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upcoming retirement. Rhachel Royal-Fortune from Durham, North Carolina, uniquely addressed Sajak’s retirement news Thursday in a spoken word poem.“Now a lot of people, especially young people, are kind of afraid of poetry,” Sajak, 77, said at the beginning of the episode as he got to know the contestants. “It’s a little daunting.

wheely poor luck. Outgoing “Wheel of Fortune” host Pat Sajak attempted to console a contestant Monday when he lost his chance to win $1 million after failing to solve a nearly complete puzzle during the show. During the show’s third puzzle of “fun and games,” contestant Izzy Santiago, who was leading the competition with $2,550, spun big by landing on the coveted $1 million slat.After correctly guessing the letter “F,” Santiago was presented with a nearly complete board reading “_ra_i_g from _ame_ from a hat.” It was then that Sajak, 76, announced that the man had two choices.

co-host Vanna White revealed that the letters spelled out “Taking a quick jog,” the 76-year-old host teased the contestant.“Wow, that was so unclose,” he said. “You just didn’t have the letters.”The California resident fired back, “See, I don’t consider jogging fun and games,” as he rolled his eyes and threw up his arms.Tucker ended up winning $18,000 for his time on the game show, and fans were quick to agree with his argument.“Wheel of Fortune” even shared the moment on its official Instagram with the caption, “He has a point.”Sajak announced his plans to retire after this season, marking an end to 42 years of hosting the show.

snapped at a contestant for continually answering puzzles incorrectly, asking the woman “why are you bothering?”Earlier that month, Sajak told a fan-favorite contestant “don’t ever do it again,” after the 22-year-old grabbed the envelope in the game show’s bonus round.Sajak was also slammed by fans when one contestant was given an “impossible” bonus puzzle — “that was a pivotal factor.”Sajak’s other eyebrow-raising behavior has included putting a contestant in a chokehold, claiming he hides in letter-turner White’s garden, and asking a contestant to remove his shirt.In June, Sajak tweeted that the show’s 41st season, which debuted in September, would be his last. “Well, the time has come.

signed on to stay as the game show’s iconic letter-turner alongside new host Ryan Seacrest.“It was because people just have rumors,” she told People recently. “Everything is so blown out of proportion, not just with my stuff, with everybody’s stuff.”The television personality said she’s “a strong person” and won’t be doing “anything I don’t want to do or that I don’t believe in.”“My mother taught me that at a young age, and I’m sticking to my guns,” she said.The details of her new contract have not been made public.White made headlines earlier this year when longtime emcee Pat Sajak announced that he would be leaving the trivia show.Many fans urged the series to promote White as the new host and there were reports of contract negotiations behind the scenes.She’s since signed on for two more years through the 2026 season.

People. “It was a very hard decision for me to make, because it definitely crossed my mind. It’s like, ‘I just don’t know if I can do this without you,’ but I thought about it and I’m not ready to retire, so I am staying on.”The Post reached out to White for comment.

Vanna White is not retiring from Wheel of Fortune soon having just extended her time on the syndicated game show. However, retiring is not out of the question and it’s something White has thought about now that host Pat Sajak is leaving.

E! News. “She’s been around it her whole life, so I think she can fill in for me, for sure.”Sajak, 28, took over for White in May when the legendary co-host played (and eventually lost) the game against “Jeopardy!” hosts Ken Jennings and Mayim Bialik. In an Instagram Story posted prior to the show, Maggie stated that she hoped “to make Vanna proud.”It seems that Maggie did indeed succeed on that part, as White also told E! that the law school student was “precious, she’s beautiful, she’s very good.” “I think she learned a lot from her father because he’s such a good interviewer,” White said.

Momma performs at Club Lucky’s sixth anniversary party in March 2014. Photos: David M. Mosqueda

‘Wheel of Fortune Live’ needs.The popular game show turned live theatrical experience is hitting the road this fall and randomly selected guests at all shows can compete for prizes like a) trips to Paris or Hawaii or b) up to $10,000 in cash according to Wheel Of Fortune Live’s website.Midway through the 56-stop run, ‘Wheel of Fortune Live’ will drop into New York and New Jersey.First up, they’ll hit Red Bank, NJ’s Hackensack Meridian Health Theatre on Sunday, Nov. 5.After that, fans can buy vowels at Englewood, NJ’s Bergen Performing Arts Center on Wednesday, Nov. 8, Brookville, NY’s Tilles Center Concert Hall on Thursday, Nov.

news of his retirement as famed host of “Wheel of Fortune” has spurred wonders about cohost Vanna White.While there has been speculation about what the 66-year-old’s role would be when Sajak, 76, departs after this current season, she isn’t gone just yet.However, she was absent this week from being the iconic letter-turner on the show.But it was only due to her coming down with COVID.On top of Monday’s episode, Sajak said, “You’ll notice Vanna is not here, and I have to say that Ms. White has tested positive for COVID.” The emcee continued: “That’s the bad news.

jar?”Jessica’s incredibly wrong answer sent a massive gasp throughout the studio audience and even caused Sajak’s trusty letter-turner Vanna White, 66, to give a pitied expression. “No,” stated Sajak, who has been subjected to numerous wild guesses throughout his time on the show. The next person to spin chose the letter “C” and managed to complete the puzzle.

Next year, it will be Sajak out. Seacreast in, as Ryan Seacrest takes over the iconic game show as of September 2024 from longtime host Pat Sajak.

told People at The iHeartRadio Music Festival in Las Vegas on Friday. “You don’t mess with it, just don’t mess with it,” he continued.

Ryan Seacrest is happy to have Vanna White turning letters for him and showing him the ropes when he takes over at Wheel of Fortune.

White’s contract renewal was officially confirmed following months of negotiations. According to TMZ, White, 66, locked in a “substantial pay increase” and her contract is now through 2026.White was previously making $3 million a season and had reportedly been seeking a raise from the show’s producers, claiming that she only received bonuses for the last 18 years.Seacrest won’t be joining the ABC game show until current host Pat Sajek steps down in 2024.

Ryan Seacrest is thrilled that Vanna White will be returning to join him as he begins his run as “Wheel of Fortune” host.

Ryan Seacrest is getting ready to make his debut as the next host of Wheel of Fortune!

Vanna White will be returning to “Wheel of Fortune” when Ryan Seacrest takes over hosting duties next year.

TMZ, White got a “substantial pay increase” with the deal.Incoming “Wheel of Fortune” host Ryan Seacrest revealed last week that he hoped to work with her on the ABC show. “I love Vanna White,” Seacrest, 48, told Fortune Magazine.

After lengthy negotiations, Wheel Of Fortune co-host Vanna White has extended her contract for additional two years to continue on hit syndicated game show through the 2025-06 season. The news comes as the show just kicked off Season 41 last week, which will be the last for host Pat Sajak. By signing her new deal, White, whose existing contract is up at the end of the current 2023-24 season, will provide continuity, working alongside Wheel‘s new host, Ryan Seacrest, who will take over for Sajak next fall. Wheel of Fortune has been renewed through Season 45.

Vanna White is sticking with Wheel of Fortune!

William Earl Vanna White has extended her contract on “Wheel of Fortune” by two years as the show begins its farewell season with longtime host Pat Sajak. White has inked a contract extension that keeps her revealing letters on the durable syndicated game show through the 2025-26 TV season. Sajak announced earlier this year his plan to retire after Season 41, which began this week.

Ryan Seacrest is gearing up to make his Wheel of Fortune debut!

contestant Laryn Nelson on Wednesday’s episode of “Wheel of Fortune,” getting so spooked that he jumped and threw his cards into the air.In the hilarious clip, which was posted to the official Wheel of Fortune account on the platform X, Nelson can be seen trying to fill in the remaining letters on the board in the final round.She guessed, “Pitching my goals,” but it turned out there was no “pitching” in the phrase — the answer was “Obtaining my goals.”“I’m gonna do that one day, though,” Nelson joked as she stood next to Sajak. “Obtaining my goals.”“There’s really no need for a host on this show,” Sajak jokingly remarked.

#WheelofFortune #JusticeForWheel pic.twitter.com/GF0wE1bN6VIt was announced this past June that “American Idol” host Ryan Seacrest would be replacing Sajak at the end of Season 41.“I’m truly humbled to be stepping into the footsteps of the legendary Pat Sajak,” Seacrest said in a statement. “I can say, along with the rest of America, that it’s been a privilege and pure joy to watch Pat and Vanna on our television screens for an unprecedented 40 years, making us smile every night and feel right at home with them.” “Pat, I love the way you’ve always celebrated the contestants and made viewers at home feel at ease,” he added.

amid her alleged contract negotiations with the network and rumored status on the show.The Instagram post showed a smiling photo of Sajak, 76, and White, 66, together, with the caption, “41 never looked so good” — but some viewers didn’t seem to be too pleased.“Does Vanna get a pay raise this season?” one Instagram user asked.

Vanna White credits the late Bob Barker with her introduction into the world of game shows. The legendary “Wheel of Fortune” presenter took to Instagram over the weekend to honour Barker in the wake of his death at the age of 99.

Vanna White credits the late Bob Barker with her introduction into the world of game shows. The legendary presenter took to Instagram over the weekend to honor Barker in the wake of his death at the age of 99. Sharing an epic throwback photo of herself appearing on Barker's show,, White, 66, wrote on Instagram, «When I moved to LA in 1980, I was on and met Bob Barker.

posted on Instagram alongside a picture of her competing on the show. “Thank you Bob for introducing me to the game show world! We will miss you.” The “Wheel of Fortune” letter-turner — who is currently embroiled in contract negotiations with producers as Pat Sajak prepares for retirement — wasn’t the only celebrity to share a fond memory of the consummate host.

finalized her upcoming contract on the game show, according to a new report, just weeks before the show is slated to return to ABC on September 11.“Vanna and the producers are currently on a similar page and want to get a deal done but they both have a few hiccups to still clear through,” an unidentified source alleged to the Daily Mail.“They both know they have a lot of time to do it and more discussions to be had but everyone wants something achieved and wouldn’t want Pat’s last year hampered by the constant news of the revolving contract dispute drama,” the insider continued. “They want to celebrate this year with little to no drama whatsoever.”The Post reached out to White’s representatives for comment.The upcoming 41st season of “Wheel of Fortune” will make history, as it marks Pat Sajak’s last as host before he retires and Ryan Seacrest takes over.

Vanna White.Puck News reported Friday that White, 66, isn’t working the show’s annual “Teachers Week” this season after being diagnosed with COVID-19 — her absence coinciding with her ongoing contract negotiations.The longtime letter-turner reportedly contracted the virus in late July while “Wheel of Fortune” taped its teacher episodes, which are scheduled to air in October. Now a source is explaining why filming couldn’t wait until White got better.“Teachers had already arrived in L.A.

Vanna White will not be on screen for five upcoming episodes of "Wheel of Fortune," but her absence is not permanent. White was sick during a day of taping the show's "Teachers Week," Fox News Digital has learned.The taping of the episodes couldn't be rescheduled due to the academic school year starting. In sticking to the theme of the episodes, Bridgette Donald-Blue, the 2023 California Teacher of the Year, filled in for White while she recovered from an illness.

Vanna White won't be on some upcoming episodes of. ET has learned that the series' longtime hostess missed a day of taping the syndicated series because she was sick.White's missed day of work came during «Teachers Week.» Since educators had already arrived in Los Angeles to tape the game show — and with the academic school year fast approaching — it was not feasible to reschedule filming on that particular day.In White's absence, the show kept with the theme of the week, with California Teacher of the Year Bridgette Donald-Blue graciously agreeing to fill in for the five episodes the TV personality missed.

Wheel of Fortune will be looking a little different when the upcoming Teacher’s Week airs in October for the show’s 40th season.

Vanna White will reportedly be missing from some upcoming episodes of Wheel of Fortune — but her ongoing contract negotiations aren’t to blame.