Amodio's streak held through Friday's season finale, so he will return Sept. 13 for the show's 38th season. That's when the late Alex Trebek's successor, Mike Richards, takes over as host, his selection dismaying some "Jeopardy!" fans who'd rooted for other candidates. One of the other contenders, actor Mayim Bialik, will host prime-time "Jeopardy!" programs to come.
Amodio, a native of Medina, Ohio, was self-effacing in an interview with The Associated Press, praising the contestants he's bested and calling himself "incredibly fortunate." He cited insight gained from the quiz-show film "Slumdog Millionaire" and offered his view on whether a photographic memory is a real thing. Remarks have been edited for clarity and brevity.
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