NEWS: Bob Iger Comments on Alex Trebek's Passing

The world lost an incredible television personality as it was announced earlier today that Alex Trebek has passed away.

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Alex Trebek is best known as the host of the hit television game show, Jeopardy.

Alex Trebek has been a household name for years from his work on television. Many people have shared their condolences online including the Executive Chairman for the Disney company, Bob Iger.

We mourn the loss of #alextrebek -a friend, a colleague, an icon. He graced us with warmth, wit & pure elegance, which is why we welcomed him into our homes night after night, year after year.
We are deeply saddened for his wife Jean, his family & millions of Jeopardy fans.

— Robert Iger (@RobertIger) November 8, 2020

Iger mourns the loss of a friend and colleague, and explains how Trebek was important to so many people. Trebek passed away this morning at the age of 80 after a battle with pancreatic cancer. Our thoughts are with Trebek’s family and fans during this time.