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Jeopardy Host Apologizes for Inaccurate Clue on Viral Meme Character John Pork
5 Nov
Summary
- Jeopardy clue described John Pork as "AI-generated", angering fans
- Host Ken Jennings acknowledged the mistake and apologized to John Pork
- John Pork is a fictional character with a pig's head and human body
On October 24th, 2025, the popular game show Jeopardy aired a clue that caused a stir among viewers. The clue, which fell under the category "Daddy, is there really a...", stated: "No: A.I. generated the TikTok image of this pig/human eventually killed by Tim Cheese."
After contestants failed to identify the subject, host Ken Jennings revealed the answer as "Who is John Pork?" However, this description of the fictional character angered many fans, who pointed out that John Pork's social media presence predates the widespread use of AI technology.
In a follow-up video posted last week, Jennings acknowledged the mistake and apologized to John Pork. "Even though AI is used heavily in many of his TikToks, it's possible that wasn't the best wording to refer to his original appearances," Jennings said. He expressed hope that John Pork would "forgive me and all of us at Jeopardy for any insult we may have committed against you or your memory."
John Pork, a character with a pig's head and human body, has gained a comedic following on social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok for his absurd yet innocuous presence. His fictional "assassination" by a rat hitman named Tim Cheese has also become a popular meme.
While the Jeopardy clue may have been inaccurate, the show's acknowledgment of the error and Jennings' apology have been well-received by fans of the viral internet sensation.
