Kara Brown, a payroll manager from Seattle, faces off against reigning champion Harrison Whitaker on Friday’s Jeopardy episode after yesterday’s triple stumper thriller on Nov. 20, 2025. The dramatic Final Jeopardy moment left all three contestants stumped. Harrison preserved his winning streak to reach 8 consecutive victories despite missing the tough clue himself.
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🔥 Quick Facts:
- Triple stumper in the Women Authors category stumped all contestants on Nov. 20.
- Harrison Whitaker won his eighth straight game with $10,399 in winnings.
- Kara Brown finished second with $5,999 after aggressive Final Jeopardy betting.
- Harper Lee was the correct answer to the literary Garbo clue about the 2016 New York Times obituary.
- The Tournament of Champions qualifier is now heading for his 9th game on Friday, Nov. 21.
What Was the Triple Stumper Question?
Final Jeopardy tested contestants with an elegant clue. The category was Women Authors, and the question revealed: “In her 2016 New York Times obituary, this author was said to have ‘gained a reputation as a literary Garbo‘.” None of the three contestants knew the answer was Harper Lee.
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Harper Lee, best known for To Kill a Mockingbird (published 1960), withdrew from public life after her novel’s massive success. Like actress Greta Garbo, Lee became increasingly private and reclusive. The comparison perfectly captured her legendary reclusiveness. Kara bet too aggressively, wagering $5,201 and losing ground to Harrison’s conservative $6,001 wager.
How Harrison Won Game Eight
Harrison Whitaker dominated most of the game, entering Final Jeopardy with a commanding $16,400 lead. Kara Brown mounted a strong comeback. She found both Daily Doubles in Double Jeopardy and answered two $2,000 clues correctly. This aggressive play brought her score to $11,200, narrowing the gap significantly.
Blythe Roberson, a writer from Brooklyn, New York, entered Final Jeopardy with $3,000. She went all-in on the triple stumper but also missed, finishing with $0. The rare triple stumper meant nobody earned points in the final round.
What’s Next for Friday?
Harrison Whitaker looks to extend his winning streak to nine games on Friday’s episode. His 8-day total now stands at $218,600, making him one of the show’s strongest current performers. The Terre Haute, Indiana researcher qualifies for Tournament of Champions competition after reaching five consecutive wins.
Kara Brown will return as a challenger on Friday after her impressive second-place finish. Her ability to locate both Daily Doubles and score $5,999 shows she’s a formidable contestant. Viewers will wonder if she’ll adjust her Final Jeopardy strategy for another shot at the champion.
Understanding Jeopardy’s Triple Stumpers
A triple stumper occurs when none of the three contestants provides a correct response. These moments are rare and memorable. They showcase the difficulty of Jeopardy’s hardest questions. The Harper Lee clue proved particularly tricky because it required knowledge of her obituary’s specific language plus the Greta Garbo comparison.
Many viewers at home likely struggled with the clue too. Jeopardy fans often debate triple stumpers on social media, discussing whether the question was too obscure or if the clue needed better wording. This particular Women Authors category provided an excellent test of literary knowledge.
Why Final Jeopardy Matters
The Final Jeopardy round determines champions in close games. Kara’s aggressive bet reflected her position. She trailed Harrison by $5,200 going in. Her $5,201 wager attempted to overtake him if he wagered zero. However, Harrison’s standard cover wager strategy (betting to protect his lead) locked him in first place.
Will Kara Brown Return Friday?
The headline’s mention of Kara returning Friday confirms she appears on the November 21 episode. Contestants who finish second can return as challengers. Kara’s performance suggests she’ll be competitive again. Her $13,400 Coryat score (what she’d earn if all wagers were neutral) demonstrates strong category knowledge.
Friday’s episode will feature Harrison’s quest for nine against Kara and a new challenger. History shows returning challengers perform differently on subsequent episodes. Kara now knows how Harrison wagers in Final Jeopardy, which could change her strategy.
The Stakes for Harrison
Each additional win increases Harrison’s chances of a longer run. With eight games under his belt, he’s already secured a spot in the 2027 Tournament of Champions. Extending his streak builds his brand and increases his total winnings. Viewers increasingly tune in for champion runs.
Sources
- The Jeopardy! Fan – Complete game recap with statistics and contestant profiles
- PRIMETIMER – Episode highlights and Final Jeopardy analysis
- The Avocado – Detailed wagering strategy and triple stumper breakdown
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