Anderson Cooper Eyes Jeopardy! Host Role

0:00On May 1st, Anderson Cooper is eyeing a full-time spot as Jeopardy, host, and it's got current MC Ken Jennings looking over his shoulder. Back in 2021, Cooper guest hosted and even won twice on the show himself. Now sources say he's pushing hard for the permitting gig after stepping away from 60 minutes this year. Jennings took over after Alex Trebek passed in 2020. He started as a guest host, then co-hosted with May and Biallik in 2022 before going solo, but ratings have dipped lately, sparking talk of changes, fans seem a bit over Jennings and execs wants to polish their top earner, even Jimmy Kimmel's shown interest in the role. Cooper's move style and that serious vibe could feel the Alex Trebek void better inside his whisper. The 58-year-old journalist wrapped two decades at 60 minutes in February and might not stick around seeing it much longer either. Word is his contracts up soon, and everyone's watching his next move. With Cooper's real love for game shows, especially Jeopardy, this shakeup feels like it's just

1:04getting started. Keep an ear out for who lands that. Golden Microphone. I'm Corey with The Story, and you've been listening to Entertainment and Celebrity News today. AI-powered pop culture coverage.