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Pink Villa
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
What Was Final Question on Who Wants to Be a Millionaire that Took Ken Jennings to Top of the Game? Know Here
Who Wants to Be a Millionaire season 4 episode 2 aired on July 30, with Jimmy Kimmel taking over the hosting duties. The episode titled In the Hot Seat: Matt Damon and Ken Jennings; Jordan Klepper and Ronny Chieng gained a high viewership, as the host and the celebrity guests kept the audiences entertained. Kimmel first welcomed the host of Jeopardy, mentioning that it was an honor to have him on the set. Soon after, Matt Damon joined, as he too played the game alongside Jennings. Jimmy Kimmel's introduction of Ken Jennings won hearts Jimmy Kimmel began the episode by greeting the audience. He then went on to welcome the celebrity participants of the game show. First up, the talk show host introduced Ken Jennings. Kimmel announced, "We are in for a special treat. Our next player may be the greatest game show contestant of all time. He won so many games on Jeopardy that they asked him to host the show. Please welcome the man, the myth, the legend, Mr. Ken Jennings." As the Jeopardy star stepped in, Kimmel claimed that it is an absolute honor to have him on the set. However, in response, Jennings confessed that he was nervous. Before beginning with the questions, the talk show host went on to say to Jennings, "You told me when we ran into each other at an event, and you said you think that Millionaire is actually harder than Jeopardy." The latter jokingly claimed that the former was not allowed to say that out loud. Matt Damon's surprise appearance on Who Wants to be a Millionaire and the final question presented While Kimmel and Jennings chatted a bit before starting with the questions, Matt Damon made a surprise appearance on the show. As the actor walked in, he said, "I finally made it on your show.' Seeing Jimmy in confusion, the AIR actor clarified, "I'm going to tell you what's going on. This is what's going on. This is like if you challenged me to a pickup basketball game and I showed up at the park with Michael Jordan. 'Coz this dude is the Michael Jordan of trivia." After all the catching up, the duo began with the game and mentioned that the amount they won would go out to the non-profit organization, The game commenced, and the duo played so brilliantly that they even went on to reach the final stage. As the last question appeared on the screens, it read, 'Which of these words is used to describe one of the most beautiful auditory effects on Earth, the sound made by the leaves of trees when wind blows through them?' The correct answer was 'susurrus.' While Jenning had an idea, Damon did not take the risk and took the 50/50 lifeline. With the final answer being correct, the celebrity players won USD 1 Million.
The Irish Sun
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Who Wants to be a Millionaire fans do a double take as Hollywood A-lister appears – and wins huge jackpot
WHO Wants To Be A Millionaire fans were left blindsided when a Hollywood A-Lister popped up in the hotseat. Viewers of the cash-prize quiz show were bemused as the screen star swapped acting for answering brain-teasing questions. Advertisement 6 Who Wants to be a Millionaire fans did a double take as a Hollywood A-lister appeared – and won a huge jackpot Credit: ABC 6 Matt Damon starred with Jeopardy! legend Ken Jennings Credit: ABC 6 Jimmy Kimmel was hosting proceedings Credit: Getty Oscar winner Matt Damon, 54, appeared in the hotseat alongside The Pearl Harbour star, sported a rugged look with a bushy beard and long hair, and appeared to be elated to be partnered with the Jeopardy! legend. The show also saw him reignite his "feud" with Who Wants To Be a Millionaire re-boot host Jimmy Kimmel, 57. Jimmy, who hosts and executive produces the series - as well as having the idea for the celebrity special - was left red-faced as Ken said: "Everybody but Jimmy Kimmel. Advertisement "Do we love Matt Damon or what?" The lively studio crowd cheered as The Martian star Matt said: "Ah you guys thank you so much. "You are making him so miserable right now," referring to anchor Jimmy. Jimmy then said: "You are turning this into an uprising!" Advertisement Most read in Game shows Latest Latest THE KILLER QUESTION Ken and Matt progressed all the way to the $1milllion question. At the final stage, they were tasked with the question: "Which of these words is used to describe one of the most beautiful auditory effects on Earth, the sound made by the leaves of trees when wind blows through them?" Jimmy Kimmel's future on Who Wants to be a Millionaire revealed 5 years after taking over as host The pair opted to use their 50/50 lifeline, which reduced the options to Susurrus - the correct answer - and phoney reply Petrichor. As they chose the correct answer - which Ken knew before the lifeline was used - Jimmy told him: "You know you won this on your own, right?" Advertisement Matt then interjected: "Wow wow," as Ken said: "You caught a break, you caught a break. "Sometimes it's better to be lucky than good I think." Who Wants to Be a Millionaire hosts Who Wants to Be a Millionaire has on and off the air since 1999. Here is a list of the hosts of the US game show: Regis Philbin Meridith Vieria Cedric the Entertainer Terry Crews Chris Harrison Jimmy Kimmel Jimmy then mused: "Maybe Millionaire isn't harder than Jeopardy!" Matt, who could be seen giggling in delight, said: "It is so awesome having Ken Jennings as your partner in a trivia game, I can't tell you." Advertisement The funds from the ABC game show will be donated to Matt's non profit organisation, The US Sun was first to reveal Ken's Millionaire role back in June. In the same month, we exclusively reported host Jimmy's future on the game show after five years as anchor. KEN'S GLOWING GAME SHOW HISTORY Ken is known for his record-breaking, consecutive 74-game winning streak on the game show Jeopardy! when he first appeared on it as a contestant. Advertisement Ken first appeared on Jeopardy! as a contestant on June 2, 2004. His winning streak then ended that November. He earned over $2.5million and became the highest-earning American game show contestant at the time. Read more on the Irish Sun Ken later became a host of the show and has also written several books. Advertisement The news of Ken's new game show stint comes after he could be seen in the trailer for the new Happy Gilmore 2 movie. 6 They used a 50/50 in the $1million question - but Ken already knew the answer Credit: ABC 6 Pearl Harbor actor Ben gushed about having Ken as his partner Credit: ABC 6 The Martian actor looked completely different from his fresh-faced look with a bushy beard Credit: Getty Advertisement
Daily Record
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Freeview TV guide switch up sees popular channel axed amid system retune
Freeview users will see a few changes to their TV guide once they give it a quick retune. Many UK households still use freeview to tune into their favourite weekly crime show or breakfast programme. With so many programmes and channels available to watch for nothing, many of us enjoy scrolling down the TV guide to see what new show will take our fancy. However, in order to keep everything up to date, freeview users need to make sure they give their TV a routine retune so they don't miss out on any changes, like new and updated channels. For those unsure on when to head to their settings, the traditional TV platform is urging viewers to take action now amid TV guide changes. Freeview 's latest upgrade will see four updates taking place. This switch-up includes a new channel launching, two channels moving positions, and one popular service being removed for good, reports the Express. For those intrigued by a new channel, India Today will be launching on channel 258 and will bring a variety of new content to your telly box. This channel is India's leading English-language news channel and will offer viewers the latest opinions and updates on politics, cricket, business, Bollywood, and more. As for the channel switcheroo, GREAT! Movies is set to move from channel 34 to 50, meanwhile GREAT! TV will be swapping places by moving from channel 50 to 34. Sadly, the last update in freeview's latest release is the axing of one channel. Following on from the removal of ITVBE last month, its catch-up companion channel ITVBE+1, which was originally found on channel 93, is also being binned. ITVBE was recently taken off the TV guide in order to make space for a new service called ITV Quiz. This new channel does what it says on the tin and provides viewers with access to their favourite quiz and game shows 24/7. For those who like to put their knowledge to the test from the comfort of their home, some of the shows coming up on this week's TV guide include Tipping Point, Who Wants to be a Millionaire, Wheel Of Fortune, Deal or no Deal, Lino and Tenable. Freeview said: "On 16th July 2025 some broadcasters are making changes to their channels. You will need to retune to update your TV and keep your channels and TV Guide up to date." How to retune your TV For those unsure on how to retune their TV, freeview has issued out some advice in just a few simple steps for users to follow. • Press menu on your box or TV remote control • Select 'set-up', 'installation', 'update' or a similar option. If you're asked for a password, the default code is '1234' or '0000'. • Select 'first-time installation' (sometimes called 'factory reset', 'full retune' or 'default settings'). • Press 'OK' if your equipment asks if it's OK to delete existing channels and then your retune should start automatically. If you're prompted to, save the channels that are found. It would be wise to keep note of this process as Freeview quite frequently switches up their TV guide to provide an easier viewing experience. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'.
North Wales Live
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- North Wales Live
ITV confirm Who Wants to be a Millionaire future with Jeremy Clarkson announcement
Jeremy Clarkson is poised to return for more episodes of ITV's Who Wants to be a Millionaire, as well as a brand new spin-off show. The star of Clarkson's Farm has been confirmed by bosses to host the UK premiere of Millionaire Hot Seat, in addition to an extended run of Who Wants to be a Millionaire and Celebrity Who Wants to be a Millionaire. Millionaire Hot Seat is a high-speed version of the global Millionaire format, demanding players to think strategically and respond under pressure as they race against the clock and each other. The show has enjoyed long-standing ratings success in Australia, with over 2,500 episodes broadcasted. A variation on the classic Millionaire format, it features six contestants competing for a chance to win big, but there's no room for hesitation. The rules are straightforward, but the gameplay is relentless. Contestants sit in a queue around the eponymous Hot Seat, but only the person in the Hot Seat can face Jeremy and answer questions on the Million Pound Money Ladder. The contestant must answer correctly to ascend the ladder, but if they answer incorrectly, they're out and the top prize decreases. If they pass, they remain in the game, but move to the back of the line and may not get another turn. If a passed question goes to the next player, the contestant must answer, Get it right, they stay. Get it wrong, they're out, reports Gloucestershire Live. Only the top prize remaining on the ladder can be won, and the player tackling that question must answer it correctly to take home the cash. Filming for the UK version is set to kick off this November, with a UK launch planned for 2026. ITV has also commissioned 19 new episodes of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire, including seven celebrity specials. Katie Rawcliffe, ITV's Director of Entertainment and Daytime Commissioning, said: "Who Wants To Be A Millionaire has reached 18 million viewers on ITV so far this year alone." She added that commissioning a new spin-off format to capitalise further on the brand's success was an obvious decision, especially given the success of Millionaire Hot Seat in other territories. Matthew Worthy, Co-CEO of Stellify Media, said: "It is an honour to produce Millionaire for ITV." He described Millionaire Hot Seat as the main show's cheeky younger sibling, promising more Jeremy, more money-ladder moments, but with a whole new tone, pace, and feel.
Daily Mirror
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Jeremy Clarkson confirmed as host of new Who Wants to be a Millionaire spin-off show
Jeremy Clarkson is set to return for a brand new series of Who Wants to be a Millionaire as well as a spin-off series of the popular quiz show named Millionaire Hot Seat Jeremy Clarkson will return for more episodes of ITV's Who Wants to be a Millionaire along with a brand new spin-off show. It has been confirmed by executives that the star of Clarkson's Farm will host the UK premiere of Millionaire Hot Seat, in addition to an extended run of Who Wants to be a Millionaire and Celebrity Who Wants to be a Millionaire. Millionaire Hot Seat is a high-speed variant of the worldwide Millionaire format, demanding players to think strategically and respond under pressure as they race against the clock and each other. The show has enjoyed long-standing ratings success in Australia, with over 2,500 episodes broadcasted. Offering a twist on the traditional Millionaire format, it features six contestants competing for a chance to win big, but there's no room for hesitation, reports Gloucestershire Live. The rules are straightforward, but the gameplay is relentless. Contestants sit in a queue around the eponymous Hot Seat, but only the individual in the Hot Seat can face Jeremy and answer questions on the Million Pound Money Ladder. The contestant must answer correctly to ascend the ladder, but if they answer incorrectly, they're out and the top prize decreases. If they pass, they remain in the game, but move to the back of the line and may not get another turn. If a passed question goes to the next player, the contestant must answer. If they answer correctly, they stay. If they answer incorrectly, they're out. Only the top prize remaining on the ladder can be won, and the player facing that question must answer it correctly to take home the cash. The UK is gearing up for the filming of a new version set to commence this November, with eyes on a 2026 launch. ITV has also announced an exciting line-up of 19 fresh episodes of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire, featuring seven celebrity editions. Katie Rawcliffe, ITV's Director of Entertainment and Daytime Commissioning, expressed her enthusiasm: "Who Wants To Be A Millionaire has reached 18 million viewers on ITV so far this year alone." She further justified the decision for a new series, stating: "Commissioning a new spin-off format to further capitalise on the brand's success and popularity was a no brainer, especially with Millionaire Hot Seat already doing so well in other territories also." Matthew Worthy, Co-CEO of Stellify Media, shared his pride in the project: "It is an honour to produce Millionaire for ITV." He described the upcoming Millionaire Hot Seat as "Millionaire Hot Seat is the main show's cheeky younger sibling, and gives us more Jeremy, enjoying more money-ladder moments - but with a whole new tone, pace, and feel."
