'We have lost an icon': Many pay tribute to late 'Jeopardy!' host Alex Trebek

this band's monster album included Crush With Eyeliner, R E M Jeopardy's Alex Trebek had all the answers on the popular game show. The revamped version of Jeopardy was an instant hit when it debuted in 1984 with its distinctive answering question format, the syndicated game show made the Canadian born Trebek a star. Luck plays a very important part in success and television. If you're lucky enough to wind up on a show that the people take the heart, then uh, you're set. Jonathan, the long running game show earned him five Daytime Emmy Awards and a lifetime achievement award for outstanding game show host from the Television Academy. Being nominated is nice. You don't get too excited about it. But I'll tell you something. If I were not nominated, I think I'd be disappointed. I'd be sad because you work hard. You do your best. You think you're doing quality work and you want to know that people recognize you for that. Jeopardy wasn't his only gig. The husband and father of three also hosted the National Geography Bee for 25 years, a city that is divided by a river of the same name. The talented host, became a U. S citizen in 1998 and was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame the following year. Truly honored. I don't feel I deserve it. But there are a lot of other things in life that I had that I didn't deserve and I've enjoyed on. Suffered with. In the middle of Jeopardy's 18th season, Trebek made headlines when he shaved his signature mustache. He told Larry King it was all on a whim. I just walked into the makeup room and I said, Give me the hair Clippers and I just want took it right off just to see what it would look like on camera. The audience reacted pretty favorably when I went home, however, my wife and my two kids did not even notice. Family and fans both took notice when Trebek suffered through some health scares. There were two mild heart attacks, one in 2007 and another five years later. In 2017 surgeons remove blood clots from his brain and then, in 2019, this announcement to fans this week I was diagnosed with Stage four pancreatic cancer. Now, normally, the prognosis for this is not very encouraging, but I'm going to fight this. Trebek often gave back to his community and was a strong supporter for charities such his world vision, the USO and the National Geographic Education Foundation. The affable host was grateful for his rich television career and kept it all in perspective. When I leave, somebody younger will be doing the show, and it'll carry on shows I have a life that is independent of their hosts. That doesn't mean that, uh, they won't miss the host, but they'll develop an allegiance to the new guy on, and that's the way it should be because it's a quality program. And even though the show must go on, Alex Trebek will be forever remembered as the irreplaceable host of Jeopardy.

On Sunday Alex Trebek, who hosted the quiz show 'Jeopardy!' for more than 30 years, died.For nearly two years Trebek battled pancreatic cancer.Tributes poured in Sunday from former contestants and celebrities for the beloved host:“Alex wasn’t just the best ever at what he did. He was also a lovely and deeply decent man, and I’m grateful for every minute I got to spend with him ... Thinking today about his family and his Jeopardy! family �� which, in a way, included millions of us.�� “Jeopardy!�� contestant Ken Jennings on Twitter. “It was one of the great privileges of my life to spend time with this courageous man while he fought the battle of his life. You will never be replaced in our hearts, Alex,�� “Jeopardy!�� contestant James Holzhauer on Twitter.“Alex Trebek was kind enough to film a cameo for our film Free Guy last year despite his battle. He was gracious and funny. In addition to being curious, stalwart, generous, reassuring and of course, Canadian. We love you, Alex. And always will,�� Actor Ryan Reynolds on Twitter.“We mourn the loss of #alextrebek �� a friend, a colleague, an icon. He graced us with warmth, wit & pure elegance, which is why we welcomed him into our homes night after night, year after year. We are deeply saddened for his wife Jean, his family & millions of Jeopardy fans,�� Walt Disney Co. executive chairman Robert Iger on Twitter.“My heart breaks for the Trebek family upon hearing this heartbreaking news. Alex Trebek was a legend. There was no one like him. Kind, elegant, talented, good. Heaven just became brighter and we here on earth mourn him,�� Maria Shriver on Twitter.“I was obsessed with Jeopardy as a nerdy kid growing up in Ohio. I’ve loved and revered Alex Trebek since I can remember. What an iconic career. RIP Alex Trebek,�� Musician John Legend on Twitter. “We have lost an icon. Almost every night for more than three decades, Alex Trebek entertained and educated millions around the world, instilling in so many of us a love for trivia. My deepest condolences to his family, friends, and all who are mourning this tremendous loss,�� Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Twitter.“Couldn’t we have one nice weekend? A kind gentleman whose excellence was so consistent, it was easy to take for granted. Rest well, Mr. Trebek,�� Jimmy Kimmel on Twitter.“RIP Alex Trebek. A true, true gentleman and courageous hero. May flights of angels sing thee to thy rest,�� —Actor Viola Davis on Twitter.“I'm so saddened that Alex Trebek has passed. Growing up, he made me feel like my nerdiness was valuable and I loved learning from watching Jeopardy. It was our family’s nightly pleasure,�� TV personality and author Padma Lakshmi on Twitter.“Alex Trebek hosted Jeopardy for 36 years. What an incredible career and remarkable life. I’m sending love to his family and fans.�� Comedian Ellen DeGeneres on Twitter."I am overwhelmed with emotion right now and my heart goes out to the Trebek family," �� “Jeopardy!�� contestant Burt Thakur on Twitter.“I’m honored to have known Alex Trebek, have a few meals with him, have him share some of his wisdom. On the @TCM cruise, he got me to swim w/ the dolphins. No one else could’ve done that. He was the best at what he did,�� TCM host Ben Mankiewicz on Twitter.“Alex Trebek, you brought us so much knowledge, both important and fun, through the years. Your final battle with cancer was heroic, and we are heartbroken that it has taken you from us. I’ll take ‘Great TV Personas of Our Time�� for $800. The heavens have all the answers now,�� Actor George Takei on Twitter.“So saddened to hear Alex Trebek has died. It was an honor to share the dinner hour with him. He fought his cancer battle valiantly,�� ABC World News Tonight anchor David Muir on Twitter.

On Sunday Alex Trebek, who hosted the quiz show 'Jeopardy!' for more than 30 years, died.

For nearly two years Trebek battled pancreatic cancer.

Tributes poured in Sunday from former contestants and celebrities for the beloved host:

“Alex wasn’t just the best ever at what he did. He was also a lovely and deeply decent man, and I’m grateful for every minute I got to spend with him ... Thinking today about his family and his Jeopardy! family �� which, in a way, included millions of us.�� “Jeopardy!�� contestant Ken Jennings on Twitter.

“It was one of the great privileges of my life to spend time with this courageous man while he fought the battle of his life. You will never be replaced in our hearts, Alex,�� “Jeopardy!�� contestant James Holzhauer on Twitter.

It was one of the great privileges of my life to spend time with this courageous man while he fought the battle of his life. You will never be replaced in our hearts, Alex.
— James Holzhauer (@James_Holzhauer)

“Alex Trebek was kind enough to film a cameo for our film Free Guy last year despite his battle. He was gracious and funny. In addition to being curious, stalwart, generous, reassuring and of course, Canadian. We love you, Alex. And always will,�� Actor Ryan Reynolds on Twitter.

“We mourn the loss of #alextrebek �� a friend, a colleague, an icon. He graced us with warmth, wit & pure elegance, which is why we welcomed him into our homes night after night, year after year. We are deeply saddened for his wife Jean, his family & millions of Jeopardy fans,�� Walt Disney Co. executive chairman Robert Iger on Twitter.

“My heart breaks for the Trebek family upon hearing this heartbreaking news. Alex Trebek was a legend. There was no one like him. Kind, elegant, talented, good. Heaven just became brighter and we here on earth mourn him,�� Maria Shriver on Twitter.

“I was obsessed with Jeopardy as a nerdy kid growing up in Ohio. I’ve loved and revered Alex Trebek since I can remember. What an iconic career. RIP Alex Trebek,�� Musician John Legend on Twitter.

I was obsessed with Jeopardy as a nerdy kid growing up in Ohio. I’ve loved and revered Alex Trebek since I can remember. What an iconic career. RIP Alex Trebek.
— John Legend (@johnlegend)

“We have lost an icon. Almost every night for more than three decades, Alex Trebek entertained and educated millions around the world, instilling in so many of us a love for trivia. My deepest condolences to his family, friends, and all who are mourning this tremendous loss,�� Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Twitter.

“Couldn’t we have one nice weekend? A kind gentleman whose excellence was so consistent, it was easy to take for granted. Rest well, Mr. Trebek,�� Jimmy Kimmel on Twitter.

“RIP Alex Trebek. A true, true gentleman and courageous hero. May flights of angels sing thee to thy rest,�� —Actor Viola Davis on Twitter.

“I'm so saddened that Alex Trebek has passed. Growing up, he made me feel like my nerdiness was valuable and I loved learning from watching Jeopardy. It was our family’s nightly pleasure,�� TV personality and author Padma Lakshmi on Twitter.

“Alex Trebek hosted Jeopardy for 36 years. What an incredible career and remarkable life. I’m sending love to his family and fans.�� Comedian Ellen DeGeneres on Twitter.

Alex Trebek hosted Jeopardy for 36 years. What an incredible career and remarkable life. I’m sending love to his family and fans.
— The Ellen Show (@TheEllenShow)

"I am overwhelmed with emotion right now and my heart goes out to the Trebek family," �� “Jeopardy!�� contestant Burt Thakur on Twitter.

“I’m honored to have known Alex Trebek, have a few meals with him, have him share some of his wisdom. On the @TCM cruise, he got me to swim w/ the dolphins. No one else could’ve done that. He was the best at what he did,�� TCM host Ben Mankiewicz on Twitter.

“Alex Trebek, you brought us so much knowledge, both important and fun, through the years. Your final battle with cancer was heroic, and we are heartbroken that it has taken you from us. I’ll take ‘Great TV Personas of Our Time�� for $800. The heavens have all the answers now,�� Actor George Takei on Twitter.

“So saddened to hear Alex Trebek has died. It was an honor to share the dinner hour with him. He fought his cancer battle valiantly,�� ABC World News Tonight anchor David Muir on Twitter.

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'We have lost an icon': Many pay tribute to late 'Jeopardy!' host Alex Trebek

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