Alex Trebek. Photo: ABC via Getty Images Beloved Jeopardy! television host Alex Trebek has died at the age of 80 from Stage 4 pancreatic cancer, TMZ reports. According to a statement released on the official Jeopardy! Twitter account, “Jeopardy is saddened to share that Alex Trebek passed away peacefully at home early this morning, surrounded by family and friends.” Trebek was candid with his fans about his battle with cancer, first revealing his diagnosis in March of 2019.
The Canadian-born television legend began his storied broadcasting career at the CBC, where he did everything from host youth-oriented music and quiz shows to radio sports announcing. In the 1970s, Trebek hosted a number of game shows until he took over from host Art Fleming at the quiz show Jeopardy!, which would become his legacy. Over the course of thousands of episodes, Trebek’s warm, intelligent presence made Jeopardy! an enduring cultural institution.
Rest In Peace Trebek! Fighter of this awful desease.
Alex made people happy, sign of a life well lived Jeopardy
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