LeVar Burton, Pushes to Become br the Next Permanent, 'Jeopardy!’ Host.br LeVar Burton, Pushes to Become br the Next Permanent, 'Jeopardy!’ Host.br Complex reports LeVar Burton has continued to openly express his desire to land a permanent role hosting the iconic game show.br In an interview with br 'The New York Times Magazine,' br Burton opened up about the possibility. .br It’s difficult to explain,br but there’s somethingbr inside me that saysbr this makes sense.br I feel like this is whatbr I’m supposed to do, LeVar Burton, via 'The New York Times Magazine'.br 'Jeopardy!' is a cultural touchstone, br and for a Black man to occupy br that podium is significant, LeVar Burton, via 'The New York Times Magazine'.br Since Alex Trebek’s death in November br of 2020, the show has had a number br of celebrity guest hosts.br A petition on Change.org to have Burton br take over permanent hosting duties br has gained over 255,000 signatures. .br On July 26, Burton will begin his one week stint as guest host, which runs until July 30. .br When asked by the 'New York Times Magazine' how he would feel if he didn't receive the permanent role, he seemed optimistic. .br Everything happens perfectlybr and for a reason. That is my default. It’s all going to be OK.