What to know about former host Mayim Bialik
Mayim Bialik is an American actress from San Diego, California, who was born on December 12, 1975.
Her cinematic debut was in the film Beaches, where she portrayed the younger version of Bette Midler's lead character.
Mayim experienced a career breakthrough after signing on to star in the NBC sitcom Blossom in 1991.
The show ran for four years, wrapping up in May 1995, but Bialik went on to enjoy much more success in the years that followed.
Mayim Balik fired from Jepardy!, continued
After Mayim announced her departure on Instagram, the show's official Instagram page confirmed the news.
The statement read: "Mayim Bialik has announced she will no longer be hosting the syndicated [or nightly] version of Jeopardy!."
"We have made the decision to have one host for the syndicated show next season to maintain continuity for our viewers.
They went on to say that Ken Jennings would be the sole host of the show.
"We are truly grateful for all of Mayim's contributions to Jeopardy!, and we hope to work with her in the future on primetime specials," the game show wrote.
Mayim Bialik fired from Jeopardy!
On December 15, Mayim announced that she was let go from Jeopardy! after hosting the show for three years after Alex Trebek's tragic death in 2020.
Mayim captioned her Instagram post: "Jeopardy! announcement."
"As the Holiday break begins in Hollywood, I have some Jeopardy! news," she began.
"Sony has informed me that I will no longer be hosting the syndicated version of Jeopardy!."
The actress went on: "I am incredibly honored to have been nominated for a primetime Emmy for hosting this year and am deeply grateful for the opportunity to have been part of the Jeopardy! family."
"For all of you who have supported me through this journey and to the fans, contestants, writers, staff of America's favorite quiz show, thank you."
Jeopardy! brings in high ratings, continued
Last season, Mayim averaged about 3.9 million viewers per episode, according to Neilson data.
Only five episodes she hosted broke the 4 million viewership mark - including the premiere.
Ken broke her record during the Season 2 premiere with 4.66 million viewers tuning in.
Jeopardy! brings in high ratings
Ken Jennings co-hosted Jeopardy! with Mayim Bialik prior to her departure.
Mayim hosted the first season of the celebrity spinoff alone but exited in support of the Writers Guild of America strikes.
This season is Ken's first time hosting and ratings are souring.
November 15's episode featuring actor Macaulay Culkin, SNL star Rachel Dratch, and WWE pro Becky Lynch (who had a record-setting bad performance) pulled in 4.66 million viewers, The Wrap reported.
Lisa Ann Walter's career statistics
Lisa Ann Walter's career statistics, per Jeopardy! Fan are:
- 60 correct, 8 incorrect
- 6/7 on rebound attempts (on 15 rebound opportunities)
- 31.55% in first on buzzer (53/168)
- 5/6 on Daily Doubles (Net Earned: $4,800)
- 2/2 in Final Jeopardy
- Average Coryat: $15,950
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