Ken Jennings just dropped a bomb on “Jeopardy!” with this obscene word–Fans can't believe he said it!
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Ken Jennings, the beloved host of Jeopardy! and one of the show's most successful contestants, has always had a knack for keeping viewers on their toes. Known for his witty quips, this contestant-turned-host has kept fans of the show delighted for years already.
As time passes, loyal viewers of Jeopardy! have noticed progress in the lingo used in the clues of the show. In a recent episode, Jennings took everyone by surprise, not with a tricky question or a witty retort, but by using a jaw-dropping term that had fans' shocked and social media buzzing.
The episode in question saw returning champion Dave Bond, a retired grant writer from New York, competing against Zach DeBoer, a graduate student from North Carolina, and Erin Adams, a historian and educator from Tennessee.
Dave, who had already secured a one-day winning of $25,000, was looking to add to his winnings and perhaps secure a spot in the next Tournament of Champions.
As the game progressed, it was clear that Dave's strategy of playing aggressively was paying off. He doubled his score to $8,000 by correctly answering a clue about endorphins under the category of Scientific Discoveries.
But it was during the Double Jeopardy! round that Ken Jennings made his unexpected move. Ken read the clue, “Identified in the 1970s, these pain-relieving proteins in the brain were named to reflect their similarity to morphine.”
“What are endorphins?” Dave responded, earning $8,000 to his score. This round had Dave in the lead with $8,400, while Zach followed with $6,000, and Erin with $4,800.
The second batch of categories were then revealed, including LITERARY LANDMARKS, IN THE KITCHEN, GENDERED LANGUAGE, “A” FOR ART, LAKES, and 2024 DNC STATE ROLL CALL SONGS.
It was under “A” for Art that Ken read a clue that would soon become the talk of the town: “3-word title of a titan in the Prado: She’s reaching for the forbidden fruit, he’s reaching for her b**b.”
Zach won points with the answer, “What is Adam and Eve?”
The word '”b**b”, a casual slang term for a woman's breast, is not what viewers expect to hear on the traditionally conservative game show. “Today I learned you can say b**b on Jeopardy!,” one fan said.
The use of such informal language marked a noticeable shift from the show's usual lexicon, and fans were quick to react.
Social media lit up with comments ranging from amusement to surprise, with many noting that Jeopardy! seemed to be modernizing its approach to language after decades on the air.
Some fans expressed their disbelief, with social media posts like, “It's taken about 50 years, but by using "b**b" in a clue in reference to a female breast, Jeopardy! has finally progressed to the level of language used by 1970s Match Game.”
Others pondered the choice of words, asking if anyone else was surprised by the informality of the term used, such as the fan that commented, “I’m of course not at all offended, but I am actually really surprised they use something so informal like b**b, and not breast or chest, anyone else?”
Despite the linguistic bombshell, the game continued, and Dave maintained his lead heading into Final Jeopardy! with $16,400.
The category for the final clue was “TV Characters,” and it was a close race to the finish. In the end, Dave emerged victorious, adding $26,400 to his winnings, while Erin and Zach finished with $13,000 and $12,000, respectively.
What do you think about Jeopardy! using more colloquial language? Is it a sign of the times, or should the show stick to its more traditional roots? Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments below!
As time passes, loyal viewers of Jeopardy! have noticed progress in the lingo used in the clues of the show. In a recent episode, Jennings took everyone by surprise, not with a tricky question or a witty retort, but by using a jaw-dropping term that had fans' shocked and social media buzzing.
The episode in question saw returning champion Dave Bond, a retired grant writer from New York, competing against Zach DeBoer, a graduate student from North Carolina, and Erin Adams, a historian and educator from Tennessee.
Dave, who had already secured a one-day winning of $25,000, was looking to add to his winnings and perhaps secure a spot in the next Tournament of Champions.
As the game progressed, it was clear that Dave's strategy of playing aggressively was paying off. He doubled his score to $8,000 by correctly answering a clue about endorphins under the category of Scientific Discoveries.
But it was during the Double Jeopardy! round that Ken Jennings made his unexpected move. Ken read the clue, “Identified in the 1970s, these pain-relieving proteins in the brain were named to reflect their similarity to morphine.”
“What are endorphins?” Dave responded, earning $8,000 to his score. This round had Dave in the lead with $8,400, while Zach followed with $6,000, and Erin with $4,800.
Jeopardy! host Ken Jennings surprised viewers by using the informal term “b**b” on air, deviating from the show's typical conservative language. Image source: Jeopardy! via Youtube.
The second batch of categories were then revealed, including LITERARY LANDMARKS, IN THE KITCHEN, GENDERED LANGUAGE, “A” FOR ART, LAKES, and 2024 DNC STATE ROLL CALL SONGS.
It was under “A” for Art that Ken read a clue that would soon become the talk of the town: “3-word title of a titan in the Prado: She’s reaching for the forbidden fruit, he’s reaching for her b**b.”
Zach won points with the answer, “What is Adam and Eve?”
The word '”b**b”, a casual slang term for a woman's breast, is not what viewers expect to hear on the traditionally conservative game show. “Today I learned you can say b**b on Jeopardy!,” one fan said.
The use of such informal language marked a noticeable shift from the show's usual lexicon, and fans were quick to react.
Social media lit up with comments ranging from amusement to surprise, with many noting that Jeopardy! seemed to be modernizing its approach to language after decades on the air.
Some fans expressed their disbelief, with social media posts like, “It's taken about 50 years, but by using "b**b" in a clue in reference to a female breast, Jeopardy! has finally progressed to the level of language used by 1970s Match Game.”
Others pondered the choice of words, asking if anyone else was surprised by the informality of the term used, such as the fan that commented, “I’m of course not at all offended, but I am actually really surprised they use something so informal like b**b, and not breast or chest, anyone else?”
Despite the linguistic bombshell, the game continued, and Dave maintained his lead heading into Final Jeopardy! with $16,400.
The category for the final clue was “TV Characters,” and it was a close race to the finish. In the end, Dave emerged victorious, adding $26,400 to his winnings, while Erin and Zach finished with $13,000 and $12,000, respectively.
What do you think about Jeopardy! using more colloquial language? Is it a sign of the times, or should the show stick to its more traditional roots? Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments below!
