News about Mayim Bialik

Curb Your Enthusiasm's Cheryl Hines and O.J. Simpson have a surprising connection dating back to his infamous murder trial

www.dailymail.co.uk, April 24, 2024
Cheryl Hines is friends with plenty of Hollywood celebrities, but there's one figure she shares a particularly odd connection with: O.J. Simpson. The late football star and murder suspect, who died on April 10 at 76 following a brief cancer battle, was the subject of endless press coverage following the murder of his ex-wife Nicole Brown and her friend Ron Goldman in 1994, preceding Simpson's trial for allegedly murdering the two, which began opening statements in January of 1995. While speaking with Mayim Bialik on her Breakdown podcast on Tuesday, Hines revealed that she had been working at Los Angeles' Hotel-Intercontinental in 1995 during the course of the trial.

Big Bang Theory's Mayim Bialik claims abuse detailed in Quiet on Set was not 'just happening at Nickelodeon' - after Drake Bell revealed childhood sexual abuse heartbreak

www.dailymail.co.uk, April 18, 2024
Mayim Bialik, who landed her first acting gig when she was just 12, opened up about her experience watching Investigation Discovery's explosive docuseries, Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV. While chatting with her former Blossom costar Jenna von Oÿ and Christy Carlson Romano, the Big Bang Theory actor, 48, reacted to the allegations against Dan Schneider, who has been accused of inappropriate and abusive behavior during his reign creating and producing Nickelodeon biggest shows from 1994 to 2019. 'Women being berated in the writers' room is something that was just like - I'm sorry - it was considered in - I mean, I hate to say it - it's considered par for the course,'  Bialik recalled. 'I will say I do not believe that happened in our writers' room.' The San Diego native, who most recently shared hosting duties of Jeopardy! with Ken Jennings, admitted they did 'joke about' thing they 'all thought were okay' but would now be seen as mortifying to laugh about.

Christy Carlson Romano reveals she turned down an offer to share her story on Quiet on Set while blasting the producers as 'trauma tourists'

www.dailymail.co.uk, April 16, 2024
Just over a week after the new episode of Quiet on Set debuted, a former Nickelodeon star revealed she turned down an offer to work on the series. The 40-year-old actress and activist, who starred on Nickelodeon's Even Stevens and voiced the title character in Kim Possible, blasted the producers of the ID series as 'trauma terrorists.' She revealed on an upcoming interview for Mayim Bialik's Breakdown podcast (via Entertainment Weekly ) that she hasn't even seen the docuseries yet.

LeVar Burton signs deal to host Trivial Pursuit game show revival at The CW... months after negotiations were revealed

www.dailymail.co.uk, April 10, 2024
After he was in the running to host Jeopardy!, LeVar Burton has found a new gig. The Emmy Award winner, 67, has officially signed on to host and executive produce The CW's upcoming revival of the Trivial Pursuit game show, according to TMZ.

For the Young Sheldon finale, Jim Parsons and Mayim Bialik will reprise their roles

www.dailymail.co.uk, March 6, 2024
Jim Parsons and Mayim Bialik of Big Bang Theory are expected to reprise their small screen roles. In the Young Sheldon finale, the pair will reprise their roles as Sheldon Cooper and Amy Farrah Fowler, according to Deadline. On Thursday, May 16, CBS and Streaming on On Thursday, the coming-of-age sitcom will come to an end.

Ken Jennings reveals he was caught 'off guard' by Mayim Bialik's firing from Jeopardy!as he prepares to be the sole host in 2024 : 'I'm gonna miss her'

www.dailymail.co.uk, December 26, 2023
Ken Jennings has revealed that Mayim Bialik's dismissal from Jeopardy caught him 'off guard.' In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, the 49-year-old television presenter, who will be the sole host of the iconic game show in 2024, was surprised by the change. I was taken off guard because I loved working with my Mayim, and I'm going to miss her,' he said. I can't comment on her decision-making process or her conclusions about it.'

Jeopardy! On Mayim Bialik's Firing Controversy, host Ken Jennings Breaks Silence

perezhilton.com, December 26, 2023
There can be only one… is what we thought during the awkward transitional phase for Jeopardy! Alex Trebek's passing has left a lasting impression. Several hosts were tested with guest runs before finally settling on two hosts: show champion Ken Jennings and Big Bang Theory alum Mayim Bialik. TBH, we were always baffled by the decision, as Trebek had never been able to do the job alone. We could have been reassured that the dismissal of Bialik, which she revealed on her social media two weeks ago, was the show finally acknowledging it. A simple cost-cutting initiative.

Mayim Bialik 'fired from Jeopardy! During Sony's absence, the drawbacks of a dual hosting platform became apparent

www.dailymail.co.uk, December 20, 2023
A new report has shed more light about why Sony decided to part ways with Jeopardy! Mayim Bialik, co-host, is a zealous writer. Bialik, 48, announced she was fired from Jeopardy! In a statement released last week, Sony informed fans that she would no longer be hosting the syndicated version of the program. Now, TMZ has revealed what led to Sony's decision.

Mayim Bialik is seen for first time after announcing she was FIRED as the host of Jeopardy!

www.dailymail.co.uk, December 17, 2023
Mayim Bialik was spotted for the first time since she announced she was fired as the host of Jeopardy! On Saturday, he died. When she stepped out in Los Angeles for a solo outing, the 48-year-old Blossom actress was fresh-faced and put on a casual outfit. She was seen clutching a dutch oven pot and later strolling on the sidewalk in a pair of tan suede slip-on sandals as she walked to her vehicle.

Mayim Bialik FIRED as host of Jeopardy! Ken Jennings is the "sole host" of the syndicated trivia show, according to Sony, who cites 'continuity' concerns

www.dailymail.co.uk, December 16, 2023
Mayim Bialik was fired as the host of Jeopardy! Ken Jennings, her co-host, will take over and will be replaced by her co-host. The 48-year-old Blossom actress revealed that Sony had recently notified her that she would no longer be hosting' the syndicated version of the game show. Since she hadn't been seen on the show since her last appearance in May, she took to Instagram on Friday to confirm rumors.

During candid discussion, Malcolm In The Middle actor Frankie Muniz, 38, admits he's never had a sip of alcohol: 'It's only stuck with me.'

www.dailymail.co.uk, December 15, 2023
During a candid discussion on a recent episode of the Breakdown podcast hosted by Mayim Bialik, Frankie Muniz admitted that he'never had a sip of alcohol.' The race car driver, 38, who is '100 percent ready' for a Malcolm In The Middle reunion, opened up by saying, 'I've still never had a sip of alcohol' and 'never done drugs.' Bialik later asked the former child star, 'Were you raised in a tradition that did not drink? Do you want to drink?...You don't have to.'

When Saturday Night Live mocked her nose with a prosthetic as a teenager, Mayim Bialik says she felt shame: "I mainly tried to forget it."

www.dailymail.co.uk, October 19, 2023
Mayim Bialik, the actress and game show host, is reflecting on how her image has played a key role in her life and work. In an essay for Variety's Antisemitism and Hollywood package, the Big Bang Theory alum is recalling an old SNL sketch that mocked her for sporting what she described as a "undeniably Jewish" nose. The 1994 skit was a parody of Blossom, an NBC sitcom in which Bialik appeared in a pivotal role, beginning when she was 14 years old. While the parody focused on mocking the show's penchant for being sweet and sentimental storylines, as well as co-star Joey Lawrence's catchphrase of "Whoa!" It also made a point to emphasize that Bialik was in fact Jewish. In a reference to former SNL cast member Melanie Hutsell, Bialik wrote, 'The actress portraying me was dancing and mugging for the camera, and she was hilarious.' 'But.' She had a prosthetic nose. She wore a fake, big nose in order to make it clear that she was Blossom.'

After the Israel attack, Gal Gadot was one of Hollywood stars to sign an open letter condemning Hamas' "evil" status

www.dailymail.co.uk, October 13, 2023
Hundreds of Hollywood stars have signed an open letter on Thursday condemning Hamas' "barbaric conduct" that killed and abducted Israeli civilians in a shocking weekend attack. Gal Gadot, an Israeli, was one of the list of film and television actors on the list, which also included: Jamie Lee Curtis, Chris Pine, Mayim Bialik, Liev Schreiber, Michael Douglas, and Jerry Seinfeld. Hamamas murdered and kidnapped innocent men, women, and children.' The open letter sent by Creative Community For Peace said, "they kidnapped and murdered infants and elderly people."

Mayim Bialik says she wants to revive her hit 90s series Blossom, but not as a sitcom, while Joe Rogan's podcasting style 'inspires' her

www.dailymail.co.uk, October 3, 2023
Mayim Bialik is talking about resurrecting her hit 90s sitcom Blossom, but she has confirmed that it will not be a sitcom. Blossom, a 47-year-old actress who debuted on NBC in 1990 as a mid-season replacement with a five-year contract. In April, she revealed that the script from original Blossom creator Don Reo was complete, and now she is hinting in a Vanity Fair interview that it will not be a sitcom.

Jeopardy!fans are left torn over 'rare' change in new season of game show - as producers face furious backlash over 'cutesy' addition to filming

www.dailymail.co.uk, September 25, 2023
Jeopardy! Viewers have mixed feelings about a new update that has been included in the legendary game show. Since the Season 40 premiere on September 11, the show's cameras have been cropped to display audience interactions. For some viewers, the presence of the audience is a welcome change: one said, "I like them including the family members in the audience when the contestants mention them during the interview segment." Makes the segment more interesting than only the Ken and contestant photos.'

The most popular SITCOMS of all time has been revealed, so what on-screen hit came out on top?

www.dailymail.co.uk, September 10, 2023
Sitcoms have been a staple on television for decades. During challenging times for those who need a laugh, viewers flock to them. In the 1990s and 2000s, the period was particularly popular. However, some of these sitcoms have seen a revival and have become even more popular now thanks to the domination of streaming services. Now World of Statistics has ranked the top sitcoms of all time based on its IMDB rank, and it may surprise you to see which TV shows made the top ten, out of ten.

Mayim Bialik 'unlikely' to return as Jeopardy! As Ken Jennings' podcast cohost accuses her of "virtue signaling" amid the SAG strike, she hosts for "the remainder of the year."

www.dailymail.co.uk, September 1, 2023
Bialik is not expected to make a return to her hosting duties on Jeopardy! According to new estimates, the claim was valid for at least 2024. The former Big Bang Theory star, 47, has been replaced by fellow co-host, Ken Jennings, on Celebrity Jeopardy! Following her decision to step back from her role as part of the ongoing SAG-AFTRA and WGA protests, she took a step forward. Bialik, a member of the Screen Actors Guild union, halted filming the game show in its final week of shooting Season 39, leaving Jennings to take over in the interim.

Ken Jennings' podcast co-host SLAMS Jeopardy! Mayim Bialik, a film actress, was praised for his "virtue signaling" and 'perpetue family" after she dropped out of the show amid the actors' protests, though her co-host, 'SCAB,' for continuing to film

www.dailymail.co.uk, August 29, 2023
John Roderick, 54, shared a lengthy post lambasting those 'ignorant of how unions work' amid attacks on Ken, 49, for hosting Celebrity Jeopardy! In Mayim's absence, the Malik family was absent. While Ken and Mayim, 47, have split hosting duties at Jeopardy! Since former host Alex Trebek's death in the summer of 2022, the Big Bang actor has consistently taken the lead for the show's Celebrity Edition. John fumed that the insults being leveled at Ken were based on an inaccurate understanding of the 'facts,' fuming in his post that, 'Mayim is doing what she's doing in performative solidarity with the writer's strike and Ken is stepping in to keep the show running in accordance with his contract as a SAG-AFTRA game show host'

Jeopardy! Despite the continuing actor and writer's strikes, host Ken Jennings has been labeled a 'SCAB' by ed outraged viewers as it has revealed that he will host the game show's celebrity spinoff

www.dailymail.co.uk, August 24, 2023
Jeopardy!viewers are extremely upset with Ken's decision to take over as host for Celebrity Jeopardy! WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes are currently on display, with some going so far as to name the on-air star a "scab" for crossing the picket lines. Mayim Bialik had intended to host the spinoff but decided not to stay on to assist the writers and actors who are still struggling against unfair pay under various circumstances.

Mayim Bialik, 47, documents first routine colonoscopy with her fans as star declares 'ignoring things doesn't make them go away!'

www.dailymail.co.uk, August 19, 2023
Mayim Bialik brought science's passion to life by expressing her first colonoscopy for her followers on Friday. The 47-year-old Jeopardy co-host, who often addresses various health problems, stressed the importance of getting the screening on Instagram.

Angry Jeopardy! After major changes to the show, fans say they will no longer watch the program

www.dailymail.co.uk, August 12, 2023
Showrunner Michael Davies explained on an episode of Inside Jeopardy! With no end in sight for the Writers Guild's strike, we can say that the switches are still necessary to keep the program alive for Season 40. He said the agreement is "fair," but activists on Twitter have promised to postpone the game in protest.

Mayim Bialik reveals how she battles with the feeling of being "useless, insignificant, and worthless."

www.dailymail.co.uk, July 11, 2023
Mayim Bialik opened up to fans about how she confronted some tough fears. The actress, 47, who has come under fire as one of Jeopardy's hosts, has said she has been 'useless' and 'irrelevant.' Speaking on her YouTube show, Mayim Bialik's Breakdown, she addressed a fan who asked her, 'What do you do when you feel useless, irrelevant and worthless, or do you not ever feel that way?'

Jeopardy! Fans are raving over 'one of the worst' episodes of a game show

www.dailymail.co.uk, June 20, 2023
Jeopardy! Fans did not hold back their scorn after watching one of the longest-running game shows, now in its 39th season, on Monday night. One of the two rotating hosts - four-time Emmy nominee Mayim Bialik - introduced a bizarre new mash-up category during the Double Jeopardy round called 'Let's Make a Movie Crossover!' Both three contestants were left scratching their heads as a result of the incident.

The worst EVER Jeopardy!fails

www.dailymail.co.uk, June 15, 2023
Jeopardy! Since 1964, the show has been on televisions, and has seen more than its fair share of blunders and scandal through the years. The hit show made headlines this week after contestants on Tuesday's episode struggled to respond to a'simple' question about the Lord's Prayer during the game. Players Joe, Laura, and Suresh were unable to respond appropriately to host Mayim Bialik's inquiry concerning the commonly recited prayer. "Our Father, who art in heaven, [THIS] be the thy name," Bialik said, urging the congregation to fill in the blank with the correct word. The group made an error of biblical proportions by not even attempting to guess the correct answer when the audience remained silent until Bialik gave the answer. However, this is not the first time a contestant has caused a stir with mispronunciation, sexist grammar, and some very polite answers. With editing woes only adding to the drama, the hosts have become embroiled in drama. Here, FEMAIL has laid bare the worst Jeopardy! In recent years, there have been failures and faux pas that have occurred in recent years.