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‘Wheel of Fortune’ Fans Go Wild Over ‘Adorable’ Retired Grandmother Who Wins Car

Wheel of Fortune fans can’t get enough of an adorable grandmother who won a car on the game show. The contestant solved the Bonus Round puzzle very quickly, before host Ryan Seacrest could tell her to guess it.

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‘Wheel of Fortune’: Ryan Seacrest Gets Pushed by Contestant After $74,000 Win

A Wheel of Fortune contestant was shocked after they won $74,000 in the Bonus Round puzzle. They were so surprised that they pushed host Ryan Seacrest and were left speechless.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / January 23

Ryan Seacrest Shows Off New Goatee — Fans React

Ryan Seacrest showed off his new goatee to his radio cohosts, and fans reacted to it in the comments. The host explained why he shaved his facial hair that way in a video posted to Instagram.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / January 21

Ryan Seacrest Fans Go Wild as ‘Wheel of Fortune’ Host Unveils Bold New Look

Ryan Seacrest debuted a new look inspired by singer Harry Styles‘ upcoming album, and fans are fawning all over it. The Wheel of Fortune host shared a photo of himself in a throwback disco-style outfit.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / January 16

‘Wheel of Fortune’: Ryan Seacrest & Vanna White Get Transformed Into Paper Dolls

Have you ever wanted a Vanna White or Ryan Seacrest doll? Well, now you might have the chance to get one. Recent Wheel of Fortune contestants are being given paper dolls of the hosts to take with them on the trips they won on the game show, and they might be available to Wheel watchers soon.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / January 15

‘Wheel of Fortune’: ‘American Idol’ Reject Loses $74,000 After Ryan Seacrest Blames Judges

A Wheel of Fortune contestant was “so close” to winning the Bonus Round puzzle, which would have given him $74,000 in total and a trip. But he couldn’t figure out the first word of the puzzle.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / January 13

Ryan Seacrest Shows Off Surprising Item in His Backpack – Fans React

Ryan Seacrest showed off what he carries in his backpack for promo for the upcoming American Idol season. The theme for this season is Idol U. Class is in session.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / January 12

‘Wheel of Fortune’: Bigfoot Hunter Speaks Out After Monster $92,000 Loss

A Bigfoot-hunting Wheel of Fortune contestant failed to capture the big one on Friday’s (January 9) show as he came unstuck by a tricky Bonus Round puzzle.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / January 10

7 Times ‘Wheel of Fortune’ Went From Game Show to Controversy Target

Wheel of Fortune often has fans spinning out over one issue or another. Ryan Seacrest is too strict a host, some say. The puzzles are too hard, per others, or the puzzles are too easy.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / January 9

Ryan Seacrest Reveals ‘Unconventional Remedy’ For Fighting The Flu

Ryan Seacrest would like to buy some cookies? The Wheel of Fortune host revealed that he is sick with the flu and shared an unconventional remedy for fighting it.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / January 8

‘Wheel of Fortune’: Dance Mom Loses $65,000 After Kid Makes Ryan Seacrest Crack Up

Wheel of Fortune host Ryan Seacrest cracked up at a response from a contestant’s daughter after she revealed what she wanted to spend her mom’s winnings on.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / January 7

‘Wheel of Fortune’: Disney Fan Loses $65,000 After Ryan Seacrest Makes Plea to Her Boss

Imagine getting called out by Ryan Seacrest, asking if one of your staff members can have time off. That’s what happened on Wheel of Fortune when a Disney-loving teacher won trips and made it to the Bonus Round, where sadly she ended up losing out on $65,000.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / January 6

‘Wheel of Fortune’: Ryan Seacrest Gets Confused by a Chicken as Contestant Wins $57,000

Before a Wheel of Fortune contestant won $57,000, host Ryan Seacrest got confused as the game show used a bizarre sound effect he had never heard before.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / January 5

‘Wheel of Fortune’ Contestant Loses Car 30 Years After Mom Appeared on Show

One Wheel of Fortune contestant had a lot to live up to after he made it onto the game show 30 years after his mom did. Despite winning the game, the contestant couldn’t pull out the win in the Bonus Round, resulting in him not taking home a car.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / January 5

‘Wheel of Fortune’: Librarian Loses $57,000 After Ryan Seacrest’s Big Confession

A Wheel of Fortune contestant lost out on taking home $57,000 during the Bonus Round. Her friends doubted her before she spun the wheel and thought she was going to fall over it, leading to host Ryan Seacrest making a big confession.

Entertainment News / Men's Journal / December 30

New Year’s Eve 2026: How to Watch and Who’s Performing Live

The new year is almost here, and that means, for many, staying up late and putting on the famous Dick Clark's Rockin' New Year's Eve, which has been hosted by Ryan Seacrest since 2005.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / December 30

‘Wheel of Fortune’ Fans React to ‘Clingy’ Boxing Referee After $74,000 Loss

A Wheel of Fortune contestant was called “clingy” after he talked about his wife throughout the Bonus Round. Despite landing on his wife’s name on the wheel, the boxing referee lost $74,000 after not solving the bonus puzzle.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / December 29

‘Wheel of Fortune’ Contestant Breaks Ryan Seacrest’s Heart With $100,000 Loss

It wasn’t a Christmas Day miracle for one Wheel of Fortune contestant on the December 25 episode, after a brutal loss in the Bonus Round left them missing out on the $100,000 prize.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / December 25

Ryan Seacrest Gets Emotional Over First Christmas Without His Father — Fans Respond With Heartfelt Messages

For many, Christmas is a time for friends, family, and reflection, but for those who have lost a loved one, it can be a painful reminder of absence, when traditions feel heavier, memories feel closer, and the season’s joy is tinged with grief.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / December 23

Ryan Seacrest & Vanna White Face Off in Gift Wrapping Competition — See Who Won

Wheel of Fortune hosts Ryan Seacrest and Vanna White raced against the clock to see who could wrap holiday presents the fastest. See who won in a video shared by the game show.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / October 31

Ryan Seacrest announces death of his father Gary Seacrest aged 81

Ryan Seacrest has announced the death of his father Gary Seacrest aged 81. Sharing a heartfelt tribute on social media, the 50-year-old radio and television presenter said Gary had died peacefully earlier in the week following a long battle with prostate cancer.