Jeremy Paxman has hosted his final episode of BBC's Univeristy Challenge after 29 years.
Journalist and broadcaster Jeremy Paxman has hosted his final episode of BBC's Univeristy Challenge after 29 years.
The 73-year-old hosted the quiz show since it was revived at the BBC in 1994 but has now ended his run after being diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. Signing off the show, Paxman said: “It remains for me to thank Jung Chang for presenting the trophy, all the teams who have entertained us over the past months, and you for watching.
“University Challenge returns later in the year and I look forward to watching it with you. So it’s good night for me. Good night.”Kate Phillips, BBC Director of Unscripted, pays tribute to Jeremy Paxman’s University Challenge legacy as he presents his final episode
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