Guide Note
Alex Trebek is a Canadian-born naturalized American citizen who began hosting the syndicated television game show Jeopardy! in 1984.
Fast Facts
- Given Name: Giorgi Suka-Alex Trebek
- Born: July 22, 1940
- Birthplace: Sudbury, Ontario, Canada
- Father: George Edward Trebek
- Mother: Lucille Lagacé
- Spouse: Jean Currivan
- Ex-Spouse: Elaine Callei
- Children: Emily Trebek, Matthew Trebek
- Education: Malvern Collegiate Institute, University of Ottawa
- Degree: Philosophy
- Host: National Geography Bee, also Jeopardy!
- Awards: 4 Daytime Emmy Awards
What Is The Sincerest Form Of Flattery?
2009 marks Alex Trebek's 25th year as host of the syndicated game show Jeopardy, where contestants provide the answers to the questions. That longevity, coupled with Trebek's friendly but stoic delivery, has led to his being parodied many times in popular culture. Will Ferrell's impersonation on a number of Celebrity Jeopardy skits on Saturday Night Live were so popular, Trebek himself appeared as a guest.