ORLANDO, Fla. — Alex Trebek, the longtime host of the quiz show “Jeopardy!” died over the weekend. He was 80.
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Central Floridians took to social media to send their condolences to Trebek’s family and honor the beloved host’s career in television.
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Here are some of their reactions:
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“Good for you!”
— Christian Bruey (@CBrueyWFTV) November 8, 2020
That was always Alex’s line to a contestant sharing a story from their life.
Today, a collective “Good for you!” to the iconic host on a life well-lived. https://t.co/REgEl8rUHK
Many are unaware, but Alex Trebek left his handprints in a cement block at what was then the Disney-MGM Studios in November 1992. Today, this block sits in the entry plaza of the park’s Theater Of The Stars. pic.twitter.com/Ecm8yFBP66
— Taylor Martina (@olmec26) November 9, 2020
It's really hard to overstate Trebek's importance to so many families' evening routines and the impact of his death. Even through cancer, he battled through to remain a constant in a turbulent year, for those of us who watched, as long as he could.https://t.co/KcMNJs0OHT
— Deanna Allbrittin (@deannaTVnews) November 8, 2020
Amazing is that Alex Trebek was still taping Jeopardy shows in October. Pancreatic cancer is brutal yet still worked
— Daniel Freer⚔ (@DWFreer) November 9, 2020
He will be missed! I watched him every night with my family growing up. Thank you for making learning fun 🙏🏼 https://t.co/zQgeZ0TXAO
— Megan Cruz (@MeganWFTV) November 8, 2020
We’re saddened by the passing of legendary @Jeopardy host Alex Trebek. Earlier this year, he helped us recruit the next generation of astronauts – a testament to his dedication to challenging us to expand our knowledge. pic.twitter.com/Z4vwbLy1yn
— NASA (@NASA) November 8, 2020
Photos: Alex Trebek through the years
Jeopardy! is saddened to share that Alex Trebek passed away peacefully at home early this morning, surrounded by family and friends. Thank you, Alex. pic.twitter.com/Yk2a90CHIM
— Jeopardy! (@Jeopardy) November 8, 2020
Alex's impact is immeasurable. Thank you for sharing, Burt! pic.twitter.com/XgGGwJ8GlH
— Jeopardy! (@Jeopardy) November 6, 2020
@RobinRoberts @tjholmes @GStephanopoulos So heartbroken with the passing of Alex Trebek. I cried, I am torn and I am broken. All my prayers and LOVE to his family. I am just wrought with pain now! 🙏💙🙏💙🙏💙🙏
— Todd Jensen (@Todd530) November 9, 2020
Our hearts are with our friends at Jeopardy! as they say goodbye to their incredible host, Alex Trebek. He will be greatly missed by all of us. https://t.co/pjEBPcmMHr
— Wheel of Fortune (@WheelofFortune) November 8, 2020
Alex Trebek’s courage, grace and strength inspired millions and awed those of us who knew him. A tremendous loss for his family, friends, co-workers and countless viewers. I was honored to be a friend and a part of his professional family for all these years. A very sad day.
— Pat Sajak (@patsajak) November 8, 2020
RIP, Alex Trebeck 💔 @jeopardyfacts You’ve been a big part of my life for over 30 years. I’m so sad to say goodbye. I always told people you made me smarter, and you did 😊The answer is, #AlexTrebek for the win. Godspeed to you and peace to your family. 💔
— Francesca (@1FranHB) November 9, 2020
An evening staple in our home. You served us, well. RIP, Alex Trebek https://t.co/NkL5IlSXyX
— Daralene (@DaraleneJ) November 8, 2020
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