'Jeopardy!' will have 2 hosts, including 'Big Bang Theory' actress

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- 'Jeopardy!' is breaking some expectations as it announces its official new host to replace Alex Trebek.

The beloved host, who died of cancer last year, left a closely-watched opening for which show producers tested multiple guest hosts.

The show has unexpectedly decided to bring on two of them, TMZ reports.

'Jeopardy!' Executive Producer Mike Richards is the new permanent host, as previously reported. But he shares the title with actress Mayim Bialik, of 'Big Bang Theory' fame.

Bialik, who confirmed the news via Twitter, was one of the guest hosts, along with Richards. According to Deadline, she will also be hosting the spinoff series, like the upcoming Jeopardy! National College Championship.

IT’S TRUE!!! Been waiting a long time to tell you all. Really really honored and astounded and excited for this - it’s beyond anything I ever imagined could happen. https://t.co/MZpXV7a9xf @Jeopardy

— Mayim Bialik (@missmayim) August 11, 2021

The two are taking over after nearly four decades of Trebek.

Before arriving at 'Jeopardy!' Richards worked as an EP on game shows like 'The Price is Right' and 'Wheel of Fortune.' He has also been a host on 'The Pyramid' and 'Beauty and the Geek,' according to his bio.

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