What was the first American TV game show hosted by Alex Trebek?
“The Wizard of Odds” (NBC, 1973-74) was the first American game show hosted by Alex Trebek.
The Canadian-born Trebek is now host of “Jeopardy!” (syndicated, 1984).
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