LeVar Burton Wasn’t Selected As New ‘Jeopardy’ Host And Folks Aren’t Taking It Well
After weeks of celebrity hosts, current executive producer Mike Richards and actor Mayim Bialik have officially been named permanent co-hosts of Jeopardy, according to reports from Variety.
When news broke about who would be the next hosts of Jeopardy, LeVar Burton fans didn’t receive the news too well.
Even if nothing comes from it, I can’t tell how much how I appreciate all y’alls love and support! 🙏🏾♥️
Petition · Make LeVar Burton the next host of Jeopardy! · https://t.co/60lC1WCD61
https://t.co/QFxedpuWpU— LeVar Burton (@levarburton) November 12, 2020
Always the gentleman, Burton was gracious in his response as he prepared himself for the outcome.
“I have said many times over these past weeks that no matter the outcome, I’ve won,” Burton tweeted. “The outpouring of love and support from family, friends, and fans alike has been incredible! If love is the ultimate blessing and I believe that it is, I am truly blessed beyond measure.”
I have said many times over these past weeks that no matter the outcome, I’ve won. The outpouring of love and support from family, friends, and fans alike has been incredible! If love is the ultimate blessing and I believe that it is, I am truly blessed beyond measure. 🙏🏾
— LeVar Burton (@levarburton) August 5, 2021
As expected, you can count on Twitter to provide the best reactions to Burton not being chosen as Jeopardy’s new host.
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