‘Jeopardy!’ Champion Amy Schneider Fires Back at Twitter Trolls With Funny Tweet

Martin Holmes January 3, 2022, 9:15 am

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Current Jeopardy! champion Amy Schneider has snapped back at transphobic Twitter trolls with a humorous, tongue-in-cheek post.

The California-based engineering manager, who recently became the first transgender contestant to qualify for the Tournament of Champions, ended 2021 on a 23-game winning streak, amassing $855,600 in winnings. However, despite this impressive feat, it hasn’t stopped some trolls from directing transphobic comments at her on social media.

On New Year’s Eve, Schneider fired back at her haters, tweeting, “I’d like to thank all the people who have taken the time, during this busy holiday season, to reach out and explain to me that, actually, I’m a man. Every single one of you is the first person ever to make that very clever point, which had never once before crossed my mind.”

I’d like to thank all the people who have taken the time, during this busy holiday season, to reach out and explain to me that, actually, I’m a man. Every single one of you is the first person ever to make that very clever point, which had never once before crossed my mind 🙏

— Amy Schneider (@Jeopardamy) December 31, 2021

Schneider’s tweet received praise from her fans, with many of them sharing their support for the reigning Jeopardy! champ. Former contestant Michael Vance wrote, “[As] the parent of a young trans woman (who did quiz bowl in HS & college), it’s been great to watch you. Congratulations on your streak and on having the grace to take the high road with these trolls and troglodytes!”

As a former contestant (@KenJennings 26th game) and the parent of a young trans woman (who did quiz bowl in HS & college), it’s been great to watch you. Congratulations on your streak and on having the grace to take the high road with these trolls and troglodytes!

— Michael Vance (@mavNU91) December 31, 2021

Actor Harvey Fierstein also took to social media to cheer on the contestant, gushing that he “couldn’t be prouder if she were my own daughter.”

Can this statement by Amy S be improved upon? I don’t think so! I couldn’t be prouder if she were my own daughter. Xxxxx https://t.co/X7XFbaW4qe

— Harvey Fierstein (@HarveyFierstein) January 2, 2022

Others thanked Schneider for how she led to families having open conversations about gender, helping shift perceptions of those ignorant towards or who didn’t understand trans issues.

“Somehow, after 2-3 years of conversation, you being on Jeopardy every night has taught my dad to be accepting of trans people,” wrote one viewer. “You’re the first person he’s used correct pronouns with, a 83 year old man, saying ‘this isn’t too hard.’ Thanks for your message of love.”

“Three generations of my family watch @Jeopardy together, and Amy’s run has done more to move my eightysomething parents into the realm of understanding and acceptance of trans people than anything ever,” added another fan.

Another viewer shared similar sentiments, tweeting, “You have actually helped shift my parents’ perception of womanhood and I couldn’t thank you more. You are such a brilliant queen and I could not enjoy your run on Jeopardy more. Thank you for being you and showing up and representing.”

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Check out more reaction below.

Somehow, after 2-3 years of conversation, you being on Jeopardy every night has taught my dad to be accepting of trans people.
You’re the first person he’s used correct pronouns with, a 83 year old man, saying “this isn’t too hard.”
Thanks for your message of love ♥️

— clauds (@yungcowboy_) December 31, 2021

Three generations of my family watch @Jeopardy together, and Amy’s run has done more to move my eightysomethung parents into the realm of understanding and acceptance of trans people than anything ever. We are all #teamjeopardyamy (and honestly floored by her knowledge)

— Anne Tifa 🇱🇧🤘🎡 (@annesoffee) December 31, 2021

You have actually helped shift my parents’ perception of womanhood and I couldn’t thank you more. You are such a brilliant queen and I could not enjoy your run on Jeopardy more. Thank you for being you and showing up and representing. We are rooting for your success & power!♡☆

— Tanner The Ghost (@Tanner_Dionne) December 31, 2021

Our trans kid watches you in total awe and gratitude every night. Thank you for being the amazing woman that you are!

— Danna (@drDannaB) December 31, 2021

In my house, we appreciate you, Amy for your intellect, humor and wit. Absolute joy. As for any haters? Ignorance and fear is a deep festering emotion that requires mental professionals to break through. As a gay man, I too have had to deal with my share of hate. YOU ARE LOVED!

— David (@MyVent4BLUE) December 31, 2021

My 74 yo dad loves your blog. He is so angry on your behalf. “The Venn diagram of people who hate and misgender Amy and those who truly love Jeopardy are two separate circles.”
Amy, we are in your corner.

— deep breath (@Alliesante) December 31, 2021

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