
Who Was Alex Trebek?
By Pam Pollack & Meg BelvisoThis book tells the story of life of Alex Trebek, the famous host of the game show Jeopardy. He was born in Ontario, Canada, in 1940. As a child, he loved listening to the radio and dreamed of working in broadcasting. He started his career as a reporter for the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation in 1961. Later, his calm voice and quick thinking helped him become the host of Jeopardy. He hosted the show for 36 years, becoming a well-loved figure and winning many awards. His kindness and smart style made him admired by both contestants and viewers across the country.