Actor LeVar Burton Will Guest-Host "Jeopardy!"

A petition with over 200,000 signatures supports LeVar Burton as the new host of Jeopardy. Known for his roles in Star Trek, Roots, and Reading Rainbow, Burton is a popular choice. Jeopardy is seeking a new host after Alex Trebek's passing from cancer in November.

Who is the new host of Jeopardy that people are petitioning for?

What shows is Burton known for?

What is the name of the Children's literacy show associated with Burton?

What happened to the longtime host of Jeopardy, Alex Trebek?

What has Jeopardy not announced after the passing of Alex Trebek?