Yes, it's all over the news right now, and we're not talking about Hurricane Ivan.
Ken Jennings' reign of terror on Jeopardy! came to an end recently as he was defeated after 75 wins; the episode is set to air during November sweeps. In total, he has racked up $2.5 million.
Now if my estimations are correct, AND as far as all-time game show winnings are concerned, that's way enough to eclipse Kevin Olmstead's previous record of $2.18 million on Who Wants to Be a Millionaire in 2001. But I'm glad the folks who were at the taping got to see Ken go out with his head held high, though the rest of us will have to see for ourselves.
Maybe Olmstead will send a congratulatory e-mail to Jennings on becoming the new all-time champ. But I wouldn't be surprised if Super Millionaire returns and somebody may FINALLY win the $10 million!
Jonathan Allen