Ken Jennings

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Game Show Host • Jeopardy Contestant • Personality

Birth Date: May 23, 1974

Age: 52 years old

Birth Place: Edmonds, Washington

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Ken Jennings is an American author, television personality, and quiz show contestant best known for his record-setting winning streak on the trivia game show Jeopardy!. In 2004, Jennings achieved fame by winning 74 consecutive games, earning over $2.5 million, making him the highest-earning American game show contestant at that time. He later won the show's "Greatest of All Time" tournament in 2020.

Jennings has since become one of the hosts of Jeopardy!, following the passing of longtime host Alex Trebek in 2020. He was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award in 2023 for the same project.

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 (left) Jamie Ding on "Jeopardy!", (right) Ken Jennings in his "Jeopardy!" dressing room lip syncing

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 KEN JENNINGS, YOGESH RAUT JEOPARDY! MASTERS – “THE FINALS” – Hosted by Ken Jennings, top-ranked contestants compete for the $500,000 grand prize in the finals, featuring Victoria Groce, Andrew He and Yogesh Raut. TUESDAY, SEPT. 8 (8:00-9:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC.

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 Ken Jennings on the October 30, 2025, episode of 'Jeopardy!'

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 (left) Ken Jennings in "Jeopardy! Masters" preview, (right) Jennings in 2004, answering "What is a hoe?"

‘Jeopardy!’: Ken Jennings Reveals Shocking Secret About His ‘Hoe’ Moment

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‘Jeopardy!’ Host Ken Jennings Admits He Gave False Contestant Anecdotes

 (left) Ken Jennings with (right) "Jeopardy!" champion Paolo Pasco

Ken Jennings Says ‘Jeopardy!’s Paolo Pasco Is ‘Always Asking Him Questions’

 (left) Ken Jennings on "Jeopardy!" stage taking a fan question in 2026, (right) Jennings during his 2004 streak

Ken Jennings Compares His ‘Jeopardy!’ Streak to His Favorite Baseball Team

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Ken Jennings Shares Video of How He Gets Ready For ‘Jeopardy!’

 JEOPARDY! MASTERS – “QUARTERFINALS 1 & 2” – Hosted by Ken Jennings, top-ranked contestants compete for the $500,000 grand prize in quarterfinal games one and two, featuring Victoria Groce, Andrew He, Long Nguyen, Paolo Pasco, Yogesh Raut and Juveria Zaheer. TUESDAY, AUG. 25 (8:00-9:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC.

Ken Jennings Says ‘Jeopardy! Masters’ Makes Him Feel Like an ‘Old Professor’

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‘Jeopardy! Masters’ Season 4: Everything to Know About Two-Week Tournament

 Drew Goins on "Jeopardy!" with Ken Jennings

‘Jeopardy!’s Drew Goins Reveals He Went on Show to Avenge Ken Jennings

 Ken Jennings on the October 2, 2025, episode of 'Jeopardy!'

Ken Jennings Reveals What His Life Would Look Like if He Hadn’t Won ‘Jeopardy!’

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‘Jeopardy! Season 42 Finale Week Ratings: Is it Good News for Ken Jennings?

 (left) "Jeopardy! Masters" competitor Juveria Zaheer (right) and Andrew He
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‘Jeopardy! Masters’ Season 4 Clip Teases Tears, a Big Shock & a ‘Crazy’ Battle

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How Much Is Ken Jennings Making on ‘Jeopardy!’? His Net Worth Revealed

 Ken Jennings on the October 16, 2025, episode of 'Jeopardy!'

‘Jeopardy!’ Fans Notice This Change Has Happened Since Ken Jennings Became Host

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‘Jeopardy!’ Host Ken Jennings Responds to Claims He Is Transphobic

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Has ‘Jeopardy!’ Gotten Harder? Fans Think So

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‘Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?’: Every $1 Million Winner

 (left) Costco store logo, (right) Ken Jennings on "Jeopardy!" answering a fan question

‘Jeopardy!’ Fans Go Wild After Ken Jennings Makes Big Costco Confession

 CELEBRITY JEOPARDY! ALL STARS – “SEMIFINAL #3: Ike Barinholtz, Patton Oswalt and Mira Sorvino” – In the last semifinal game of the season hosted by Ken Jennings, Ike Barinholtz, Patton Oswalt and Mira Sorvino face off for the final spot in the finale. Stream episodes next day on Hulu. THURSDAY, MAY 14 (8:00-9:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC.

‘Celebrity Jeopardy!’ Pushed to Midseason in Surprise Shakeup

 Ken Jennings on a trip to Cornwall, England

Ken Jennings Gets Naked Surprise & More on Trip to England

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‘Jeopardy!’ Reveals Summer Rerun Schedule Ahead of Season 43

 Ken Jennings taking a photo with "Wheel of Fortune" mascot Sheldon

‘Jeopardy!’s Ken Jennings Reveals He Has a ‘Spirit Animal’ From ‘Wheel of Fortune’

 Ken Jennings (left) posing with author Patricia Lockwood (right)

Ken Jennings Reveals Surprising Connection to Author Patricia Lockwood

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Ken Jennings Says This Singer ‘Is America’ as He Names His Favorite Summer Tunes

 Ken Jennings and his wife, Mindy, in Italy, in July 2026

‘Jeopardy!’ Fans Spot Odd Detail about Ken Jennings & His Wife While on Italy Trip

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‘Jeopardy!’ Sparks Controversy With ‘Gulf of Mexico’ Answer

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Ken Jennings Shares Rare Childhood Photo With His Siblings

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‘Jeopardy!’ Fans Accuse Ken Jennings of Making Mistake on ‘Downton Abbey’ Clue

 "Jeopardy!" host Ken Jennings telling audience members about his dogs, (right), the Jennings' fmaily dogs Chance and Dakota

Get to Know Ken Jennings’ Dogs as ‘Jeopardy!’ Host Reveals Which One Is ‘Cranky’

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‘Jeopardy!’s Amy Schneider Shares Heartbreaking News Her Mom Has Died

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‘Jeopardy!’ Fans Go Wild as Ken Jennings Shows Off Rarely-Seen Body Part

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‘Jeopardy!’: Final Moments of Double Jeopardy Turns Into a Runaway Race

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Ken Jennings Reveals Plan for if ‘Things Go Wrong’ in His Life

 (Left) Ken Jennings on the Sony lot frowning, (right) tents for "For All Mankind" on lot

Ken Jennings Admits He’s Jealous of His ‘Jeopardy!’ Neighbors – Here’s Why

‘Jeopardy!’ & ‘Wheel of Fortune’ Impacted in Certain Areas Due to FIFA World Cup

 (Left) Ken Jennings on "Jeopardy!", (right) Donald Trump at the NBA Finals on June 8, 2026 in New York City

Ken Jennings Speaks Out After Trump Gets Booed at NBA Finals

‘Jeopardy!’ Fans Freak Out Over Newly-Added Ken Jennings Tribute on Sony Lot

 (Left) "Jeopardy! Classroom Tournament creator Jim Birge on Facdebook, (right) "Jeopardy!" host Ken Jennings

‘Jeopardy!’: Teacher Who Touched Ken Jennings’ Heart Dies 4 Months After Set Visit

 "Jeopardy!" contestants (from left) Jackie Goncalves, Peter McFerrin, and Seth McElroy, on June 5, 2026
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‘Jeopardy!’: Did Champion Peter McFerrin Qualify For the ToC in Game Five?

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‘Jeopardy!’ Fans Debate Ken Jennings’ Drag Name as He Shares Pride Message

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Ken Jennings Opens Up About His Famous College Roommate

 (left) Ken Jennings on "Jeopardy!" (right) Tom Selleck in photoshoot

‘Jeopardy!’ Fans Go Wild as Ken Jennings Reveals Tom Selleck Treat

 "Jeopardy!" contestants on May 27, 2026 (from left) Rachel Hoke, Chris D'Angelo, and J.R. Scott
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‘Jeopardy!’ Fans Stunned Contestants Miss ‘Sopranos’ Clue

 Ken Jennings and his wife, Mindy, on a trip to South Dakota, in May 2026

‘Jeopardy!’ Fans React After Ken Jennings & Wife Mindy Go Hiking

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Ken Jennings Reveals the Best Way to Study for ‘Jeopardy!’

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‘Jeopardy!’ Fans React to Sassy Items Ken Jennings Keeps in His Bathroom

 (left) "Jeopardy!" host Ken Jennings, (right) "ESPN Jeopardy!" host Joe Buck

‘Jeopardy!’ Fans Are Shocked by Detail Ken Jennings Shares About Joe Buck

 "Jeopardy!" host Ken Jennings talking about why the game show resonates with fans

Ken Jennings Shares Why He Thinks ‘Jeopardy!’ Resonates With Fans Worldwide

 CELEBRITY JEOPARDY! ALL STARS – “FINAL: Ike Barinholtz, Steven Weber and Mina Kimes” – Hosted by Ken Jennings and featuring returning celebrity contestants competing for a charity of their choice, the “Celebrity Jeopardy! All Stars” big finale features Ike Barinholtz, Steven Weber and Mina Kimes. Stream episodes next day on Hulu. FRIDAY, MAY 15 (8:00-9:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC

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 (left) Ken Jennings hosting "Jeopardy!", (right) Vanna White hosting "Celebrity Wheel of Fortune"

Ken Jennings Swoons Over Vanna White as He Shows Fans Backstage

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‘Celebrity Jeopardy! All-Stars’: Who Won?

 "Jeopardy!" host Ken Jennings during a fan Q&A

Ken Jennings Scolds ‘Jeopardy!’ Fans for Laughing at His NSFW Comment

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‘Jeopardy!’: Ken Jennings Reveals How Childhood Hobby Turned Into His Best Trivia Category

 Ken Jennings (left) with his son, Dylan (right) at a Seattle Mariners baseball game

‘Jeopardy!’: Ken Jennings Reveals Sweet New Tradition With His Son, Dylan

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Ken Jennings Reveals How ‘Jeopardy!’ Drives His Wife ‘Bonkers’