2 Times Alex Trebek Noted Manasquan-Belmar Area On 'Jeopardy!'

Alex Trebek announced Wednesday that he was diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer. Trebek has hosted Jeopardy! since 1984, reciting countless clues for trivia buffs.

In that time, Trebek mentioned two contestants who could hold a special place in the hearts of people in the Manasquan-Belmar area:

• Nicole Labruto, a surf school manager from Spring Lake Heights; Season 26 player (Oct. 6, 2009).
• John Cassidy, an accountant from Spring Lake; Season 12 player (Sept. 9, 1995).

Here's a fan-created archive of each time Jeopardy! clues have involved New Jersey. Press the dollar amount of put your cursor over it to see the correct question to each clue.

Trebek, 78, said on a video announcement that he plans to beat cancer and continue hosting.

"With the love and support of my family and friends, and with the help of your prayers also, I plan to beat the low survival rate statistics for this disease," Trebek said.

The iconic host ended the video on a lighter note. Trebek said he has to beat cancer because his contract runs for three more years.

Watch the video below: