Jeopardy! Champ Cris Pannullo: From Poker Grinder to Quiz Show King

Cris Pannullo, a former poker player, recently won $748,286 on Jeopardy! after an impressive 21 straight victories. His run places him 5th on the all-time Jeopardy! games won list and 5th on the all-time regular-season winnings list.

Pannullo's best recorded poker result was a 7th place finish in a 2010 WSOP satellite for $1,731. He was also a freelance writer for CardPlayer magazine in 2008, showcasing his knowledge of poker. His Jeopardy! run ended when he lost to San Diego professor Andy Tirrell in the Final Jeopardy round.

Pannullo's Jeopardy! ability outshone his skills on the green felt, proving his prowess in the quiz show arena. His impressive run on Jeopardy! has solidified his status as one of the winningest contestants of all time.