When Will Pat Sajak’s Official Last ‘Wheel Of Fortune’ Spin Air?
While the news of Wheel Of Fortune‘s longtime host, Pat Sajak’s retirement is no surprise at this point, the official last spin has a date now. Without a doubt, Pat’s experience will be missed, but the show will be in good hands with Ryan Seacrest.
Pat Sajak’s Impressive Run
During the summer, current Wheel of Fortune host, Pat Sajak, let fans know the imminent day was coming. In June 2023, Pat says, “Well, the time has come.” As he breached the inevitable subject. He continues, “I’ve decided that our 41st season, which begins in September, will be my last. It’s been a wonderful ride, and I’ll have more to say in the coming months. Many thanks to you all.” Notably, Pat has been with the game show since its nighttime debut in 1983. Before that, he also was on the daytime edition from 1981 to 1989. Undeniably accomplished, he has won the Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Game Show Host three times. Furthermore, he also had more than a dozen additional nominations throughout the years.
Pat Sajak’s Final Spin Will Air As The Season Finale
But the iconic Wheel Of Fortune will take viewers for one final spin before stepping away. Although the big episode was recorded today, it won’t air for several months. But the highly anticipated date will also represent the Season 41 finale. According to TVLine, Friday, June 7 is the day to pass the baton. After that episode, Ryan Seacrest will take the reigns and carry on Pat Sajak’s mission. Alongside him, Vanna White will help him learn the ropes. Notably, after more than four decades of running the show, Pat will be spinning his last wheel as host almost one year after his big retirement announcement.
Ryan Seacrest Is On Deck
While the legendary host, Pat Sajak is truly irreplaceable, Ryan Seacrest will do his best to carry on. Currently, on deck, he is lucky to have experience as a seasoned host for other great shows. After Ryan accepted the role he said, “I’m truly humbled to be stepping into the footsteps of the legendary Pat Sajak.”
Furthermore, he adds, “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.” Ryan recognizes the finesse that Pat has with contestants. He says, “Pat, I love the way you’ve always celebrated the contestants and made viewers at home feel at ease. I look forward to learning everything I can from you during this transition.”
Are you sad to see the official date Pat Sajak will be passing the reigns? Are you ready to see how Ryan Seacrest carries the torch? What do you think about the transition for Wheel Of Fortune? Drop your comments below.
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Pat and Vanna are the main draw to Wheel. It won’t be as fun or alluring without either of them. Look what Jeopardy went through trying to find a good substitute for Alex Tribeck? And fans are still beating up Ken Jennings. After 41 years they should take a sabbatical until next Fall. I have been a long time fan of both shows since they started. I am 76 and feel the loss already. Sign me a Sad Fan.
Pat and Vanna are the main draw to Wheel. It won’t be as fun or alluring without either of them. Look what Jeopardy went through trying to find a good substitute for Alex Tribeck? And fans are still beating up Ken Jennings. After 41 years they should take a sabbatical until next Fall. I have been a long time fan of both shows since they started. I am 76 and feel the loss already. Sign me a Sad Fan.