Art Fleming (May 1, 1924-April 25, 1995) was an American television host. He is best known as the original host of the game show "Jeopardy!" from 1964 until 1975 and again from 1978 to 1979. on 1964 to 1979 The All New Jeopardy Before Alex Trebek or Other Art Fleming Born on May 1 1924-April 1995 