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‘Wheel of Fortune’: Ryan Seacrest Has Sweet Response After Contestant’s Tearful $76,000 Win

A Wheel of Fortune contestant got emotional after winning $76,000. He dedicated his win to his grandfather, and got a sweet response from host Ryan Seacrest.

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‘Wheel of Fortune’ Contestant Loses $75,000 After Epic ‘Poop’ Fail

Wheel of Fortune contestant lost out on taking home $75,000, but got host Ryan Seacrest to laugh with his wild guesses, that included the word “poop.” Merek Chang, from Baldwin Park, California, played against Ameenah Montgomery, from Arlington, Texas, and Anthony Bivona, from Rocky Point, New York, on October 28.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / October 28

Ryan Seacrest Gives Relationship Status Update in Rare Comment

Fans speculate on Ryan Seacrest‘s relationship status often since the host has never been married. He recently got out of a long-term relationship and just dropped a hint as to whether he is dating anyone now.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / October 27

‘Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve With Ryan Seacrest’ Will Stream Live for the First Time Ever

It’s hard to believe that in two short months, the world will be ringing in a new year. Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve With Ryan Seacrest will be back for another year, and this time fans can watch the ball drop live even if they don’t have broadcast TV.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / October 27

ABC 2026 Holiday Schedule: ‘DWTS,’ ‘Scrubs’ Finale & More

ABC is getting into the festive spirit soon, starting on Thanksgiving Day, and 2026’s offerings include special episodes of Dancing With the Stars, Scrubs (the season finale!), and more.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / October 27

‘Wheel of Fortune’: Ryan Seacrest Reacts to Contestant’s Jaw-Dropping $75,000 Win

He’s scary good! A Wheel of Fortune contestant shocked host Ryan Seacrest with his quick solves and $75,000 win. Isidro “Izzy” Aleman, from Las Vegas, Nevada, solved three Fortune Frenzies on October 26 to kick off Halloween Week.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / October 26

Ryan Seacrest Shares Sweet Birthday Tribute to His Sister Meredith

Before Ryan Seacrest was a host, he was a brother. The Wheel of Fortune host shared a touching tribute to his only sibling — his sister, Meredith — who celebrated her birthday.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / October 26

‘Wheel of Fortune’ Makes Another Casting Change After Jim Thornton’s Firing

Exit, stage left. Wheel of Fortune is making another casting change after announcer Jim Thornton was fired earlier this year. At the end of the October 23 episode, hosts Ryan Seacrest and Vanna White stood on stage and did their outro as usual, except this time, they invited someone else on stage with them.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / October 23

Ryan Seacrest Shocks Cohosts With Contents Of His ‘Dude Freezer’

A single guy doesn’t need much food. Ryan Seacrest, who is known to eat healthy, shared the contents of his freezer. His On Air radio show cohosts laughed and dubbed it a “dude freezer.” On October 21, Seacrest told his cohosts — Tanya Rad and Sisanie — that he was going to send them a picture of what the inside of his freezer contained.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / October 23

Ryan Seacrest Reveals Secrets of His Marriage Proposal: What He Told Vanna White

Is Ryan Seacrest ready to pop the question? The Wheel of Fortune host revealed that he has his proposal all set to go in his phone, but he wants to run it by Vanna White first.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / October 21

Ryan Seacrest Reveals He Is Changing His Mind on ‘Lazy’ Habit

Ryan Seacrest revealed that as he’s getting older that he doesn’t care as much about this “lazy” habit. His cohosts agreed with him, but then brought up a good point that had him on the fence.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / October 20

Ryan Seacrest Shares Fishing Trip Photos, But Fans Have One Question

Many Ryan Seacrest fans saw the crest of the wave, but didn’t see any fish in his latest post. The Wheel of Fortune host shared photos and videos from his fishing trip, and had some folks wondering if he was spinning a fishy tale.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / October 19

Ryan Seacrest Gets Sentimental About First Forgotten Job as Fan Gives Him Gift

Everything comes full circle! Ryan Seacrest has a stacked resume, with many of the jobs he is still involved in today. However, one fan brought him a gift on the set of Wheel of Fortune that had him reminiscing about his first forgotten job.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / October 15

‘Wheel of Fortune’ Fans React After Ryan Seacrest Wears Big Hoop Earrings

It might be NBA week on Wheel of Fortune, but host Ryan Seacrest was sporting his own hoops. The moment came after a contestant had a wild celebration after solving a puzzle.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / October 15

‘Wheel of Fortune’: Knicks Fan Squeezes Ryan Seacrest After Incredible $70,000 Win

A Wheel of Fortune contestant guaranteed himself a spot in the tournament after a come-from-behind win. The contestant took home $70,000 after correctly solving the bonus round puzzle.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / October 14

Ryan Seacrest Reveals His ‘Baywatch’ Audition Tape — Was Vanna White Impressed?

Is Ryan Seacrest adding to his growing resume? The Wheel of Fortune host revealed his “audition tape” for the new Baywatch series. Find out if his cohost, Vanna White, was impressed.

Chicago Bulls News / TV Insider / October 14

‘Wheel of Fortune’: Emotional Chicago Bulls Fan Hugs Ryan Seacrest After $57,000 Win

A Wheel of Fortune contestant was so excited to win $57,000 that she tightly hugged host Ryan Seacrest, which caused his foot to pop up in the air. See how the enthusiastic contestant did.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / October 13

Ryan Seacrest Shares How He Maintains His Fit Physique While Eating Bakery Food

Have you ever wondered how Ryan Seacrest keeps his incredibly toned body, but have also seen him enjoying sweets or eating pizza? The Wheel of Fortune host revealed how he keeps the balance in an Instagram post.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / October 12

‘Wheel of Fortune’ Fans Praise ‘Best Contestant of Season’ After $85,000 Win

Season 44 of Wheel of Fortune might have just started, but one contestant might be in the running for best of the season, taking home over $85,000. Even host Ryan Seacrest was amazed.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / October 8

‘Wheel of Fortune’ Contestant Loses $45,000 After Revealing Sweet Show Connection

A Wheel of Fortune contestant may have lost big money, but she left the show with several sweet memories. Alyssa Burnett from Vashon, Washington, solved the first toss-up on the game show’s Wednesday, October 7, episode.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / October 7

‘Wheel of Fortune’ Contestant Loses $128,000 After Telling Ryan Seacrest How Show Rejected Her

A dream come true ended with a loss. A Wheel of Fortune contestant lost $128,000 after telling host Ryan Seacrest that the show rejected her 30 years ago.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / October 5

‘Wheel of Fortune’ Contestant Loses $78,000 After Ryan Seacrest Teases Friend

Ryan Seacrest always has fun while working on Wheel of Fortune. He playfully teased a contestant’s friend after she waved enthusiastically. Brandon Bethel, from Los Angeles, California, played against Michael Summers, from Austin, Texas, and Mildred Sigler, from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on October 2.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / October 4

Fans Praise ‘Zaddy’ Ryan Seacrest’s ‘Insane’ Thirst Trap: ‘Holy Hot Stuff, Ryan!’

Wheel of Fortune host Ryan Seacrest is out from behind the podium and out of his shirt and suit jacket in a new thirst trap he posted on Instagram on Saturday, October 3.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / October 2

‘Wheel of Fortune’: Florida Mom Gets Hug From Ryan Seacrest After $63,000 Loss

A Wheel of Fortune contestant was lucky enough to win a trip during her time on the game show, but the Florida mom lost out on taking home $63,000. Here’s how it all played out.