BREAKING: Alex Trebek dies at 80 after battling pancreatic cancer

Alex Trebek
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(WWJ) Alex Trebek, host of “Jeopardy,” has died following a battle with pancreatic cancer.

The news of his passing was confirmed on the game show’s official Twitter account.

He was 80 years old. The beloved host hosted the iconic game show since 1984.

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