Last year, Brian Laundrie, 23, tragically ended the life of his fiancé Gabby Petito, 22, during their cross-country road trip. The horrific incident gained widespread attention through a popular podcast, shedding light on Laundrie’s violent actions to countless listeners. However, during a recent episode of Celebrity Jeopardy, the show made an unexpected move by featuring a clue related to Laundrie, sparking controversy among viewers.
The clue centered around a category themed on the letter “A.” The question posed was: “In 2021, fugitive Brian Laundrie met his end in Florida’s Myakkahatchee Creek area, known for these reptiles with sharp teeth.”
The correct response was “What are alligators?” While some viewers were able to answer the clue, many criticized Jeopardy for referencing Laundrie, especially considering the recent and deeply disturbing nature of Petito’s murder.
Laundrie’s confession, found in a notebook before his death a little over a year ago, detailed the tragic events of the ill-fated road trip, where relationship troubles escalated into violence, ultimately leading to Petito’s untimely demise.
Fans of the show expressed outrage at Jeopardy’s decision to feature a clue related to Laundrie, labeling it as tasteless and insensitive. The episode, hosted by Mayim Bialik and featuring contestants John Michael Higgins, Wil Wheaton, and Joel Kim Booster, drew sharp criticism for its inclusion of the controversial reference.
While Wheaton emerged as the winner of the night, the controversial Jeopardy episode left many viewers questioning the show’s judgment and sensitivity.