Drew Basile Jeopardy Profile: Age, Job, Family, Stats, Tournament of Champions
Find out all the Jeopardy! results for Drew Basile, including games played, scores and competitors.
Drew Basile Jeopardy Contestant Profile
Drew Basile, a 23-year-old graduate student originally from Birmingham, Michigan, now resides in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He is currently pursuing advanced studies in English and Philosophy at the University of Pennsylvania. Basile is recognized for his participation in the 45th season of “Survivor,” where his strategic approach to the game was noted. His background includes a notable victory in a national trivia championship in 2019, demonstrating his sharp intellect and competitive spirit. Additionally, he is an enthusiast of games like scrabble and enjoys writing, both of which align with his academic pursuits.
Basile’s skills extend beyond academics and reality TV. He has shown considerable prowess in public speaking, which he considers a strategic asset in “Survivor,” helping to compensate for what he perceives as his weaker physical gameplay. This approach reflects his deeper understanding of personal dynamics and strategic gameplay, which he has successfully leveraged in both his studies and on television.
Before his appearance on “Survivor,” Basile had a role as a contestant on “Jeopardy!” where he won seven games, accumulating about $130,000. His success on “Jeopardy!” led to his qualification for the Tournament of Champions, showcasing his broad knowledge and quick thinking. Furthermore, he held positions such as an Acquisition Intern at the University of Pennsylvania Press and a Researcher for a Russian-language poetry symposium, adding to his diverse professional experience.
Name | Drew Basile |
Location & Residence | From Birmingham, Michigan; currently residing in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
Profession & Jobs | Graduate Student at the University of Pennsylvania, Jeopardy! Contestant, Survivor Contestant |
Gender & Sex | Male |
Age & Date of Birth | 23 years old |
Nationality & Ethnicity | American |
Education & School | University of Pennsylvania, University of Oxford (Future enrollment for Master’s degrees) |
Relationships (Married/Dating/Sexuality) & Family | Mentioned a girlfriend during the pandemic |
Biography & More Details | National trivia champion, enjoys scrabble and writing, strategic player on “Survivor,” Jeopardy! champion, experience in academic and research roles |
Contestant Image Credit: Jeopardy Official Website
Drew Basile Jeopardy Results
Returning Champion | Contestant | Contestant | |
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Friday, 14 February 2025 | Adriana Harmeyer West Lafayette, Indiana Archivist Final Score: $20,800 Round 2 Score: $10,800 Round 1 Score: $3,200 | Isaac Hirsch Burbank, California Customer Support Team Lead Final Score: $21,600 Round 2 Score: $15,000 Round 1 Score: $8,200 | Drew Basile Birmingham, Michigan Graduate Student Winning Score: $38,400 Round 2 Score: $19,200 Round 1 Score: $3,000 |
Thursday, 6 February 2025 | Drew Basile Birmingham, Michigan Graduate Student Final Score: $8,802 Round 2 Score: $6,800 Round 1 Score: $800 | Drew Goins Honolulu, Hawai’i Journalist Final Score: $4,000 Round 2 Score: $4,400 Round 1 Score: $4,800 | Neilesh Vinjamuri Lionville, Pennsylvania Software Engineer Winning Score: $13,601 Round 2 Score: $8,800 Round 1 Score: $2,000 |
Friday, 28 June 2024 | Drew Basile Birmingham, Michigan Graduate Student 8 Day Winnings of $129,601 Final Score: $1,201 Round 2 Score: $9,600 Round 1 Score: -$1,400 | Andrew Fox Robbinsdale, Minnesota Clinical Psychologist Final Score: $1,200 Round 2 Score: $600 Round 1 Score: $200 | Cat Pisacano New York, New York Nurse Winning Score: $11,500 Round 2 Score: $5,800 Round 1 Score: $3,400 |
Thursday, 27 June 2024 | Drew Basile Birmingham, Michigan Graduate Student 7 Day Winnings of $111,601 Winning Score: $18,000 Round 2 Score: $19,000 Round 1 Score: $4,600 | Luke Hemphill Poulsbo, Washington Family Business Owner Final Score: $800 Round 2 Score: $7,800 Round 1 Score: $2,600 | Jayaker Kolli Austin, Texas Medical Student Final Score: $7,800 Round 2 Score: $7,800 Round 1 Score: $5,800 |
Wednesday, 26 June 2024 | Drew Basile Birmingham, Michigan Graduate Student 6 Day Winnings of $91,283 Winning Score: $20,318 Round 2 Score: $20,200 Round 1 Score: $5,000 | Natalie Miliano Portland, Maine Manufacturing Engineering Manager Final Score: $4,700 Round 2 Score: $6,200 Round 1 Score: $2,200 | Maryl Harris Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Study Operations Manager Final Score: $6,201 Round 2 Score: $10,000 Round 1 Score: $4,800 |
Tuesday, 25 June 2024 | Drew Basile Birmingham, Michigan Graduate Student 4 Day Winnings of $75,682 Winning Score: $15,601 Round 2 Score: $11,800 Round 1 Score: $3,600 | Staci Garner Chicago, Illinois Teacher Final Score: $2,999 Round 2 Score: $7,400 Round 1 Score: $5,800 | Alan Elverum Henderson, Nevada Senior Quality Assurance Administrator Final Score: $14,801 Round 2 Score: $7,800 Round 1 Score: $1,000 |
Monday, 24 June 2024 | Drew Basile Birmingham, Michigan Graduate Student 3 Day Winnings of $53,282 Winning Score: $22,400 Round 2 Score: $26,400 Round 1 Score: $9,800 | Erin Buker San Pedro, California Stay at Home Mom Final Score: -$7,200 Round 2 Score: -$7,200 Round 1 Score: -$400 | Graham Hicks Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Lighting Designer Final Score: $1 Round 2 Score: $11,000 Round 1 Score: $4,600 |
Friday, 21 June 2024 | Drew Basile Birmingham, Michigan Graduate Student 2 Day Winnings of $33,282 Winning Score: $20,000 Round 2 Score: $20,000 Round 1 Score: $4,400 | Richelle Brown Alexandria, Virginia Substitute Teacher Final Score: $995 Round 2 Score: $1,000 Round 1 Score: $2,800 | Josh Heit Silver Spring, Maryland Government Relations Professional Final Score: $20,000 Round 2 Score: $10,000 Round 1 Score: $2,000 |
Thursday, 20 June 2024 | Drew Basile Birmingham, Michigan Graduate Student 1 Day Winnings of $23,482 Winning Score: $9,800 Round 2 Score: $15,800 Round 1 Score: $3,600 | Bob Longstreth San Diego, California Superior Court Judge Final Score: $6,398 Round 2 Score: $8,600 Round 1 Score: $600 | Jonquil Garrick-Reynolds Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Theatrical Wardrobe Technician Final Score: $1,200 Round 2 Score: $10,400 Round 1 Score: $1,200 |
Wednesday, 19 June 2024 | Adriana Harmeyer West Lafayette, Indiana Archivist 15 Day Winnings of $349,600 Final Score: $7,900 Round 2 Score: $9,300 Round 1 Score: $8,100 | Drew Basile Birmingham, Michigan Graduate Student Winning Score: $23,482 Round 2 Score: $23,600 Round 1 Score: $5,600 | Tekla Sauter Chicago, Illinois Nonprofit Strategist Final Score: $18,601 Round 2 Score: $10,600 Round 1 Score: $3,200 |