Forest Hills Local Competes On 'Jeopardy!' Tonight

FOREST HILLS, QUEENS — Forest Hills neighbors tuning into "Jeopardy!" tonight might see a familiar face on the screen.

Tom Philipose, a writing professor and Forest Hills resident, is competing on the June 2 episode of the show, which airs at 7 p.m. on ABC (those without cable, or a TV, can watch on the channel's livestream).

Philipose will go up against two other contestants, including Ryan Long, a ride-sharing driver whose racked up $260,100 after winning 14 consecutive games — the latest winning streak in a season defined by so-called "super champions."

This isn't the Forest Hills-based professor's first appearance as a quiz competitor, though.

In 2008 he reportedly appeared on "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire," another quiz competition, and walked away with $50,000, according to a website dedicated to the show.

Philipose is currently an adjunct professor at New York University, according to LinkedIn.

He's taught at colleges and universities in New York City since the early aughts, according to the business site, including a stint at Queens College and St. John's University (both in the World's Borough).

Currently in its 38th season, "Jeopardy!" will be hosted by Mayim Bialik (with appearances by Ken Jennings) through the end of July 2022.

Find out more about tonight's episode here and find out where to watch here (or stream the show online here).