Ben Affleck, ‘Jeopardy!’ Champ Win $1 Million for Charity on ‘Who Wants to Be a Millionaire’

Ben Affleck won $1 million on the game show “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire,” which aired on ABC. This victory was achieved in collaboration with Jeopardy champion Jamie Ding. The episode was part of a two-part conclusion for the season, and Affleck's win marks him as one of the celebrity winners of the show. This event occurred one year after fellow actor Matt Damon also won the top prize on the same game show. The $1 million prize will be directed to Affleck's philanthropic organization, the Eastern Congo Initiative. This nonprofit is noted as the first U.S.-based advocacy and grant-making organization dedicated to supporting the people of Eastern Congo. The funds will contribute to the ongoing efforts of the Eastern Congo Initiative, which has been a longtime focus of Affleck's charitable work. Affleck's participation in the game show highlights the intersection of entertainment and philanthropy, as celebrity appearances often draw attention to important causes. The collaboration with Jamie Ding, a Jeopardy champion, further emphasizes the competitive spirit and knowledge required to succeed in such quiz-based formats. The win not only benefits Affleck's charity but also showcases the potential of game shows to raise significant funds for philanthropic endeavors.