‘Wheel of Fortune’ Host Pat Sajak Announces He’s Retiring Next Year
Following the taping of the show’s 41st season.
Pat Sajak has hosted Wheel of Fortune for over 40 years, having held the position since 1981, earning 19 Emmy Award nominations throughout the decades. It now seems that someone else will be filling the shoes of the beloved game show host.
Sajak, 76, has announced that he’ll be retiring from his duties as Wheel of Fortune host next year.
“Well, the time has come. I’ve decided that our 41st season, which begins in September, will be my last,” Sajak said. “It’s been a wonderful ride, and I’ll have more to say in the coming months.”
Well, the time has come. 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. (If nothing else, it’ll keep the clickbait sites busy!)
— Pat Sajak (@patsajak) June 12, 2023
Sajak co-hosts Wheel of Fortune with Vanna White. Together, they took over the reins from the show’s inaugural host, Chuck Woolery.
For the three years following his retirement, Sajak will continue to serve as a consultant on Wheel of Fortune. Sony Pictures has yet to announce who his replacement may be.
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