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Jeopardy! is one of America’s favorite quiz shows, yet viewers still hold grudges against its contestants.
In this article, we will review some of the more frequently leveled against Jeopardy! contestants and how some may not be as valid.
Bad Attitude
No one likes a sore loser and Jeopardy! fans are no exception. Contestants who make snarky comments or think too highly of themselves can expect to be criticized online.
Yogesh Raut, for instance, came under fire for his Facebook post in which he criticized Jeopardy!’s quiz culture and accused the show of rewarding looks and charisma over genuine talent.
Raut was accused of engaging in display when he admitted he held three Master’s degrees and replied to a query regarding the Statue of Liberty by providing its full name.
Raut was later labeled a sore loser when he expressed displeasure with Jeopardy! as a quizzing platform and discussed racism within trivia. Yet despite his negativity, he managed to walk away with nearly $100,000 in winnings.
Overly Enthusiastic
Jeopardy! fans are notoriously harsh critics when it comes to contestant enthusiasm; Matt Jackson and Jake DeArruda both found themselves subjected to harsh critique for being overexcited on-stage.
Jackson celebrated each correct answer with an enthusiastic fist pump or big smile, prompting some viewers to criticize his exuberance as too overexuberant. DeArruda received similar criticism for pumping his fists and touching them to his chin every time he made a Daily Double or answered correctly a question correctly.
Jackson also faced criticism for speaking over Ken Jennings, the show’s host. Regardless of this controversy, both Jackson and DeArruda did well on the show, with Jackson going on to win multiple games as a result of it.
Awkward Mannerisms
Jeopardy! viewers have a reputation for harshly criticizing contestants with awkward mannerisms; Mattea Roach in particular received criticism for holding her hands at chest level when speaking.
Some viewers found her hairstyle distracting and irritating despite its insignificant impact on her performance on the show.
Some viewers criticized Leonard Cooper, even though he was widely appreciated for his charisma and humor, when he won the 2013 Teen Tournament.
Final Thoughts
Though it’s natural to form judgments of Jeopardy! contestants, it is essential to keep in mind that they are simply ordinary individuals competing on a game show.
Criticizing contestants for their attitudes, enthusiasm or mannerisms is both injurious and unfair. Instead, we should acknowledge their accomplishments and share in celebrating what makes Jeopardy! so special.
