Ken Jennings

(1974-)

American game show contestant, host, and writer

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Mindy Jennings

married since 16 September 2000
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Kenneth Wayne Jennings III (born May 23, 1974) is an American game show host, former contestant, and author. He is best known for his success and streak on the syndicated quiz show Jeopardy! as a contestant and later its host. Jennings was born in Edmonds, Washington, but grew up in South Korea and Singapore. He worked as a computer programmer before he tried out for Jeopardy! in 2004. During his initial run, Jennings secured a consecutive 74 wins, setting the record as the highest-earning American game show contestant (a title he held for more than twenty years) and bringing significant media attention and viewership.

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Born	Kenneth Wayne Jennings III 23 May 1974 (age 51) Edmonds, Washington, USA
Zodiac	Gemini
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Mindy Jennings

1999 -

Married · 16 Sep 2000

2 children · 2 photos

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Dylan info 1st child with Mindy Jennings Male b. 2003 · Age: 22 · 2003- · Celebrity Baby

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Caitlin Elizabeth info 2nd child with Mindy Jennings Female b. 13 Nov 2006 · Age: 18 · 2006- · Celebrity Baby

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