Who was Alex Trebek?

Born in Ontario, Canada, in 1940, Alex Trebek grew up listening to the radio and hoping to one day become a broadcaster. His dream became a reality when he was hired as a reporter for the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation in 1961. Alex's composed nature and ability to skillfully improvise while on t...

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Main Authors: Pollack, Pam (Author), Belviso, Meg (Author)
Other Authors: Hammond, Ted (Illustrator)
Format: Books Print Book
Language:English
Published: New York : Penguin Workshop, 2022.
Series:Who was-- ?
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