There are three things guaranteed in the world today: Death, taxes, and Jeopardy! being on. Believe it or not, the iconic game show has been on the air for over 60 years (though the modern incarnation we know and love technically debuted in 1984). Under the watchful eye of Ken Jennings (who himself was a record-breaking champion), Jeopardy! puts three people’s trivia skills and reflexes to the ultimate test. And so many of the greats to grace those podiums started by simply watching the show as it aired on weekdays, as millions have done for over half a century.
Here’s a spoiler-filled recap of who won Jeopardy! today, plus the answer to Final Jeopardy.
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Who won Jeopardy today?
Betty Hume
Betty Hume dethroned 4-day champion Erica Doornek with a winning total of $21,000.
Who are the Jeopardy contestants today?
Betty Hume
Betty Hume is a retired library reference assistant from Fredericksburg, Virginia.
Cameron Bays
Cameron Bays is a law student originally from Saginaw, Michigan.
Erica Doornek
Erica Doornek is a federal employee originally from Glasgow, Montana.
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What was Final Jeopardy today?
Final Jeopardy today was in the category “RELIGION“
The clue: “John Calvin, on this artifact: “Either St. John is a liar, or all those who boast of possessing the Holy Sudary are.”
The answer: “What is the Shroud of Turin?”
Doornek possessed a narrow lead at the end of DJ with $17,000, ahead of Hume’s $16,000 and Bays’ $10,700. Unfortunately, she wasn’t able to cling to her title as champion. She answered the Final Jeopardy question incorrectly, wagering $1,000 for a second-place total of $16,000. Hume answered correctly, adding a wager of $5,000 for the winning spot at $21,000. Bays also got it right, adding $0 for a third-place total of $10,700.
Hume will be back on Friday for attempt number 2.
Did you get the answer? Sound off in the comments!
When is Jeopardy on next?
Jeopardy! will come back on Thursday, November 6, 2026, with a new episode. Check your local listings to find out when to watch.
Where is Jeopardy streaming?
Jeopardy! is available on both Hulu and Peacock. Subscribers can enjoy watching new episodes the next day, as well as access a vault of many classic episodes to enjoy at a moment’s notice.
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