Who was-- ?

"An official WhoHQ book"--Page 1 of cover

Who was Alex Trebek? -- Life on the Nickel Range -- On his way -- Learning on live TV -- Hello, Los Angeles -- Introducing Alex Trebel -- This is Jeopardy! -- A world famous mustache! -- Big winners -- A different kind of jeopardy -- So long -- Timelines -- Bibliography

"Born in Ontario, Canada, in 1940, Alex Trebek grew up listening to the radio and hoping to one day become a broadcaster. His dream became a reality when he was hired as a reporter for the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation in 1961. Alex's composed nature and ability to skillfully improvise while on television eventually led to his role as the host of Jeopardy!, the biggest quiz game show in the United States. Alex not only earned numerous awards over the course of his thirty-six-year-long hosting career, but he also earned the admiration of the contestants on the show and dedicated viewers watching at home"--

Ages 8-12