Daytime Emmys salute late TV icons Alex Trebek, Larry King The late Alex Trebek won as game show host and "Jeopardy!" earned game show honors at the Daytime Emmy Awards Friday night. Author: BETH HARRIS Associated Press Published: 10:48 PM EDT June 25, 2021 Updated: 10:48 PM EDT June 25, 2021 LOS ANGELES — The Daytime Emmys turned into a love letter to Alex Trebek, honoring the beloved “Jeopardy!” host and the show seven months after his death. Trebek won as game show host and "Jeopardy!" earned game show honors on Friday night. ABC's “General Hospital” claimed four trophies, including best drama. Maurice Benard took lead actor honors for the third time as Sonny Corinthos.