A “Wheel of Fortune” contestant missed out on the $1 million prize during Ryan Seacrest’s second week of hosting the beloved game show. During Monday night’s episode, player Vivian Tran lost out on the grand prize as she missed one word during the nerve-racking puzzle. “My heart is racing, this is a first for me,” Seacrest said during the Bonus …
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'Wheel of Fortune' fans blame Ryan Seacrest for contestant losing shot at $1M
A “Wheel of Fortune” contestant missed out on a chance at winning the million-dollar prize, and fans are putting the blame on new host Ryan Seacrest. During Seacrest’s first week of replacing longtime host Pat Sajak, fans argued that the new game show host was off to a rocky start. On Seacrest’s second night of hosting “Wheel of Fortune,” contestant …
Read More »Pat Sajak's next gig comes with 'intact' reputation: 'He'll always draw eyeballs'
Pat Sajak is moving on from his storied job as the host of “Wheel of Fortune” with his reputation and ratings “intact.” Sajak’s final episode aired June 7, almost a year after he announced June 12, 2023, he was leaving the game show. He already has his next gig lined up. “Unlike other high-profile ‘family room stars’ who enjoyed off-the-charts …
Read More »‘AGT’ Golden Buzzer winning janitor thought Heidi Klum ‘didn’t like me’ before realizing 'I made it through'
When Richard Goodall finished singing his cover of the Journey hit “Don’t Stop Believin'” on “America’s Got Talent,” he could hardly believe what was happening. Goodall received the Golden Buzzer on the season premiere, and told Fox News Digital, “Nowhere, even remotely, could I ever have imagined what happened, happened.” When he finished, with a standing ovation from the audience …
Read More »Ryan Seacrest congratulates Pat Sajak on ‘Wheel of Fortune’ retirement: ‘You’ve set the standard’
Ryan Seacrest sang Pat Sajak’s praises as Sajak concluded his final show hosting “Wheel of Fortune.” Seacrest took to his Instagram to pay tribute to Sajak following his final turn as host Friday. “Pat, congratulations on an incredible run with Wheel of Fortune! Your dedication, charm, and wit have made the show a beloved part of American television for decades,” …
Read More »Pat Sajak plans next move after final ‘Wheel of Fortune' episode
Although Pat Sajak has spun his last spin, the game show veteran isn’t exactly retiring. Sajak’s last “Wheel of Fortune” episode aired Friday evening, but the host of 42 years already has a new job lined up. The 77-year-old will be playing the antagonist in the 1962 play “Prescription: Murder,” which inspired the Peter Falk-led “Columbo” pilot of the same …
Read More »'Wheel of Fortune' host Pat Sajak ends final episode with a surprise: ‘It’s been an incredible privilege’
It was a sad night for longtime “Wheel of Fortune” fans. On Friday, the game show aired its “Thanks For the Memories” final episode with Pat Sajak, 77, as its host. The episode began with a flashback of Sajak’s first episode in 1981, when he took over Chuck Woolery’s role as host. Following the toss-up round, Sajak said “most people …
Read More »‘Wheel of Fortune’ host Pat Sajak created 'perfect storm' with ‘timing, tempo and teamwork': expert
For over four decades, “Wheel of Fortune” host Pat Sajak has captivated viewers with his charismatic charm, quick wit and overall likable demeanor. Now, years after he created “a perfect storm” with the show, he’s taking one last spin and saying goodbye. Sajak became one of the most beloved television hosts in game show history, with one expert telling Fox …
Read More »Pat Sajak shares 6-word message to fans in 'Wheel of Fortune' farewell
In a simple message barely longer than most of his “Wheel of Fortune” puzzles, Pat Sajak bid farewell to fans on social media ahead of his last show on Friday. “Thank you all so very much,” Sajak, who has hosted “Wheel” since 1982, wrote on his X page. The 77-year-old’s stint on 8,010 episodes has earned him a spot in …
Read More »'Wheel of Fortune's' Pat Sajak delivers emotional farewell speech as 'the time has come to say goodbye'
Emotions are running high as Pat Sajak‘s final “Wheel of Fortune” episode approaches. During his last episode, which was taped in April and airs Friday evening, Sajak delivered an emotional goodbye speech. “Well, the time has come to say goodbye,” he said. “I have a few thanks and acknowledgments before I go, and I want to start with all watching …
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