LOS ANGELES — Merv Griffin, the big-band-era crooner turned impresario who parlayed his "Jeopardy" and "Wheel of Fortune" game shows into a multimillion-dollar empire, died Sunday. He was 82.

Jeopardy! crew members are sharing shows secrets and taking fans backstage in a new YouTube video that gives a closer look at the contestants’ podiums, and more.

June 13, 2025 The Best Real Estate of the Year, From Merv Griffin’s La Quinta Estate to a Historic Oxfordshire Manor An all-new lineup of modern and historic abodes that offer something for ...

“ Jeopardy! ” and “ Wheel of Fortune ” are planning to stream in-season episodes for the first time ever, starting this September on Hulu, Peacock and Hulu on Disney+.

What is… Jeopardy! had a different name at first? Creator Merv Griffin toyed with many ideas before settling on the one-word title and the current format.

But today’s contestants might not be as forgetful if “Jeopardy!” creator Merv Griffin had simply named the show “What’s the Question?” — which was actually his first choice.

(NEXSTAR) – When a contestant on “Jeopardy!” fails to phrase their response in the form of a question, Ken Jennings will usually offer a gentle reminder of the game’s fundamental rule (at least in the ...

Merv Griffin didn't have the name "Jeopardy!" in mind for the iconic gameshow when he created the concept. In fact, he had a wildly different title picked out.

But today’s contestants might not be as forgetful if “Jeopardy!” creator Merv Griffin had simply named the show “What’s the Question?” — which was actually his first choice.