Who Won ‘Jeopardy' Today? (April 30, 2026) Plus, the Final Jeopardy Answer
There are three things guaranteed in the world today: Death, taxes, and Jeopardy! being on. Believe it or not, the iconic game show has been on the air for over 60 years (though the modern incarnation we know and love technically debuted in 1984). Under the watchful eye of Ken Jennings (who himself was a record-breaking champion), Jeopardy! puts three people's trivia skills and reflexes to the ultimate test. And so many of the greats to grace those podiums started by simply watching the show as it aired on weekdays, as millions have done for over half a century.
Here's a spoiler-filled recap of who won Jeopardy! today, plus the answer to Final Jeopardy.
Who won Jeopardy today?
Kate Brody
Kate Brody won Thursday's episode of Jeopardy!, finishing with a score of $17,599, unseating 3-day champ Greg Shahade, who entered the game with a winning streak worth $74,602.
Who are the Jeopardy contestants today?
Greg Shahade
Greg Shahade is a chess player from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, who put an end to super-champ Jamie Ding's 31-day streak earlier this week.
Derek Kaufman
Derek Kaufman is an attorney from Los Angeles, California.
Kate Brody
Kate Brody is a novelist from Los Angeles, California. The newcomer took the game from Shahade thanks to a masterful Daily Double dominance and smart wagering at the right time.
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What was Final Jeopardy today?
Final Jeopardy today was in the category "SPORTS & THE MOVIES."
The clue: "In 2026 a New Year's Day college football game featured these 2 team names that are both Gene Hackman movie titles."
The answer: What are "Hoosiers" and "Crimson Tide"?
None of the three contestants answered Final Jeopardy correctly in the category, proving Brody's conservative wager was the right strategic move, as was building a large enough lead to survive a miss. Brody entered with $22,000, opposed to Shahade's $13,200 and Kaufman's $1,400. She wagered $4,401, ending with $17,599, while Shahade wagered $10,000 and dropped to a final score of $3,200, with Kaufman in 3rd place after wagering mostly everything and ending with $100.
Brody will return Friday for her second shot.
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When is Jeopardy on next?
Jeopardy! will come back on Friday, May 1, with a new episode. Check your local listings to find out when to watch
Where is Jeopardy streaming?
Jeopardy! is available on both Hulu and Peacock. Subscribers can enjoy watching new episodes the next day, as well as access a vault of many classic episodes to enjoy at a moment's notice.
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This story was originally published April 30, 2026 at 1:00 PM.