Who Won ‘Jeopardy' Today? (May 22, 2026) Plus, the Final Jeopardy Answer
There are three things guaranteed in the world today: Death, taxes, and Jeopardy! being on. Believe it or not, the iconic game show has been on the air for over 60 years (though the modern incarnation we know and love technically debuted in 1984). Under the watchful eye of Ken Jennings (who himself was a record-breaking champion), Jeopardy! puts three people's trivia skills and reflexes to the ultimate test. And so many of the greats to grace those podiums started by simply watching the show as it aired on weekdays, as millions have done for over half a century.
Here's a spoiler-filled recap of who won Jeopardy! today, plus the answer to Final Jeopardy.
Who won Jeopardy today?
Chris D'Angelo
Chris D'Angelo has done it again, winning his third consecutive game for a running total of $53,600 as a three-day champion.
Who are the Jeopardy contestants today?
Chris D'Angelo
Chris D'Angelo is a content manager from Washington, D.C.
Jeff Weyhmiller
Jeff Weyhmiller is a nuclear power instructor from Holland, Michigan.
Mary Morris
Mary Morris is a law school administrator from Indianapolis, Indiana.
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What was Final Jeopardy today?
Final Jeopardy today was in the category "LITERARY TERMINOLOGY"
The clue: "17th century critic Thomas Rymer coined this 2-word term, instructing that a work should uphold moral principles & see vice punished."
The answer: "What is the poetic justice?"
Only one contestant got FJ right, and it was reigning champ D'Angleo, who took home his third win on Friday, ending the week on a high note.
The game was already a runaway, as D'Angelo had a massive lead over Weyhmiller and Morris with $20,400 to their $3,200 and $1,800. He made a smart, conservative wager of $4,600, pushing his total to $25,000. Morris wagered nearly everything with a guess of "virtuous text," dropping to $401, while Weyhmiller wagered $500, getting it wrong with "morality play" and taking second place with $2,700.
D'Angelo will return on Monday for attempt number four!
Did you get the answer? Sound off in the comments!
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When is Jeopardy on next?
Jeopardy! will come back on Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, with a new episode. Check your local listings to find out when to watch
Where is Jeopardy streaming?
Jeopardy! is available on both Hulu and Peacock. Subscribers can enjoy watching new episodes the next day, as well as access a vault of many classic episodes to enjoy at a moment's notice.
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This story was originally published May 22, 2026 at 1:00 PM.