Wheel of Fortune
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Wheel of Fortune is an American television game show where contestants solve word puzzles to win prizes. The show, which has been on the air for decades, features a large spinning wheel that contestants spin to determine their potential winnings for each puzzle. The primary goal is to guess letters to reveal a hidden phrase, similar to a game of hangman.
The show is best known for its long-time hosts. Pat Sajak hosted the program from 1981 to 2024, and Ryan Seacrest took over as host in 2024. Vanna White has also been a prominent figure on the show since 1982, revealing letters alongside the puzzle board. Wheel of Fortune is one of the longest-running and most popular syndicated television programs in the United States.12
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