“Over the weekend we lost our beloved host Alex Trebek.
“On behalf of everyone, thank you for everything Alex.”
The camera then panned to an empty stage, which dimmed for a moment of silence.
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Trebekdied Sunday at age 80following a long battle with pancreatic cancer.
He previously spoke about what he would say to fans in hisfinalJeopardy!broadcast.
That’s all I want,'” Trebek told ABC.
And until we meet again, God bless you and goodbye."
Trebek continued working while undergoing treatment until Oct. 29, just 10 daysbefore his death.
