Ken Jennings Shares Unexpected Insights on ‘Drag Race’ and Taylor Swift

Ken Jennings appeared in an Instagram question-and-answer session on March 29. The chat promoted a new Jeopardy! YouTube spinoff that debuts March 31.

About the YouTube edition

The YouTube version premieres March 31 at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT. The episode features Rebecca Black, Brennan Mulligan and Monet X Change as contestants.

Monet X Change is best known for performances on RuPaul’s Drag Race. The appearance links the quiz series with the drag community for the launch.

Drag Race comparisons and fan reactions

Fans asked Jennings whether a drag competition is harder than Jeopardy!. He noted the physical demands of performing in drag.

Viewers quickly urged producers to invite him to guest-judge RuPaul’s Drag Race. Social media comments ranged from playful pleading to full-on crossover requests.

Taylor Swift connection

Jennings also named Taylor Swift as the pop star he would most like to tour with. He described his wish to befriend her and said he was putting it out there.

Swift previously featured drag performers in her 2019 video for “You Need To Calm Down.” Fans often stage drag brunches with impersonations of the singer.

Other revelations from the Q&A

Jennings said he missed out on tickets to Swift’s Eras Tour in 2023. He mentioned that he watches shows on YouTube he missed while too sleepy to view live.

On personality, he placed himself as Lawful Neutral in Dungeons & Dragons terms. He joked that a Jeopardy! host should be Lawful Good and that he plays that role on television.

On preparation and curiosity

Jennings said YouTube rewards a broad kind of curiosity. He argued that the platform’s variety helps prepare contestants for the new format.

Filmogaz.com readers may find his answers surprising. Jeopardy! airs weekdays; check local listings. Episodes stream the next day on Hulu and Peacock.