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Alex Trebek holds back tears after reading ‘Jeopardy!’ contestant’s surprise answer

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Legendary Jeopardy! host Alex Trebek has been fighting a tough battle with stage IV pancreatic cancer for the past few months.

Defying the low survival rates, he’s been hanging tough, continuing to host the show he’s hosted for 35 years even while undergoing chemotherapy.

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Two days left! ✌ #TournamentOfChampions

A post shared by Jeopardy! (@jeopardy) on Nov 2, 2019 at 10:35am PDT

He’s been motivated by the love of his friends, family and Jeopardy! fans, who have reached out to offer their support through the tough times.

But one contestant’s sweet gesture really struck a chord, causing the usually straight-faced Trebek to get emotional on the show.

Jeopardy! is currently airing its annual two-week “Tournament of Champions,” in which top-earning players from the past season come back to compete against each other.

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Tune in today to see Emma, Dhruv, and Kyle fight for the first spot in the #TournamentOfChampions finals!

A post shared by Jeopardy! (@jeopardy) on Nov 11, 2019 at 6:00am PST

Monday’s game was a semi-final match between returning champions Emma Boettcher, Kyle Jones and Dhruv Gaur. Heading into Final Jeopardy, Dhruv was trailing in third place.

The category was “Famous Phrases,” and the contestants revealed their answers. Dhruv, it turned out, did not have the correct response… instead, he used his answer to pay a heartfelt tribute to the host.

“What is We ❤ you, Alex!” Dhruv’s board read.

👏👏👏
Couldn't have said it better ourselves, Dhruv! #WeLoveYouAlex pic.twitter.com/JPpXjF2ifZ

— Jeopardy! (@Jeopardy) November 12, 2019

It was a sweet, simple gesture—but it clearly meant a lot to Trebek.

“That’s very kind of you, thank you,” Trebek said… and it was clear he meant it. He was visibly emotional, and took a moment to hold back tears.

It was an unexpected show of emotion for Trebek, who virtually never breaks from his cool, straightforward hosting style. Even during his announcement videos and interviews regarding his health, he’s never broken.

But the contestant’s “we love you” was enough to cause a lump in his throat… although in typical Trebek fashion, he quickly kept the game moving: “Cost ya $1,995, you’re left with $5,” he announced.

Today's Final Jeopardy! includes a heartfelt moment with Alex and another win for Emma! #TournamentOfChampions pic.twitter.com/qWnKFUKL2U

— Jeopardy! (@Jeopardy) November 12, 2019

Dhruv’s two competitors both gave the correct response. It’s possible that Dhruv knew it, too, but he was trailing enough that winning was a longshot. (The win went to Emma Boettcher, the former champ who ended James Holzhauer’s record-breaking run.)

Instead, he gave up his chance at advancing to the finals to write his tribute… and most importantly, did it in the form of a question.

“Alex had just shared with us that he was reentering treatment for pancreatic cancer,” he shared on Twitter. “We were all hurting for him so badly.”

I’m just very grateful I got the opportunity to say what I know everyone was thinking. Sending all the love. #weloveyoualex

— Dhruv Gaur (@dhruvg_) November 12, 2019

The heartwarming moment went viral. Many other contestants chimed in, praising Dhruv and sharing in the sentiment.

It took the youngest guy in the Tournament to say what all of us oldsters were feeling. Thank you @dhruvg_ & as always #weloveyoualex https://t.co/SWHdEVHalg

— Eric Backes (@BackesEric) November 12, 2019

Proud of ya, @dhruvg_. You spoke for all of us. #Jeopardy #weloveyoualex https://t.co/bvbqGWooNG

— C.B. (@CharbelB) November 12, 2019

It’s clear that the Jeopardy! contestants all have a great respect and admiration for Trebek, and as he’s fought cancer many have done things to show their support.

Avi Gupta, winner of this year’s Teen Tournament, recently donated $10,000 to pancreatic cancer research in honor of Trebek. James Holzhauer donated $1,000 to a pancreatic cancer walk.

And throughout the Tournament of Champions, contestants have been wearing purple ribbons for pancreatic cancer—not just in honor of Trebek, but also for Larry Martin, the Teachers Tournament champion who passed away this year of the same disease.

It’s inspiring to see such an outpouring of love for Alex Trebek! Thank you to all the fans and friends of the show who have given their support.

Stay strong, Alex! Share this story! #weloveyoualex

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