'So Long': Alex Trebek Appears As Jeopardy! Host For The Last Time | NBC News

Alex Trebek’s final episode as host of Jeopardy! aired on Friday January 8, 2021. It was taped ten days before Trebek passed away on November 8, 2020, after battling stage 4 pancreatic cancer.» Subscribe to NBC News: nbcnews.to/Subs...
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'So Long': Alex Trebek Appears As Jeopardy! Host For The Last Time | NBC News

[@KB-xy3zw]

Legend never dies. This show will never be the same again. Rest easy!

[@Angie2343]

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[@22lyric]

But it's STILL really good and Ken is doing a fabulous job!

[@johnwattdotca]

Back in the early sixties, when Jeopardy began, my father wrote to the station, seeing the address as credits at the end of the show, saying contestants were given a board game version of Jeopardy as a parting gift, wondering if he could buy one for our family. He got one and when we played it during picnics along the Niagara River other people would come over to watch and get into it. We made up our own cards to make it interesting as Scottish Canadians and kept it going for years. Only once, in my entire life, watching it on TV, with Alex Trebek, did I get every question correct for the first half of the show. Am I ever glad I had witnesses.

[@vtheg4842]

Ok??? Good for u bud

[@johnwattdotca]

@@vtheg4842 Considering the hate replies and profanity I get, as a Canadian, this comment was good for me.

[@vtheg4842]

@@johnwattdotca good for u bud

[@johnwattdotca]

@@vtheg4842 It was good me for me, just like it was good for everyone, when TV shows had an address at the end so you could write a letter and ask about something. And you got one back. That was before 1-800 numbers.

[@potato.407]

@@vtheg4842 you wanna be different so bad 😂

[@cocoa111-]

The last "so long" really got me right in the heart 《♡》

[@garryjohnson3781]

His speech at the end of this episode got me.,...... that's when I knew he wasn't coming back

[@brandi5720]

SAME!! 😭

[@nunyabiznez6381]

A brilliant man who hosed the most educational show in the history of television. R.I.P.

[@kimatalasiawomenfighter1975]

Exactly; his voice had my heart broked and launched out of my chest.💔💔💔

[@John-mf6ky]

I never watched much jeopardy, but Trebek was an absolute legend and gem of a man.

[@jaylin4eva]

What is "I miss you" Alex.....

[@darylallen2485]

You're crying! Im not crying!

[@Tropicalfrooploops]

A real man. Died on his feet, doing what he loved. Everyone appreciated him too

[@MillsSkits]

He was the perfect host for Jeopardy.

[@trevor6434]

yes

[@fornitegood122jr6]

@@trevor6434 indeed

[@Frankie-O]

💯

[@garryjohnson3781]

Definitely

[@mercedestrenz1881]

Couldn't agree more.

[@kawilui]

REST IN PEACE Alex

[@elijahvincent985]

You wouldn't even think he was very near death with the amount of passion he still bore in his voice like he did with the first episodes. What a legend.

[@beani24329]

Having watched the show for a long time, you can tell he wasn’t well in the last episodes. His voice was extremely hoarse.

[@shiobunn]

I cried very much, and still do now in 2024. may the angel Rest In Peace.

[@BenJabituya]

Alex had a good sense of humor, kindness and willing to teach us new things we may or may not have been taught in school. What Alex Trebek was to me, he was like the schoolteacher we all wished we had.

[@Angie2343]

Agreed.

[@rajnirvan3336]

As a Brit I remember watching him whenever I was on holiday in USA from 1990s until late 2010s. He was a legend RIP Sir Alex

[@brandon9610]

An American Icon has gone but not forgotten. R.I.P. Alex my heart goes out to your Family the World is a lesser place without him

[@stadbab]

all true except he's canadian :)

[@Legolas2]

@@stadbab He became an American citizen in 1998

[@muscleman125]

@@stadbab We love our Canadian cousins that have made America their home and have entertained us so much!

[@dwaynekeenum1916]

@@stadbabyou can’t read, he became more than that

[@ericavila-0252]

Back then he was a funny man, and now he's normal and maybe a little serious, but still enjoyed the game, RIP Legend

[@ucctgg]

He had reason to be serious.

[@markobacu7315]

I can't believe he's gone.😭😭😭😭 Goodbye, Alex. You'll be missed forever and thank you for everything. You're in our hearts forever and ever. We all love you very much!🫂🫂🫂😢😢😢 The way that he said "so long" and "we'll see you next week" broke my heart.💔 RIP Alex Trebek 1940-2020 ⚰️

[@benjaminreynolds3780]

I know I'm writing 3 years later, but roughly 3 years after Alex died, my grandpa passed away. He was a big Jeopardy fan and that was always what I watched when I went over to my grandparents house. I even remember how sad he was when Alex died and he even read the memoir of Alex's before his passing. Miss you Grandpa!

[@mysticalgamer1013]

Rest In Peace, Alex Trebek

[@kathygoheen4626]

My favorite host of my favorite game. Thanks Alex. Rest in peaceful knowledge.

[@sylviab6090]

Can't take Jennings in his place

[@lollywatts2167]

He is irreplaceable ❤️♥️

[@sarahford2451]

He really is!!!😭😭

[@curtisallred7250]

We can't replace Alex but we can honor him by playing the game he loved.

[@fornitegood122jr6]

@@curtisallred7250 maybe

[@marbo842]

What is heartbreak? So long champion.

[@Frankie-O]

💔

[@RobertoLopez-xb1mj]

At 1:07, I can easily picture the pearly gates to heaven in place of the podium. And behind those same pearly gates, there are lots of angels looking on waiting to welcome Alex Trebek home forever. Then the Lord says to Alex, "Welcome home, my son. You are at peace for eternity." RIP, Alex. You will forever live in our hearts. ☁️🌤️☁️

[@autumnalburn]

I'll miss this man so much. It has always been an aspiration of mine to be on Jeopardy, and I'm saddened by the fact that we'll not get to see him host anymore. He was strong and brilliant clear up to the end.

[@Koskos504]

He will be eternally missed! RIP, Alex Trebek.

[@alanbal1816]

There is a bar in New Orleans where a lot of the folks from Tulane University hang out, down on Decatur in the French Quarter. 6 days a week when Jeopardy comes on the huge horseshoe bar becomes silent. Folks start chiming in with the questions, but not in a question form, so they can get it in before the contestants buzz in and respond. For final Jeopardy, a beer pitcher is passed around, with slips of paper and pencils for your question, and everyone puts in a buck. I got a big haul once, splitting with one other guy. We were the only 2 there who new that there was a senate seat open in Tennessee because Al Gore was now Vice President. Good times with our dear friend Alex! Thank you so much!

[@jeremiah.massillon]

Wow. Now that’s a story.

[@uospoom]

But you don't know how to spell "knew"?

[@F4ncySu1tan]

watching jeopardy will never be the same, R.I.P to one of the greatest, if not THE greatest, television host of all time.

[@jamesrichardson4141]

Loved him since High Rollers.

[@eyeseer1]

The first, the finest and the fairest farewell. Alex brought the game into Jeopardy.

[@anthonyvees9400]

So long and rest in peace Forever Alex. Goodbye GOAT The King of all game shows.

[@HeisMertz_]

How is it possible that a man that was integral in my grandparents life, my parents life, and my life feels like he was taken away too soon. He fought hard til the end and never stopped doing what he loved. I will miss you at 7:30 every night Mr. Trebek. Thank you for everything you’ve done and for those you continue to inspire!

[@RealTalkWithRickyPaquiot]

*He will be forever missed. Thank You Alex Trebek. RIP*

[@diegomelendez9918]

Thank you for making Jeopardy fun... sophisticated and educational

[@Thrifty032781]

I got choked up a little. Almost cried. The man was a legend. 36 years hosting Jeopardy and many years hosting other shows before that, and never a whiff of scandal. Nobody seemed to have a bad word to say about him.

[@BaarBear]

RIP Alex!! You made being smart cool!

[@mikeriggs471]

On behalf of my family with deep sadness as we say so long to our favorite gameshow host Mister Alex Trebek and i remember watching wrestlemania 7 on Sunday Night March the 24th 1991 I saw Alex Trebek in the ring being the special guest celebrity ring announcer for the Main Event for the world wrestling federation heavyweight championship between the world wrestling federation heavyweight champion Sgt slaughter vs Hulk Hogan and when Hulk Hogan won the world wrestling federation heavyweight championship in the city of the Angel's i knew that Alex Trebek was an Hulkamaican and he's in heaven and we will miss him and now ladies and gentlemen this is Mike Riggs saying in the words of the late great Alex Trebek so long everyone

[@girlfriend677]

That's awesome! Thanks Mike

[@mikeriggs471]

@@girlfriend677 you're Welcome

[@tartarus216]

So long Alex

[@wildcarma4022]

What an amazing man!

[@purple1432]

This man made my day when I was younger. This feels too bad

[@68corvette08]

You can tell in his voice that he was weak. I'm glad nothing stopped him from doing what he loved.

[@ryanmclaughlin4367]

RIP Alex

[@jametoriaburton6201]

Alex Trebek was a great human being who graced us with his enduring presence, wit, humor and kindness during his time on this earth. Ken Jennings is carrying on his legacy beautifully. Keep Ken!

[@jeanfitzgerald6102]

Never can be replaced

[@Frankie-O]

Ken Jennings is the most perfect replacement.

[@revinhatol]

So long, Alex. "Once Before I Go"

[@madonna0625]

what an amazing human being, and im proud to be canadian because of alex trebek, :)

[@devonsatchell]

SO LONG ALEX. till we meet again

[@bastianbux5107]

Alex is in heaven we will see him Amen

[@Angie2343]

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[@polzer17]

So long fellow Canadian!! May you forever Rest In Peace!! You are missed

[@bluefalcon0001]

GOAT of any game show period.

[@HowIFoundYourName]

Thank you Alex for so many wonderful years

[@trashboity8773]

Bro aged like fine wine

[@nicolaspecorelli5207]

I miss him so much. I can’t believe it’s been 3 years already.

[@carterlewis0608]

...at the end of every show and throughout the years, Mr. Alex Trebek has always called me by my name: Dso Long...the capital D is silent though.

[@gwynethbaker1619]

Rest well, Alex Trebek. Jeopardy is very educational.

[@960wattoffgridrv]

the most intelligent and knowledgeable people on television in my opinion. I no longer watch the game show. but some day another television genius will continue to educate the watching population.

[@workingguy6666]

We took over care of a Rottweiler (dog) that Trebec was slated to be the original owner of. He rejected it. It was of superior breeding (size, temperament), but it had an over-bite, so it wasn't show-worthy. Its name was Alex after Alex Trebec. Great dog.

[@ReadyBergStudios3]

_Rest in Peace_ *_Alex Trebek_*

[@twillacatron7596]

One of the contestants was named Yoshi, best nickname ever

[@teishiamcleod5154]

R. I P MY FRIEND 🙏

[@marchoffman6878]

he.s gone but not forgotten.

[@mynameisnotimportant2854]

He does sound sick 😢. May he rip. Jeopardy will never be the same without him.

[@Sheyper1]

I grew up with Alex...Jeopardy will never...never...never be the same..RIP Alex RIP Bob Barker RIP Casey Kasem

[@garryjohnson3781]

Bob Barker is still alive

[@gloriamaggs5453]

What a treasure.

[@lindih111]

What a man ❤ !!...taught me so much ,thank you Alex Trebek

[@antonmarashaj4358]

Rest In Peace Alex Trebek you were the best!

[@thatswhatshesaid69]

It hurts me to hear his voice like that though 😭😭😭

[@Spangenberg78]

The classiest game show host EVER! #RIP

[@dr.alexander7039]

Godspeed, sir.

[@oggie]

Rest In Peace Kebert Xla

[@barbmanhart4946]

You will be missed so much Alex. Watched you since the beginning. 💖💖

[@acsone3546]

10 days before he passed! Wow. What a pro.

[@yungpluto5355]

so long 😭🤧💔

[@420thebass]

This man deserves a statue in the name of cable OG tv

[@sarahford2451]

Agreed!!!!👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@RodolfoJrPaccial]

Rip Alex 😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@jenniferdijames1671]

Miss you Alex.

[@frankydman]

What is... a legend

[@mattheww797]

He was a hero to boomers everywhere

[@The_Ælchemist]

Still hurts 4 years later

[@DrFill-ht3eh]

I honestly don't think jeopardy will ever be the same..

[@Chronorust]

Gives me Mr. Rodgers vibes, man. Guy was a legend and always will be.

[@DJrArchives]

RIP Alex ❤️

[@EvanDahill]

10 days? Jeez. What balls.

[@thouartdust7464]

I discovered him after his death. Now I miss him..

[@Chris-fo8wp]

So Long, Alex.....

[@karengarrett3000]

A great man he was!!

[@davegoodwin1848]

So long Alex.

[@robbystechman6384]

What a way to go just beautiful

[@eyanosasioux9575]

Rest In Peace.

[@michaelcharlesthearchangel]

JEOPARDY! (2022) The film about the career of Alex Trebek.

[@adamsmith8689]

I like how he told people to get their pets spayed or neutered.

[@marchoffman6878]

he might not be permanently replaced.

[@stephane8621]

Q: Canadian Icon! A: "who is Alex Trebek?"

[@sarahwaters8262]

💗

[@KoldTrain]

RIP

[@jonathanfalkowsky672]

Originally supposed to air around christmas time but aired in early January 2021. It was taped in late October 2020. Must be weird to wish merry Christmas in october.

[@TomM2727]

Maybe to some, but those who work in television are probably used to it

[@AnastasiaBeaverhousn]

❤️

[@GrandmaSkillz]

crying

[@WattUNeed]

Great stuff classy guy.

[@revinhatol]

So long.

[@TheAfkersCommunity]

🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@TomM2727]

Ken Jennings is a good host, but there'll will never be another Alex Trebek