'Jeopardy' host Ken Jennings apologizes after AI clue sparks backlash

'Jeopardy' Host Ken Jennings Apologizes After AI Clue Backlash

Ken Jennings, the host of the popular quiz show Jeopardy!, issued an apology following criticism over a recent clue that described an online character as "AI generated." The clue led to confusion and debate among viewers across social media.

"I hope you'll forgive me and all of us at 'Jeopardy' for any insult," Jennings said.

The Controversial Clue

The disputed clue came from the October episode in the category “Daddy, is there really a…”. It read: “No: A.I. generated the TikTok image of this pig/human eventually killed by Tim Cheese.” Contestants Cindy del Rosario, Sondra Venable, and Dargan Ware struggled to answer before Jennings revealed the response.

"I didn't understand any of that," Jennings admitted before revealing the answer: "Who is John Pork?"

Who Is John Pork?

John Pork is a fictional internet meme character depicted with a pig’s head and a human body. He gained popularity on Instagram and TikTok, where his strangely mundane posts contrast humorously with his surreal design. According to meme lore, he was “assassinated” by a rat hitman named Tim Cheese.

Public Reaction

Once the segment circulated on TikTok, users argued that labeling John Pork as “AI generated” was inaccurate. Many pointed out that the character had been appearing on social media since 2018, long before generative AI became common.

Author’s Summary

Ken Jennings apologized after a Jeopardy! clue about meme character John Pork drew criticism for mislabeling it as AI-generated, sparking online debate over accuracy.

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Entertainment Weekly Entertainment Weekly — 2025-11-05

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