Controversy Erupts as Mayim Bialik Loses ‘Jeopardy!’ Hosting Gig Over Israel Support

Mayim Bialik has been fired as a host of ‘Jeopardy’, after becoming an outspoken Israel supporter. The firing has sparked accusations of antisemitism. Bialik said that she is deeply saddened by the decision and hopes to collaborate as a prime time special with ‘Jeopardy!’. Users have since accused the show of antisemitism, saying Bialik has the right to defend her people. Bialik has defended Israel on social media, saying Israel is the homeland of the Jewish people. She also criticized UCLA by saying that there wasn’t enough effort to combat antisemitism at the school. Bialik received a lot of support but there has been no confirmed reason for her firing.