ESPN star Mina Kimes wins ‘Celebrity Jeopardy’ tournament
Mina Kimes, an NFL analyst for ESPN, won the 'Celebrity Jeopardy All-Stars' tournament. She secured a $1 million charity prize for the SELAH Neighborhood Homeless Coalition after a strategic performance. Kimes is also set to host the National Spelling Bee, showcasing her diverse talents beyond sports commentary.
- ▪Mina Kimes outperformed actors Ike Barinholtz and Steven Weber to win the tournament.
- ▪She earned a $1 million charity prize for the SELAH Neighborhood Homeless Coalition in Los Angeles.
- ▪Kimes answered the final clue correctly, securing her victory with a lead over Weber.
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Sports Entertainment ESPN star Mina Kimes wins ‘Celebrity Jeopardy’ tournament By Ryan Dunleavy Published May 16, 2026, 7:43 p.m. ET This NFL analyst for ESPN outfoxed actors Ike Barinholtz and Steven Weber to win “Celebrity Jeopardy All-Stars.” Who is Mina Kimes? Correct. Kimes, a Yale graduate who is a daily presence on NFL Live and other programming for ESPN, earned a $1 million charity prize for the SELAH Neighborhood Homeless Coalition in the Los Angeles area. After a smart wagering strategy allowed Kimes to advance out of the semifinals despite getting the answer wrong in Final Jeopardy, she became a champion in a more conventional way.
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