Jeopardy! fans are going crazy over a missed Taylor Swift question because so much of the world is captivated by T. Swift. Her Eras Tour is currently streaming on Disney Plus but it seems not every game show contestant knows their trivia. What happened? Keep reading for more details.
Jeopardy! Fans Go Crazy Over Missed Taylor Swift Question
When one gets on Jeopardy!, it is expected that the questions can be about virtually anything. From history to science to pop culture, the clues do not discriminate. In a recent episode, the players were given a clue about music superstar Taylor Swift who has been everywhere. She is a part of football due to her Super Bowl-winning boyfriend, Travis Kelce. Swift sells out stadiums and puts on several hour-long shows that can now be viewed on Disney Plus. Finally, she made Grammy history by winning Album of the Year for the fourth time.
According to Daily Express US, the Thursday, March 14th, 2024 episode featured a clue about Taylor. The contestants, Ben Chan, Yogesh Raut, and Troy Meyer had their chance to answer. Here was the question: “Inspired by her bestie, Tay Tay sang when ‘somebody tells you they love you’ at this title age ‘you’re gonna believe them.’” So, what did they respond with? Music exec, Troy, chimed in with “17” but he was wrong. He was followed by Yogesh who tried with “22” but again, was wrong. In the end, the answer was “Fifteen” but no one got it.
Jeopardy! viewers at home were stunned by this and with good reason. They immediately shared their feelings on Twitter/X.
Also, I can’t believe the one triple stumper this episode was about Taylor Swift 😂 #Jeopardy #JeopardyToC
— Jeric Brual (ジェリック) (@thejericbrual) March 14, 2024
I can already see the tabloid headlines after they missed that Taylor Swift clue #Jeopardy
— Griffin Miller (@GriffinM617) March 14, 2024
Yes #jeopardy! Players, Twitter is going to rip you apart for not knowing 15 by taylor swift 😔
— Taylor Armstrong (@tearmstrong4) March 14, 2024
Over at Reddit, followers had this to say:
- I sat yelling FIFTEEN! at the screen with a mouth full of taco.
- And this is the tournament of champions! The best of the best of Jeopardy. C’mon guys!
Not Taylor’s First Rodeo
Taylor Swift has been a clue and a category on Jeopardy! in the past. This time, just as a clue, viewers were shocked that no one, not even a music executive could get it right. However, she may be a national treasure to many but maybe they did not think to focus on her. Or, maybe they just got their numbers confused. At least they tried but it is understandable that diehard Swifties were not happy with the outcome.
Did you know the answer was “Fifteen” or did that question have you stumped, as well? Let us know and watch Jeopardy! weekdays on ABC.
Amanda has been a professional freelance writer for over a decade, holding both a BA and an MA. Her passions include animals, iced coffee, gnomes, summer, music, and ‘Vanderpump Rules’.