Ken Jennings Criticizes Controversial Answer on ‘Jeopardy!’ and Offers Apology to Woman Contestant

During a recent episode of “Jeopardy!”, host Ken Jennings called out a “problematic” answer when a male contestant made a joke about women who wear glasses in response to a clue about rhyming phrases. The female contestant, Heather Ryan, was the only woman on the show and happened to be wearing glasses. Jennings quickly apologized to Ryan for the uncomfortable moment. The quote attributed to Dorothy Parker, “Men rarely make passes at girls who wear glasses,” was completed by another contestant, Will Wallace, who acknowledged the inappropriateness of the remark. Despite the awkward exchange, Ryan continued to play the game and ultimately came in second place, losing to contestant Ian Taylor by just $1. The incident raised eyebrows and left viewers wondering about the appropriateness of certain jokes and comments on the popular game show. Representatives for “Jeopardy!” have not yet commented on the situation. The episode highlighted the importance of sensitivity and respect towards all contestants, regardless of gender, in the competitive environment of the show. Ultimately, the game continued as usual, but the incident served as a reminder of the need to be mindful of the language and humor used on television.

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