Courtney Shah, 7-Time ‘Jeopardy’ Champion, Dead at 52

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Courtney Shah, a seven-time champion on Jeopardy!, has died at the age of 52 following a battle with brain cancer.

Family shares the news

According to reports, Courtney's daughter, Maya, announced on a family care website that:

• Courtney died at home while receiving hospice care.

• She entered hospice in March after chemotherapy and radiation treatments were no longer effective.

Her Jeopardy! success

Courtney first appeared on Jeopardy! in 2021, where she:

• Won seven consecutive games.

• Became one of the season's standout contestants.

She later returned for the Tournament of Champions in 2022, advancing to the quarterfinals before finishing third in her match.

Remembering her

Courtney was widely admired by viewers for her intelligence, composure, and gracious presence on the show. Following news of her passing, many fans and members of the Jeopardy! community have shared tributes celebrating her accomplishments and expressing condolences to her family.

Bottom line

Courtney Shah, remembered for her impressive seven-game winning streak on Jeopardy! and her appearance in the Tournament of Champions, has died at 52 after battling brain cancer. She is survived by her family, who shared that she spent her final months in hospice care at home.