Silikovitz’s run ended on Tuesday when contestant James Corson succeeded him, winning a whopping $42,000. “Just being a Jeopardy champion is something that I’m proud of,” Silikovitz told ...

Finding Silikovitz funny and somewhat charming, Cowell encouraged him to set his eyes on Abdul. “Who knows, maybe today you can also find someone who is single,” Cowell said pointing at Abdul.

Silikovitz made his “Jeopardy!” debut on Monday, besting the 8-day champion Laura Faddah by winning $23,600 in a dominating game that, from the start, was a runaway.

Silikovitz revealed that five months later, he was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, which is “a movement disorder of the nervous system that worsens over time,” according to Mayo Clinic.

Silikovitz was correct with “Who is the Dalai Lama?” He wagered $6,800, giving him a final total of $13,600. Johnson answered the same and bet $4,000, giving her $24,800 as her final total.

Harvey Silikovitz is reflecting on his journey to the Jeopardy stage. The attorney from West Orange, N.J., discussed competing on the show during his interview with Ken Jennings on Monday's episode.

Silikovitz made his “Jeopardy!” debut on Monday, besting the 8-day champion Laura Faddah by winning $23,600 in a dominating game that, from the start, was a runaway.