Ken Jennings Apologizes for 'Problematic' Clue on 'Jeopardy!'

The host acknowledged an outdated phrase during the game show, sparking criticism from viewers.

During an episode of 'Jeopardy!', a clue in the category 'Complete the Rhyming Phrase' led to controversy due to its perceived sexist nature.
The phrase 'Men seldom make passes at girls who wear glasses,' originally by Dorothy Parker, was deemed problematic by host Ken Jennings.
Jennings apologized to contestant Heather Ryan, who was wearing glasses, after the phrase was read aloud.
The incident received backlash on social media, with fans criticizing 'Jeopardy!' for including the outdated phrase.
Despite the controversy, contestant Ian Taylor won the episode, narrowly defeating Heather Ryan by $1.