‘Jeopardy’ Champion Amy Schneider’s Streak Ends After 40 Games
variety.comRebecca Rubin Film and Media ReporterAfter a thrilling 40-game streak, “Jeopardy” phenom Amy Schneider finally met her match.Schneider, an engineering manager from Oakland, Calif., lost her 41st game on Wednesday to Rhone Talsma, a librarian from Chicago.With 40 consecutive wins, Schneider holds the title for the second-longest run in the quiz show’s history, collecting $1,382,800 in winnings in the process.
Her appearance on “Jeopardy” has been one for the history books. After winning her 10th straight game back in November, Schneider became the first out transgender person to make the Tournament of Champions.
She later became the first woman and fourth contestant ever to surpass $1 million in earnings.Compared to recent “Jeopardy” challenger James Holzhauer, known for his flashy wagers and aggressive gameplay, Schneider’s approach to glory was relatively understated.
Still, she’s indomitable with the buzzer and has waltzed into every Final Jeopardy round since her first with an unsurmountable lead.
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