Popular 'Jeopardy!' Contestant Laurin Bell Dead at 41

There is some upsetting news for Jeopardy! fans, as a popular contestant has sadly passed away. Laurin Bell, who competed in February 2023, died at 41 on Sunday, March 23. Her loved ones have confirmed on Facebook that Bell has tragically passed away by suicide. Kristen Joyner, her friend, took to Facebook and wrote, “It is with a heavy heart that we have to let everyone know Laurin Bell decided to end her life last night. She was a brilliant, funny, and beautiful soul. Please keep everyone in your thoughts and prayers as they process this loss.”