Scott Riccardi is currently a champion on 'Jeopardy,' holding a 16-day winning streak and nearly half a million dollars in winnings. He describes himself as a generic-looking person, akin to a Nintendo 'Mii' avatar. Riccardi first appeared on the show on July 3 and has since gained significant local media attention. Raised in South Plainfield and now residing in Somerville, New Jersey, he has long been a fan of the game, particularly admiring current host Ken Jennings. Riccardi is recognized for his bold gameplay, making large wagers and being quick on the buzzer.
Riccardi compares himself to a Nintendo 'Mii' avatar before a player sets its features, because he sees himself as a pretty generic-looking guy.
Raised in South Plainfield, Riccardi moved to Somerville, New Jersey two years ago after receiving an engineering degree from Rutgers University.
He's known for big wagers and being first to the buzzer. As of the most recent episode, Riccardi has taken home close to a half-million dollars in cumulative winnings from his 16-day streak.
Riccardi's been a big fan of Jennings since he first watched the host on 'Jeopardy' tournaments. 'It made me so happy to see him,' Riccardi said.
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