancel everyone else. Jennings was the right amount of humor and intelligence. You will loose a viewer when those Drs, Savannah Gurherie, Anderson Cooper and Katie Couric host.
Definitely will not watch Jeopardy if Katie Couric gets the job. I think viewers should boycott Jeopardy if guest hosts again so ABC execs can see what will happen. Jeopardy is a great show and has been for so many years. It is great family time In our home. Please pick a great host like Mr. Jennings.
Will NOT watch when Katie Couric is guest host. Too controversial!!!!
I will not watch Jeopardy any longer if Ken Jennings isn’t the permanent host! He’s doing a very good job. I’ve actually started watching every night since Ken Jennings best hosting. I say yes let’s keep Ken!!
I think Ken Jennings is doing an outstanding job as host of Jeopardy! As Ken himself said, no one can replace Alex Trebek, but Ken is doing a pretty damn great job. Would love to see him as permanent host!
Alex would be very proud of him!
Yes!! It has to be Ken Jennings, he is so intelligent and he had a special place in Alex’s heart . He is getting stronger as the weeks go by and I enjoy watching Jeopardy with Ken as host.
NO, Ken Jennings is NOT a host by far. They need someone with CLASS!!!!
Ken Jennings due to fault of his own, but his looks and voice distract any and everything he says.
I have only watched two episodes since Jennings took over, and I have talked with others, but their is just SOMETHING he does not have.
Sorry, but you asked.
I think he did good but I believe Brooke Burns would be the best choice
Ken Jennings is logical person to host the show. I think he’s starting to grow into the role.
I will not be watching when individuals associated with a very strong political persuasion will be hosting.
So producers read the comments and keep Ken Jennings , like the others I will not watch until he is made the official host ,if Katie Couric or Anderson Cooper ever host ,I may be done with jeapordy for good !!
Absolutely YES! I have watch Jeopardy! forever and I was prepared not to like Ken Jennings as the next permanent-Jeopardy! host. But after watching all of his shows and all of his tournament wins, I have done a complete "180°. No one can or ever replace Mr. Alex Trebek, that's a fact. I'm familiar with some of the next guest hosts comming up and like the ones I know, but I don't believe many of them can make the contestants the "STARS" of the show as Alex Trebek did and Ken has done. His pace is terrific, with his knowledge, Ken is able to add some addition info on the subject matter after the correct question is answered correctly, he has a great sense of humor, AND he can pronounce all of the "foregin" vocabulary like Mr. Trebek always did. (I think the reasons I was negative at first, I watched Mr. Jennings on the new show "Chase," and first of all, I did not like the show, it was too long, and when Ken gave any type of input, it did not sound like Ken, it sounded to me like he was reading or speaking some one else's words that were giving to him (and I'm aware I could be incorrect) Ken just wasn't his "natural" self, if you know what I mean. (Perhaps this new show didn't want Ken's "natural"
Jeopardy's self.) IN MY OPINION I WOULD SIGN KEN JENNINGS TODAY !!!!
Thanks for reading my thoughts.
I refuse to watch Katie Couric and Anderson Cooper.....both of them are JOKES!!
KEN JENNINGS is the best man for the job.
Ken is a perfect host to replace the great Alex Trebek!
He smart, respectful and understands the importance of replacing Alex.
You can have alternate hosts once and awhile to give Ken vacation time instead of reruns.
Keep Ken please I think he's doing a great job . Very knowledgeable n smart n knows how the game is played . Good job my friend, keep up good work. The others don't fit the show in my opinion.
Would like to see Brooke Burns host also.
Ken's doing an okay job, but I wish he would stop commenting & adding info to every contestant's answers! It takes up time and it seems contestants aren't finishing the rounds all the time as a result, and it makes him come off as a "know it all" -- something Alex NEVER did. Also, is he involved in creating the categories/answers? I'm noticing contestants don't know a LOT more of them than ever before. Alex was always great at making sure the clues, while often difficult, weren't obscure things (like many seem to be now). I agree with previous comments that future "hosts" should not be political or controversial figures. But, I'm not sure Ken is right for the job permanently.
I think Ken Jennings has done a great job and would continue to do so. I am sure it was not easy to step into Alex shoes but he has put all the class and grace that Alex had. Keep him!
I will only watch when Ken Jennings is hosting, maybe when dr oz guest hosts,but for sure wont watch when Katie Couric or Anderson cooper are hosting. Katie Couric is a joke !
I agree with everyone's comments.. Ken Jennings is the perfect replacement. Hope they offer him a permanent job after all the guest hosts are finished.
Ken Will make a wonderful replacement......
I appreciate the respect he shows for the new replacement—- although that’s really impossible !!
Ken is doing a fabulous job on Jeopardy! He has great interaction with the contestants and is a very positive person. His voice diction is great and what a perfect choice to fill Alex Trebek's place. He is grateful and polite. A man of integrity, he is! The other hosts have hard shoes to fill.
Ken Jennings has been doing a great job. Katie Couric should not even guest host since she thinks 74 million people need to be reprogrammed. We are all at a loss with Alex Trebek gone but Ken should be the ONLY one to replace him. All these celebrities do not belong in place of Alex.....THEY HAVEN'T A CLUE about the humanity and grace that Alex had.
It has been a seamless transition.ken is very humble and honest about his adoration for Alex.
Ken Jennings has been a great fit. He does the job with warmth, sincerity, and skill. And I can only assume that he will grow better with time.
I miss Alex so much and it helps having Ken on in his place. Alex spent a lot of time with Ken and I think his way has transferred to Ken. I also feel you are going overboard with your other guest host that are lined up to follow Ken. That is ok, it will let me check out all the other shows on at the same time.
Long before Alex made his illness public I thought Ken Jennings would be THE replacement.
I love ken Jennings. I think he’s perfect for the job. He is very knowledgeable and he’s really doing a good job. Whose idea was it to have so many guest hosts. It’s not necessary and the show needs consistency like Alex provided.
We will not watch when either Katie Couric or Anderson Cooper host. Keep Ken!
Ken Jennings has done a very good job. If the network brings in who they said they were going to, consider this loyal watcher flipping the channel to watch something else. Who made this decision? Whoever made it needs to be replaced!!!
No! I don't think he should host. He's trying too hard to be something he's not! Alex is dead; I think they SHOULD GET A WOMEN TO HOST. Something totally different, a total spin on the norm.
I don't like some of the things he says TRYING to be funny. HE SUCK'S!!!
THE WOMEN WHO WOULD BE ABLE TO GET THE JOB DONE I THINK IS SHERYL UNDERWOOD! OR LARRY THE CABLE GUY.
Ken is fabulous. We will not watch katy couric, anderson cooper, any sports player. Ken makes you feel like he is representing alex with the same class, timing and sense of humour, plus, he is so clever. Cant say any of those other choices should even be considered, if they are we wont watch and have been watching for twenty years. KEEP KEN JENNINGS!,,,
Ken Jennings has been doing a wonderful job hosting Jeopardy!
Like most who are commenting we watched religiously, even when we traveled. Alex left enormous shoes to fill. Ken is doing an admirable job and probably has the biggest hurdle being on as the first guest host after we said goodbye to Alex. We just feel something is missing. It could be Ken needs more time, it could be he’s still nervous. I’m eager to see/hear other guest hosts but honestly looking at the lineup, I’m thinking they will fall short certainly of Alex and most probably of Ken ... and the answer is?????
When Katie Couric and Andersen Cooper and any other people who have made political statements showing their disdain for conservative America are guest hosting, we will not be watching. Jeopardy will be cancelled in our minds and hearts.
Ken Jennings is doing an awesome job! Really enjoy his humor and humility as a host. Some of the other guest hosts lined up are very controversial and will not have the audience Ken Jennings has. Would really enjoy him as the permanent Jeopardy host!
I have been watching Jeopardy from its beginning a lot of years ago. Alex & Jeopardy just belonged together. I feel blessed to have Alex & Jeopardy come into my life for all those years. The thought of Jeopardy without Alex was something hard to imagine and I personally believe that Alex will be impossible to totally replace but he would want us to open our hearts to a replacement that will keep the Jeopardy he loved alive in our lives. I was amazed at how Ken just seemed to be an extension of Alex. He did a wonderful job and I believe he was so involved with the show and Alex that he did an amazing job. He helps a lot that he has the intelligence and knowledge of the show he breezes through the questions. He will be a hard act of anyone else to follow but the way they are doing the show with charities and celebrities will help make the transition to a new permanent host.
I believe Ken Jennings should absolutely be the permanent host of Jeopardy. He has done a flawless job of hosting following Alex’s death. He is a brilliant man and his pronunciation and diction are exemplary. I can’t believe any of the future guest hosts will prove to better suited for the job
I have enjoyed Ken Jennings. The longer he has been on he seems to have settled in and is very comfortable in the position and is doing a fabulous job. I look forward to watching the show everyday
Please don't waste time and make the show suffer by having some of the others host. No way they can do as well as Ken. Hopefully some of them will read the many posts and withdrawal their desire to host, the show will only suffer for the sake of their egos.
Ken Jennings has done a great job , I already tuned in to watch jeopardy eepecting to see him as host of the show , I don’t understand why u need these guest host , some of which I don’t like , u will loose a big audience by doing this , let Jennings be the regular host and that’s it !
My wife and I think that Ken is a seamless transition.
Please no silly couric or the other or political celebrities.
Ken Jennings has very much surprised me in a very good way. His demeanor is great has a wonderful personality
and unlike Alex, knows and understands the game from the contestants point of view. This is rare. I think Ken is the most logical choice and the one Alex Trebek would have chosen.
Absolutely! Awesome host after only 2 weeks. Hated but now love him! Anderson Cooper and he is absolutely horrendous andI will never ever change my mind!!! Way to biased and political to the radical left!! No politics on jeopardy!! He is a biased ASS and his opinions are worthless!! This is what made me HATE him deeply! Absolutely will never watch him!! How did he ever get in the running anyway??! Who the hell cares that he is a Vanderbilt. So upset about this but then I will never see his self!
Ken has done a great job. He should be the permanent host!
Katie Couric shouldn't even be considered, she doesn't have sny expertise. Ken Jennings has done a good job and seems to posses the intellect to continue in the job, where I dont see thst in any of the other guest hosts
I think you will lose a lot of your audience by bringing in some of these political commentators, including me. Ken Jennings has done an excellent job. Actually I didn’t think he was the one for the job but he’s far exceeded any hesitation I had regarding him. Please don’t waste your time and money on these other host. I will definitely not be watching them.
Ken's voice is irritating & his manner is not warm. There's something about his demeanor that is distracting. Yes, Alex was an icon & a most difficult act to follow. But my 25year obsession with Jeopardy is waning & that saddens me. It isn't about celebrities but finding just the right person for the job,. It's not Ken Jennings.
I agree with everyone that has voted for keeping Ken as the full time host! He has done a traffic job and I’ve really enjoyed watching him. I won’t be watching when several of your other choices are filling in while you are making a final decision. If it ain’t broke, please don’t fix it! Keep Ken in place! You need not look any further. Alex would totally agree!
Ken Jennings is the right one to host!
He has a real love for Jeopardy and his knowledge and professional approach will ensure the integrity of the game.
He is gifted with an ability to warmly interact with the contestants that cheers them on.
He can think on his feet and reacts with good humor when appropriate
He already seems like he belongs!!
Ken is smart and personable. Alex was excellent at hosting and although not a brainiack always came. across as smart. No talking heads, jocks , phony doctors, left-wing liberals or Hollywood-types need apply!! Your list of future phonies will get me as a NON_VIEWER!!
Ken is finding his way in a nearly impossible scenario trying to follow Alex who had 35 years to hone his craft. Jennings can do the same and it's very premature to assume he is not the right guy. His genuine love and respect for the show gives his presence an authentic appeal.
Look Ken's voice .. I just cannot get by that scratchy tone.
His little ad-libs are mostly out of place.
We need someone with a crisp tone. Mr. Jennings astute man.
He is not a people person. He never was and you could tell that as soon as he opened his mouth.
I stopped watching Jeopardy . But like a lot of people I feel the need get my fix. So I watch it with the sound off .
Looking forward to turning the sound back on.
Our family thinks Ken has done a great job hosting Jeopardy and would like to continue to see him do so. We will keep an open mind and watch other guest hosts, although we do not like having to go through so many different people. We feel Ken does a great job and are comfortable with his abilities and would like to see Jeopardy stabilize and continue with him as a permanent host. Alex was a permanent guest at our dinner table each night and we have been equally comfortable with Ken.
Ken has done a fantastic job replacing Alex. As the shows continued he has admirably improved. I say it is a waste of time to use other hosts as Ken is the perfect replacement. In addition he is very knowledgeable and cAn add to answers when it is needed.
I am in my 70"s and have watched "Jeopardy" for as long as I can remember---until now. Jennings is cold, pompous, and does not relate well to the contestants, has a limited vocabulary and knowledge when responding to contestants' answers. Unbearable! Have not watched the show since Jennings' first appearance as guest host. With few quality shows on cable TV, I will miss this show.
Will not watch if Carol Schwenck or Ashley Oliver are watching. Nothing says "American" like boycotting a TV gameshow over some perceived political issue.
GIVE ME "MORONS" for $2000.
Ken should get permanent
Add me to the list that says keep Ken! He is doing a great job. We will NOT watch Katie Couric, Anderson Cooper, or any of the other guest hosts after Richards finishes his guest hosting.
I am in my 70"s and have watched "Jeopardy" for as long as I can remember---until now. Jennings is cold, pompous, and does not relate well to the contestants, has a limited vocabulary and knowledge when responding to contestants' answers. Unbearable! Have not watched the show since Jennings' first appearance as guest host. With few quality shows on cable TV, I will miss this show.
A " no- brainer" Ken's 'da man' !!!
Will watch "Jeopardy" with most any quizmaster, as I enjoy the game, not the contestants or emcee or announcer. Loved it with Alex. Have enjoyed Mr. Jennings. Adored the original Art Fleming. Doubt some stooge viewers' political bias against proposed emcee will endanger the show's popularity. If they wish to boycott, they can go to "Wheel of Fortune" or catch Alex in "Classic Concentration" reruns.
Won't watch jeopardy with all the other guest hosts. Ken is the best.
Why throw us all off (again) trying out other hosts? Ken is the perfect choice. He's a natural and is doing a fantastic job. He loves the game, he has an established and legitimate connection with the show, plus he's well liked and respected by the fans.
I've been watching since Jeopardy began and my 20 year old has been watching her entire life. We both agree Ken is the obvious choice! We think Alex would approve too.
PS Love the "Thank you Alex" from Ken and the graphic at the end of each episode. I hope it continues as long as the show does.
Ken has done a great job, and true to a real intellect, gets better by the day, he knows how to make use of experience.
For the first time ever I WILL NOT tune in or record the show while the anti-American Ms. Couric is guest hosting. What a farce!
The others might be interesting to see but we will all just be waiting for Ken's return.
I will not watch Jeopardy the weeks that Anderson Cooper and Katie C. will host.
I think that’s who Alex would want Ken Jennings to take his place. As far as the others you named to take over we will not watch. Please keep Ken Jennings.
No. We need someone with warmth and charm, as well as knowledge. None of the upcoming guest hosts will fill the bill, in my opinion.
I didn't always care for Ken as a contestant & wasn't expecting to like him as host, but I'm really surprised & pleased that he's doing a great job. He's a natural, maybe because he was a contestant and knew Alex so well.
I feel strongly that Ken Jennings should be the permanent host for Jeopardy. He has done a tremendous job so far and I'm sure that will continue. It is obvious that he is comfortable doing this.
If it ain't broken, don't fix it. Ken is doing an amazing job filling Alex's big shoes, with humility and humor.
His hosting provides continuity to irreplacable Trebek, whom no one can replace. We love you Ken Jennings, we want you to stay!
No need to look any further. You know when you've got the right person, and Ken Jennings just happened to be the first one. I don't think having other hosts will increase the popularity of Jeapardy, so I suggest you stop "interviewing" other hosts and go with Ken.
He had done a great job, it feels right for him to be the host.
I am not interested in anyone els hosting.
Ken is doing a great job! We don't need a celebrity parade of guest hosts. This is about honoring the game, and no one can do that as well as Ken.
Ken Jennings has done a fantastic job of hosting Jeopardy. I truly hope Jeopardy selects him as the permanent host. I will NOT WATCH when Katie Couric, Savannah Guthrie and Anderson Cooper host and very sad and disappointed Jeopardy has selected such an arrogant group to host the game to which Alex Trebek brought such class and respect.
I really like Ken as host,he's doing g a great job.No need for anymore guest host he's nailing it as the host.
KEEP KEN. I THINK HE IS AS GOOD AS IT WILL GET. HE HAS THE PERFECT PERSONALITY AND ALSO HAS SUCH A WAY WITH THE CONTESTANTS THAT WE SHOULD TAKE WHAT IS AS CLOSE TO ALEX AS IT WILL GET.
AND THE ANSWER IS: He’s smart enough, professional enough, warm enough, quick enough, witty enough and yet humble enough to know that no one can fill Alex’s shoes but has won our hearts by so wonderfully paying him honor?
WHO IS KEN JENNINGS!