Lee Wilkins is a Regulatory Affairs Coordinator from Auburn, Alabama. Besides, she is one of the newest champions of America’s syndicated quiz game show, Jeopardy!
In this write-up, you can get detailed insights into Lee Wilkins’ Jeopardy! journey, her wiki, family life, and relationship status.
What Is Lee Wilkins Doing Now?
Lee Wilkins is currently competing in the 40th season of America’s most popular trivia game show Jeopardy! She made her debut in the show on Wednesday, 10 April 2024.
Lee became a winner on her Jeopardy! debut on 10 April 2024 (Image Source: Facebook)
In her first-ever reality TV appearance, Lee managed a win and bagged a cash prize of $2,200. In the episode, she was up against then three-day champion, Lucas Partridge, and a Lawyer from New York, New York, Daniel Rosenberg.
Now, Lee will look to defend her winning streak when she appears for the second time on Jeopardy! on 11 April 2024. On Thursday, she will face a Public Radio Producer, Brian Hardzinski, and a Writer & Creative Executive, Alison Betts.
Lee Wilkins Wiki; Age, Birthday, Ethnicity
Lee Wilkins hails from Auburn, Alabama, United States. She was born in the year 1963 which makes her 60 years of age.
With American nationality, Lee holds white ethnicity. She celebrates her birthday in the month of May every year.
Her Family Details
Talking about her family, Lee hasn’t revealed the identity of her parents and possible siblings. However, she has mentioned in an interview that she started watching Jeopardy! with her family from the early 2000s.
Lee said,
My family and I have watched Jeopardy! for years, at least since the early 2000s, and I have always loved Trivial Pursuit and other trivia games. It was a surrealistic experience. I really enjoyed it—it was an honor.
Lee Wilkins Education
Regarding her education, Lee earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in History and English at Mississippi University in 1981. After that, she completed her master’s degree in English Literature/Letters at Mississippi State University in 1992.
What Is Her Job?
Lee is a Regulatory Affairs Coordinator serving in Auburn, Alabama. She works as a grants coordinator in East Alabama Health’s Regulatory Affairs department.
Before that, Lee served as a Funding Manager at Unity Wellness Center. She was also an editor of the Noise Control Engineering Journal.
Lee Wilkins Married Life
Lee is a married woman! She has been happily married to her same-sex partner for around 37 years now.
As of now, Lee and her partner are raising two kids together. They have a son and a daughter in their family who are in their 20s.
Lee and her same-sex partner are raising two kids (Image Source: Lee’s Facebook)
In fact, it was Lee’s son who convinced her to take the contestant test on the Jeopardy!’s website. After being selected, she and her family flew to California for the taping of the show.
Lee’s family also includes a few kitties and a pet dog named Pip.
