LeVar Burton, Pushes to Become <br />the Next Permanent, 'Jeopardy!’ Host.<br />LeVar Burton, Pushes to Become <br />the Next Permanent, 'Jeopardy!’ Host.<br />Complex reports LeVar Burton has continued to openly express his desire to land a permanent role hosting the iconic game show.<br />In an interview with <br />'The New York Times Magazine,' <br />Burton opened up about the possibility. .<br />It’s difficult to explain,<br />but there’s something<br />inside me that says<br />this makes sense.<br />I feel like this is what<br />I’m supposed to do, LeVar Burton, via 'The New York Times Magazine'.<br />'Jeopardy!' is a cultural touchstone, <br />and for a Black man to occupy <br />that podium is significant, LeVar Burton, via 'The New York Times Magazine'.<br />Since Alex Trebek’s death in November <br />of 2020, the show has had a number <br />of celebrity guest hosts.<br />A petition on Change.org to have Burton <br />take over permanent hosting duties <br />has gained over 255,000 signatures. .<br />On July 26, Burton will begin his one week stint as guest host, which runs until July 30. .<br />When asked by the 'New York Times Magazine' how he would feel if he didn't receive the permanent role, he seemed optimistic. .<br />Everything happens perfectly<br />and for a reason. That is my default. It’s all going to be OK. <br />Because it always is, LeVar Burton, via 'The New York Times Magazine'
