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Amy Schneider

Amy Schneider is an American engineering manager and quiz show contestant best known for her historic run on Jeopardy! in late 2021 and early 2022.

  • Jeopardy! Career: She is the first openly transgender contestant to qualify for the Jeopardy! Tournament of Champions. Her run lasted for 40 consecutive games, making her the second-longest winning streak in the show's history, behind only Ken Jennings.
  • Earnings: Amy Schneider has earned over $1.3 million during her appearances on Jeopardy!, making her the highest-earning woman and highest-earning transgender contestant in the show's history.
  • Personal Life: Amy Schneider is from Oakland, California. She has been open about her transgender identity and uses her platform to advocate for transgender visibility and rights. She is married to Genevieve Davis.
  • Career: Before her Jeopardy! fame, she worked as an engineering manager.
  • Writing: Amy is also a writer and has expressed interest in pursuing writing projects in the future.