Who Is 'Jeopardy!' Guest Host Mike Richards? What to Know About the Executive Producer

Earlier this year, viewers welcomed Jeopardy! guest host Mike Richards to the lectern. As many folks know, longtime host Alex Trebek’s final episode aired in early January, two months following his death in November. After the holiday season, Ken Jennings was announced as the first guest host to help honor the legendary television star’s memory. Seven weeks later, it was Mike's turn.

Recently, a Variety report revealed that Mike and Sony Pictures Television are in "advanced negotiations" for him to become the next permanent host of Jeopardy!. While nothing is official yet, it's very possible that Mike may soon be declared Alex's official successor.

Who is Jeopardy! guest host Mike Richards?

For those who aren't familiar with Mike, he’s best known as a Jeopardy! executive producer.

Before landing this special Jeopardy! gig, Mike hosted other game shows, including Beauty and the Geek, The Pyramid and Divided. During this time, he was pulling double duty as host and executive producer for Beauty and the Geek and The Pyramid.

Shortly after, in 2008, Mike transitioned over to The Price Is Right where he first served as a co-executive producer. The following year, he became executive producer, but he didn’t stop there — Mike also helped sell the game show Let’s Make a Deal to CBS.