"We'll take ‘Behind-the-Scenes Game Show Drama' for $1,000, please!"
 
Following his recent resignation as the game show's new host amid controversy, television producer Mike

"We'll take ‘Behind-the-Scenes Game Show Drama' for $1,000, please!"
 
Following his recent resignation as the game show's new host amid controversy, television producer Mike Richardswill no longer work on Jeopardy!, according to an email sent to staff obtained by E! News.
 
Suzanne Prete, executive vice president of business and strategy at Jeopardy! and Wheel of Fortune, revealed Sony's decision on Tuesday, Aug. 31.
 
"We had hoped that when Mike stepped down from the host position at Jeopardy!, it would have minimized the disruption and internal difficulties we have all experienced these last few weeks," the note read. "That clearly has not happened."
 
Assuring that production will "remain on schedule" ahead of the show's new season, Suzanne also thanked her staff for their steadiness for the past few weeks surrounding Richards' promotion and subsequent step back.
 
"I know this has been a challenging time for the entire team, and I want to thank you all for your cooperation and professionalism over these last few weeks," the statement continued. "I will be more involved in the day-to-day on our shows moving forward and I am looking forward to working closely with all of you."