Trebek, who in March of 2019 revealed his diagnosis of Stage four pancreatic cancer, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family and friends, according to the show's Twitter account.

The Canadian born host instilled a love for trivia for millions around the world, said Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who hailed Trebek as an icon.

20 years after Jeopardy first aired in 1964 Trebek became the face of the show and turned it into a ratings powerhouse.

It has consistently drawn more than 20 million viewers a week in the United States and Canada, making it the most watched quiz show in those markets.

Trebek, who hosted more than 7000 episodes of Jeopardy, was known for engaging contestants with straight faced but witty banter and for his scholarly demeanor.