"Jeopardy!" contestant Heather Ryan criticized a sexist clue, prompting an apology from host Ken Jennings.
During a recent "Jeopardy!" episode, contestant Heather Ryan expressed discomfort over a sexist clue referencing a quote by Dorothy Parker: "Men seldom make passes at girls who wear glasses." Ryan, who wore glasses, felt the question made everyone uneasy, including host Ken Jennings, who later apologized. Ryan emphasized the negative impact such clichés can have on young girls and called for more thoughtful choices in future clues. Despite this, she enjoyed her time on the show.
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