Alex Trebek has died

[DaveNV]

RIP, Sir. You've earned your rest.

Alex Trebek Dead at 80 After Battling Pancreatic Cancer

Alex Trebek has died at the age of 80.

www.tmz.com

Dave

 

[jackio]

He was an inspiration and handled his illness with grace and dignity. May he Rest in Peace.

 

[Passepartout]

R.I.P. Sir. You brought pleasure to so many for so long. Adieu and Farewell!

 

[davidvel]

So sad. Always presented himself with such style and grace. One of my favorite shows ever, since as long as I can remember. He will be sorely missed.

 

[gnipgnop]

Rest in Peace dear Alex. Jeopardy will never be the same without you. Your wisdom was unbelievable.

 

[Karen G]

So sad to hear this news. We watch Jeopardy every night and will miss him. I read that episodes with him as host will continue to Dec. 25.

 

[WVBaker]

He seemed to be doing well. What a great loss.

 

[DaveNV]

I lost my older brother to pancreatic cancer last year. He only lived ten weeks after his diagnosis. For Alex to last a year and a half is remarkable. He fought a gallant fight.

Dave

 

[Luanne]

I lost my older brother to pancreatic cancer last year. He only lived ten weeks after his diagnosis. For Alex to last a year and a half is remarkable. He fought a gallant fight.

Dave

My father passed away from pancreatic cancer as well. He only lived about 6 weeks past his diagnosis. It's a horrible disease.

Alex will be greatly missed.

 

[JanT]

No one will ever take his place in Jeopardy, that’s for certain. A gracious, loving, caring and decent man. His legacy will live on forever. R.I.P. dear Alex.

 

[WVBaker]

A very informative story from CBC.

https://www.cbc.ca/news/entertainment/alex-trebek-obituary-1.5794540

 

[Chrisky]

Burt Thakur, A Jeopardy winner just this past Friday. Was interviewed by CBC News. He had such a lovely tribute for Alex Trebek. He said he learned English, sitting on his grandfather’s knee, watching Jeopardy.

Alex Trebek will be missed.

 

[Panina]

I was hoping he would be one of those who beat it. I have a friend who did. RIP, truly an Inspiring person who will be missed.

 

[TheTimeTraveler]

Mr. Trebek will surely be missed. He leaves a large void to be filled and I suspect it may be difficult finding someone who has the massive following that he had.


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[Brett]

I was also hoping he was in remission and would beat it. - sad

 

[Passepartout]

Mr. Trebek will surely be missed. He leaves a large void to be filled and I suspect it may be difficult finding someone who has the massive following that he had.

I suspect Ken Jennings was brought on board as an Associate Producer to ensure some continuity. I have a hunch Alex had a hand in the decision.

 

[AnnaS]

I was hoping he was one of the lucky ones - RIP Alex. The show will never be the same.

 

[silentg]

Sad to hear this. Always a gentleman til the end.

 

[pedro47]

RIP, Alex Trebek, your journey on earth is over. Will miss you my Canadian friend.
You were a true inspiration to all battling cancer.

 

[LannyPC]

Mr. Trebek will surely be missed. He leaves a large void to be filled and I suspect it may be difficult finding someone who has the massive following that he had.

First and foremost, condolences and thoughts to his friends, family, and co-workers. But on a secondary note, I don't envy the person who will replace him as host. The new host is always going to be compared to Trebek --- big shoes to fill.

 

[MULTIZ321]

Why pancreatic cancer is so deadly

Why pancreatic cancer is so deadly | CNN

Pancreatic cancer is the third-leading cause of death from cancer in the United States, after lung and colorectal cancers, according to the National Cancer Institute.

edition.cnn.com

RIP Alex. We're going to miss you.

Richard

 

[Sandy VDH]

I will still hear Alex on my daily Jeopardy Quiz on my smart device. RIP my fellow Canadian transplant.

 

[CanuckTravlr]

You were a true gentleman, Alex! You were one-of-a-kind and will be missed by both your fellow Canadians and fellow Americans. Your humility, graciousness, and positive outlook, in the face of a devastating cancer, set a tone that seems so often sadly lacking these days. You went out with style and on your own terms!

I have been a long-time fan of both Alex and "Jeopardy!". I had the privilege of meeting him early in his career, just over a half-century ago, when our high school was competing on the CBC quiz show "Reach for the Top" at the old CBC studios on Jarvis Street in Toronto. Even then he was bright, warm, and personable, just as we have so often seen over these many long years. My condolences to his family. May he now RIP.

 

[WVBaker]

ABC News Will Air Primetime Special Tonight On Alex Trebek’s Life And Legacy

ABC News Will Air Primetime Special Tonight On Alex Trebek’s Life And Legacy

ABC News Will Air Primetime Special Tonight On Alex Trebek's Life And Legacy

deadline.com

From the same site under:

Alex Trebek Dies: Longtime Host Of ‘Jeopardy!’ Was 80

"Jeopardy! recently began Trebek’s 37th season as show host. Earlier this year, he was aboard for the show’s high-rated “Greatest of All-Time” tournament on prime-time television. The tournament was won by Ken Jennings, whom some have speculated as the host who will take over from Trebek."

"Trebek-hosted episodes will air through December 25th. His last day taping in studio was October 29."

 

[karibkeith]

I thought he was going to beat it. He faced it with dignity right to the end. He was a broadcaster for his whole life starting while he was attending university in Ottawa. Although his latter career was in the United States, He never forgot he was born a Canadian in Sudbury Ontario and never relinquished his Canadian Citizenship. He became a US citizen when the US allowed dual citizenship in 1996. Jeopardy with Trebek for 35 years will survive but it will never be the same. Thanks Alex for all the good times. RIP. We all will miss you.