"Celebrity Jeopardy! Season 3: Hollywood's Prestigious Event on ABC"

Contestant Lineup

The star-studded lineup of contestants has been obtained by Entertainment Weekly and officially announced on Wednesday (January 18). This upcoming iteration of Celebrity Jeopardy! is set to pack a serious punch on network TV, featuring some very familiar faces. The contestants include a diverse group of celebrities from various fields.

Among them are some names that are sure to catch the attention of viewers. Each contestant brings their own unique charm and knowledge to the stage, making this season a must-watch for Jeopardy! fans.

Official Trailer

Along with the big news came an official trailer, which features a voiceover calling the special “Hollywood’s most prestigious event.” Cut to host Ken Jennings, who playfully asks, “Not what you were expecting?” Jennings is not only hosting this special but also continuing his duties as the syndicated host.

The rollout also came with a flashy poster of him (shown below), adding to the excitement of the event. His role as the host was a source of relief for some fans, as there was speculation that Mayim Bialik might still be hosting.

Fan Reactions

Fans have been flooding the Jeopardy! Reddit thread, sharing their thoughts on the lineup and speculating about who they think will win. One fan wrote, “I think Roy Wood jr is going to win. Comedians do way better than people think they do on celebrity jeopardy.”

Another fan joked, “I can’t wait to see Neil deGrasse Tyson crash and burn.” A third fan wrote, “Hmm, Alvarez being announced a day after this article dropped.” And a fourth fan said, “Mina Kimes is my pick to win. Seth Green should do very well.”

Overall, there is a lot of excitement and anticipation among fans for this season of Celebrity Jeopardy!.

Episode Format and Prizes

Once again, Celebrity Jeopardy! will consist of hour-long episodes, including the thrilling Triple Jeopardy round. The competition will be held in a tournament style, with quarterfinals, semifinals, and a final.

The special will air weekly on Wednesdays, and the winner will receive a $1 million prize (for their chosen charity) and a berth in the next Tournament of Champions. This adds an extra layer of excitement and motivation for the contestants.

Previous Winners

Season 1 of Celebrity Jeopardy! was won by Ike Barinholtz, who stunned America by nearly making it to the finals of the 2024 Tournament of Champions. Season 2’s winner was Lisa Ann Walter, who bowed out of the 2025 ToC but will be competing in the following one.

These previous winners have set a high bar for the current season, and fans are eager to see who will emerge as the champion this time around.

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