ET has learned that Richards taped five episodes as host of the game show.
He made the announcement in an internal message sent to staff on Friday.
‘Jeopardy!’ Host Mike Richards apologizes for his past behavior on former podcast ‘The Randumb Show.'
Richards, who is also the executive producer of 'Jeopardy!,' issued a statement after a detailed report on his past controversies.
After 37 seasons of Alex Trebek being the face of 'Jeopardy!', the beloved program announced who will be taking over at the podium.
On ET's The Download, highlights from the ‘AGT’ red carpet, and despite rumors, Jennifer Aniston and David Schwimmer are not dating.
The late Alex Trebek hosted the game show for 37 seasons.
Mayim Bialik, who guest hosted 'Jeopardy!' in June, will host the new quiz show.
A recent report said that the executive producer was in final negotiations to host the game show.
ET breaks down everything we know about 'Jeopardy!' producer Mike Richards, who is reportedly in talks to be the official host.
Some fans are less than enthused given other well-known candidates and Richards' role as executive producer.
The 'Reading Rainbow' host and fan-favorite choice for 'Jeopardy' host took center stage on Monday.
In a new interview with Tamron Hall, Burton said hosting the trivia show encompasses everything his 45-year career has been about.
The clue surrounded postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) and was featured on Monday's show.
