Alex Trebek had specific preferences for his successor as the host of Jeopardy!
Alex Trebek's Preferred Choice for Jeopardy! Host
Before his passing, Alex Trebek had considered several individuals as potential candidates to take over his iconic role as the host of Jeopardy!. Among those he publicly expressed a desire for was Laura Coates, a well-known CNN legal analyst.
The Consideration of Laura Coates
Trebek's mention of Laura Coates highlighted his vision for the future of the beloved game show. Despite Trebek's stated interest in her, Coates later revealed that when she approached the show's producers about the hosting opportunity, she was informed that she would not be considered. This interaction occurred even after Trebek had publicly identified her as a potential fit for the role. While Trebek had "a couple of people in mind," Laura Coates was specifically named as one of his choices for the Jeopardy! host.
