Trebek Issues Statement About Heart Attack -- Continued

Alex TrebekGameshow host Alex Trebek has issued a statement regarding the mild heart attack that put his life in jeopardy this past Tuesday.

Trebek was released from Cedars-Sinai Hospital today, and is recuperating at his Studio City home. A heart attack won't keep Alex down -- take that Pat Sajak!

"I'm truly overwhelmed by the great show of support and compassion expressed in the past few days to me, my family and my coworkers. Even though I know Jeopardy! is a very popular program, I was still surprised at the number of people who took time from their schedules to call or send a note of encouragement. I thank you all so very much. I'm on the mend, and will be spending Christmas at home with my family. I will be back in the studio on January 14 to tape our Teen Tournament, which is always one of my favorite competitions. Meanwhile, I hope you will continue to watch and enjoy the program. The shows were taped before my heart attack, so what you are seeing is original, not rerun material. Happy Holidays to all of you. Alex"



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16. Thank you TMZ for sharing something that sows the gracious side fa celebrty. Here's to wishing blessings and fulfillent to all!

Posted at 1:34AM on Dec 17th 2007 by bellamamma73

17. my family is keeping alex&his family in our prayers we hope for a speedy recovery eventhough there is no speedy recovery for persons that have heart attacks because my grandfather had a heart attack in 91 he never fuly recovered in 97 he passed away

Posted at 3:40AM on Dec 16th 2007 by ric pasley

18. Mazel Tov...make fun of Jeopardy and its fans "my Husband and myself included"..if you like... BUT. This Man is a Class act !

Posted at 4:19AM on Dec 16th 2007 by Israel

19. Thank goodness that you over came your heart attack. My wife and I have watched both your show and Par Sajak's for years and years. The two most interesting shows on TV. Stick to it and come back for more years and years.

Yale Lainer yjlainer@aol.com

Posted at 10:43AM on Dec 16th 2007 by Yale J. Lainer

20. Thank God you're on the mend. Take care of yourself and have a wonderful holiday!!!!!! XXOO Carnen

Posted at 6:06PM on Dec 16th 2007 by CARMEN

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