His final spin: Pat Sajak’s history on ‘Wheel of Fortune’

His final spin: Pat Sajak’s history on ‘Wheel of Fortune’

Fortune-ate to have him. Pat Sajak, 77, ends his legendary run – spanning over four decades –  hosting “Wheel of Fortune” on June 7. Sajak makes history as the longest-running host of any game show (beating Bob Barker, who hosted “The Price Is Right” for a 35 year tenure, from 1972 to 2007).  Sajak told … Read more

‘Lovers to feuders’: Pat Sajak and Vanna White on ‘Wheel of Fortune’ romance rumors, retirement and more

‘Lovers to feuders’: Pat Sajak and Vanna White on ‘Wheel of Fortune’ romance rumors, retirement and more

The dynamic duo. Pat Sajak, 77, and Vanna White, 67, have been co-hosts on “Wheel of Fortune” together since 1982, and they’ve built a bond that will last forever. In fact, White revealed that she considered retiring from the show after Sajak announced that he was stepping away as host last year. But White ultimately … Read more

‘Wheel of Fortune’ host Pat Sajak created ‘perfect storm’ with ‘timing, tempo and teamwork’: expert

‘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 … Read more

Pat Sajak and Vanna White only had 1 argument in 40 years and it’s ridiculous

Pat Sajak and Vanna White only had 1 argument in 40 years and it’s ridiculous

Pat Sajak and Vanna White have taped more than 8,000 “Wheel of Fortune” episodes together — and yet they’ve only had one argument in four decades. Surprisingly, it had nothing to do with the ABC game show. “Believe it or not, Pat Sajak and I have only had one argument in 36 years and that … Read more

Pat Sajak’s snarkiest ‘Wheel of Fortune’ moments — from tackling a contestant, to yelling ‘shut up’

Pat Sajak’s snarkiest ‘Wheel of Fortune’ moments — from tackling a contestant, to yelling ‘shut up’

The snark is alive in Pat Sajak The “Wheel of Fortune” host, 77, has gotten sassy with the contestants from time to time over his 40+ years hosting the beloved game show. Sajak has been especially mouthy — in an endearing way, of course — in the last few years leading up to his final … Read more

Pat Sajak says goodbye to ‘Wheel of Fortune’ viewers in emotional video: ‘The time has come’

Pat Sajak says goodbye to ‘Wheel of Fortune’ viewers in emotional video: ‘The time has come’

Pat Sajak is signing off. The “Wheel of Fortune” host bid an emotional goodbye to viewers in a video shared hours before his final episode of the game show airs on Friday. The famed host, 77, stood on set of the ABC show as he addressed loyal fans directly in the camera. “Well, the time … Read more

‘Wheel of Fortune’ host Pat Sajak assumed Vanna White would retire with him: ‘It would be odd’ otherwise

‘Wheel of Fortune’ host Pat Sajak assumed Vanna White would retire with him: ‘It would be odd’ otherwise

Bye, bye Pat. Pat Sajak assumed that he and Vanna White would retire together, but that won’t be the case when he takes his final bow on “Wheel of Fortune” when his last episode airs on Friday. Back in 2019, Sajak predicted that he and the famed letter-turner, 67, would walk of the ABC stage … Read more

‘No!’ Pat Sajak yells at ‘Wheel of Fortune’ contestant for laughable wrong answer

‘No!’ Pat Sajak yells at ‘Wheel of Fortune’ contestant for laughable wrong answer

Another one bites the dust. “Wheel of Fortune” host Pat Sajak lost his cool during his third-to-last episode on Wednesday. Contestant Nonie Lewis had control of the “Food & Drink” puzzle and landed on a $3,500 wedge. “Wheel of Fortune” host Pat Sajak lost his cool during his third-to-last episode. Wheel of Fortune “Now the … Read more

Pat Sajak mocks ‘Wheel of Fortune’ contestant for wrong answer in final hosting week: ‘So not close’

Pat Sajak mocks ‘Wheel of Fortune’ contestant for wrong answer in final hosting week: ‘So not close’

Pat with the sass. Pat Sajak mocked a “Wheel of Fortune” contestant who made an incorrect guess on Wednesday night’s episode. The contestant, Allison, was trying to solve the puzzle phrase, “_ _ _ T S _ N D _ _ G _ R E S,” during the bonus round. A phrase puzzle on “Wheel … Read more

Pat McAfee calls WWE’s Braun Strowman ‘one big white son of a bitch’ after Caitlin Clark controversy

Pat McAfee calls WWE’s Braun Strowman ‘one big white son of a bitch’ after Caitlin Clark controversy

Hours after Pat McAfee issued an apology for referring to Caitlin Clark as a “white bitch,” he used similar phrasing during the WWE “Monday Night Raw” broadcast. As Braun Strowman, whom McAfee has reportedly called “one big son of a bitch” in the past, walked toward the ring wearing a cut-off shift containing that nickname, … Read more

How Caitlin Clark responded to Pat McAfee after ‘white bitch’ comment

How Caitlin Clark responded to Pat McAfee after ‘white bitch’ comment

It’s “all good” between Caitlin Clark and Pat McAfee after the ESPN personality apologized Monday for calling her a “white bitch” during a discussion about the WNBA on his self-titled program. McAfee opened Tuesday’s show by addressing the matter, a day after he came under fire for the brazen commentary about Clark, 22. “Obviously that’s … Read more

Pat McAfee apologizes for calling Caitlin Clark ‘white bitch’ during controversial ESPN segment

Pat McAfee apologizes for calling Caitlin Clark ‘white bitch’ during controversial ESPN segment

Pat McAfee has walked back his wording after a segment about Caitlin Clark drew backlash because he referred her as a “white bitch” in a monologue during his ESPN show that was complimenting her for how much attention she has drawn to the WNBA. In a post on X on Monday, McAfee apologized for wording … Read more

Pat McAfee calls Caitlin Clark a ‘white bitch’ in controversial ESPN moment

Pat McAfee calls Caitlin Clark a ‘white bitch’ in controversial ESPN moment

Pat McAfee dove headfirst into the fallout of Caitlin Clark’s eventful weekend by using brazen commentary to describe the Fever rookie’s importance to the league, calling her “one white bitch for the Indiana team who is a superstar.” The ESPN personality — who was in attendance for Saturday’s game, when Chicago Sky veteran Chennedy Carter … Read more

‘Wistful’ Pat Sajak reveals his plans after ‘Wheel of Fortune’ retirement

‘Wistful’ Pat Sajak reveals his plans after ‘Wheel of Fortune’ retirement

End of an era. Pat Sajak reflected on hosting “Wheel of Fortune” for the last 40 years in a new interview with Good Morning America. Sajak, 77, sat down with his daughter Maggie Sajak, the game show’s social correspondent, ahead of his final episode as host on Friday, June 7. Pat Sajak hosting “Wheel of … Read more

Inside Pat Sajak’s final week at ‘Wheel of Fortune’: Retiring host takes viewers behind the scenes of ‘highly classified’ set

Inside Pat Sajak’s final week at ‘Wheel of Fortune’: Retiring host takes viewers behind the scenes of ‘highly classified’ set

He’s the “Wheel” deal. Pat Sajak is gearing up for his final week on “Wheel of Fortune” following a phenomenal 43-year run as host of the beloved program. And the veteran entertainer, 77, is now giving his longtime fans a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the game show set he has commanded for more than four decades. … Read more

‘Wheel of Fortune’ contestant speaks out after viral NSFW answer — and reveals how Pat Sajak reacted off-camera

‘Wheel of Fortune’ contestant speaks out after viral NSFW answer — and reveals how Pat Sajak reacted off-camera

A good sport. “Wheel of Fortune” contestant Tavaris Williams spoke out after going viral for his shocking NSFW answer on the show. On the May 23 episode of the game show, Williams incorrectly guessed “right up the butt” while trying to solve a phrase puzzle, leading to wild reactions from the other contestants, host Pat … Read more

Pat Sajak freaks out on ‘Wheel of Fortune’ contestants in embarrassing blunder: ‘No, no, no!’

Pat Sajak freaks out on ‘Wheel of Fortune’ contestants in embarrassing blunder: ‘No, no, no!’

Nobody listens to Pat Sajak anymore. The legendary “Wheel of Fortune” host freaked out when contestants celebrated one of their answers that turned out to be incorrect while time remained on the clock. During one of the toss-up puzzles on Monday night’s show, the three fan-favorite contestants Luidgi Altidor, Rufus Cumberlander and Cynthia King were asked to … Read more

How Pat McAfee ended up in middle of Hayden Hopkins-Mark Davis pregnancy drama: ‘Spread lies’

How Pat McAfee ended up in middle of Hayden Hopkins-Mark Davis pregnancy drama: ‘Spread lies’

Pat McAfee issued an apology for alluding to a false rumor that Hayden Hopkins was expecting a baby conceived by Raiders owner Mark Davis. On Monday, a number of large social media accounts, including the ubiquitous aggregator Dov Kleiman, took an Instagram post from Hopkins announcing that she was expecting a baby later this year … Read more

‘Wheel of Fortune’ host Pat Sajak has shocking reaction when contestant bombs answer

‘Wheel of Fortune’ host Pat Sajak has shocking reaction when contestant bombs answer

He’s spinning his wheels.  Legendary, long-running “Wheel of Fortune” host Pat Sajak, 77 — known for his snark — had one of his most shocking reactions yet, when a contestant bombed an easy answer.  On Tuesday’s episode, contestant Brittany was trying to solve a “phrase” puzzle in an attempt to win $11,200. The puzzle read: … Read more

Pat McAfee wins Mecum Cadillac auction for show staffer live on-air

Pat McAfee wins Mecum Cadillac auction for show staffer live on-air

Pat McAfee bought a gorgeous Cadillac Escalade for one of his show producers on Wednesday. Mecum Auctions is in Indianapolis, where McAfee is based, this week. It was therefore only natural that the former Colts punter got in on the action live on his show, which is simulcast on ESPN and YouTube. A 2002 Escalade … Read more