Dr. Oz was also seen as lacking credibility because of his controversial medical advice.
Then, right before the season finale,Varietybroke the news that “Jeopardy!”
producers were “in advanced negotiations” with their pick for the game’s permanent host.

The choice was one that no one expected:Mike Richards, the show’s current executive producer.
Fans were quick to express their opinions.
Others were furious thatLeVar Burton who had openly campaigned for the job wasn’t selected.

As one fanargued, “He’s already associated with literacy.
And everyone knows smart people watch ‘Star Trek.’
Plus he’s got star power!
But, yeah, go with the guy we’ve never heard of.”
Of course, other “Jeopardy!”
fans are fuming over the choice for a very different reason.
Like Cochran, she also alleged that producers subjected her to harassing remarks.
Both women eventually settled out of court for a substantial sum.