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- ‘Jeopardy’ fans slam Ken Jennings as ‘classless’ after he made a contestant lick his own elbow (marketrealist.com)
Ken Jennings Stirs Up ‘Jeopardy!’ Fans with Elbow-Licking Stunt
“Jeopardy!” host Ken Jennings recently raised eyebrows after a contestant showcased an unusual talent on the show.
Contestant Andrew Knowles revealed he could lick his elbow, prompting Jennings to ask for a demonstration. The audience cheered Knowles on as he performed the feat, but the moment sparked mixed reactions online.
Some viewers criticized Jennings for what they considered a “classless” stunt, arguing it lowered the show’s standards. One social media user lamented, “Sad that the only intelligent game show on TV has stooped to this level.” Another declared that Alex Trebek “must be rolling over in his grave.”
However, other fans defended Jennings, finding the incident entertaining. One commented, “Better show with Ken,” while another joked, “This dude totally stole my thing to talk about if I am ever on Jeopardy.”
This isn’t the first time “Jeopardy!” fans have voiced strong opinions on social media.
A previous episode caused a stir when none of the contestants could identify music icon Gordon Lightfoot, leading to widespread expressions of disbelief and disappointment online. It seems “Jeopardy!”
viewers remain passionate and engaged, ready to share their thoughts on everything from unexpected talents to surprising knowledge gaps.