Jeopardy Contestant with Parkinson's Wins After 24-Year Journey to the Show

Harvey Silikovitz overcame a Parkinson's diagnosis and decades of setbacks to achieve his dream of competing on 'Jeopardy!' and winning his first game.

Harvey Silikovitz, a New Jersey attorney, won his first 'Jeopardy!' game on March 10, defeating an eight-game champion and earning $23,200.
Silikovitz had been pursuing a spot on the show since 2001 and missed a critical opportunity in 2019 due to a missed voicemail from producers.
Later in 2019, Silikovitz was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, but he continued to work toward his goal while managing his symptoms.
He credited his love of travel and curiosity about the world for fueling his passion for trivia and his drive to compete on 'Jeopardy!'.
Silikovitz hopes his journey inspires others with chronic illnesses to pursue their dreams despite challenges.