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What is Jeopardy! star Buzzy Cohen’s real name?
BUZZY Cohen is getting some attention for his appearance as a Jeopardy! guest host.
The former contestant returned to the game show to host the Tournament of Champions following a long line of filling in for the late host
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What is Buzzy Cohen's real name?
Though he's best known by his nickname, Buzzy Cohen's real name is Austin Cohen.
He's currently the CEO of The Teenage Diplomat, which provides jingles for commercials.
but moved out to Los Angeles eight years before he appeared on Jeopardy!
He quickly became popular amongst fans of the show because of his confident, yet always respectful, persona.
Jeopardy! has had a number of guest hosts this year after legendary host Guest hosts so far include: , , and .
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Where did he get the nickname "Buzzy" from?
Cohen got his nickname from his parents,
He did not reveal why his mother gave him the nickname "Buzzy," but he said his parents were proud of him for and that they even helped him develop his persona.
"The first time I was on, he [my dad] made me three suits,"; he said.
"I started wearing a suit and tie every day after that and I continued to get suits made."
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What's next for Buzzy Cohen?
Beginning May 17, 2021, Cohen the Tournament of Champions.
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And even if he's not picked as t, Cohen said he's proud of the connection.
“I don’t have words for this,” Cohen said.
“I stood on this stage four years ago and I told Alex with all love and admiration that and I can’t believe I got that shot.”
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