Vanna White Reveals Her Replacement On Wheel Of Fortune
Vanna White believes that Maggie Sajak would be the perfect person to replace her when she retires as Wheel of Fortune co-host. “I think she’s a good replacement if I can’t be there for some reason,” White told E! News. “She’s been around it her whole life, so I think she can fill in for me for sure.” The 28-year-old, who is the daughter of Pat Sajak, is currently serving as the show’s social media correspondent.
When White was a contestant on an episode of Celebrity Wheel of Fortune, Maggie turned letters on the puzzle board earlier this year. “She’s precious, she’s beautiful, she’s very good,” White added, noting that she possesses her father’s signature charm. “I think she learned a lot from her father because he’s such a good interviewer,” the 66-year-old continued. “I think she’s good for our show.”
“I think she’s a good replacement if I can’t be there for some reason. She’s been around it her whole life, so I think she can fill in for me for sure.”
Vanna White on Maggie Sajak
Vanna White recently signed a new contract to grace the Wheel of Fortune stage until the 2025/2026 season. That means she will appear during Pat Sajak’s final run as host and Ryan Seacrest’s debut as his successor. Having worked with Sajak for four decades, White described the sentiment surrounding his exit as bittersweet.
Nevertheless, she is eagerly embracing the future and what it has in store. “He is a kind man. He is professional. He’s good at what he does. He likes to have fun,” White said of her new Wheel of Fortune co-host, Seacrest. “He even said to me, ‘I’m not trying to replace Pat by any means. I just want to go in and do a good job.’ So, that’s what he’s going to do, and I think he’s going to be just fine.”
“She’s precious, she’s beautiful, she’s very good. I think she learned a lot from her father because he’s such a good interviewer. I think she’s good for our show.”
Vanna White on Maggie Sajak
For his part, Ryan Seacrest is excited to share the Wheel of Fortune stage with the beloved Vanna White, as the pair have known each other for a long time. “I love Vanna White. We’ve sat in important places next to each other, and I hope for nothing more than to be able to walk out on that stage and host with her,” he previously said.
A significant contributing factor in securing Vanna White’s contract extension was likely the overwhelming support from her fans and colleagues during the uncertainty leading up to Season 41. Furthermore, her enduring popularity with Wheel of Fortune viewers undoubtedly presented a compelling case for her ongoing presence on the show.
Beyond developments related to Vanna White, the 41st season of Wheel of Fortune also introduces fresh faces to the team. Alex Van Wagner has assumed the role of the show’s director following the retirement of his predecessor, Robert Ennis. With a storied background in directing all types of television shows for networks, syndication, and cable, Wagner offers a wealth of production expertise.
Maggie Sajak’s Role In Wheel of Fortune
Moreover, social media correspondent Maggie Sajak has exciting plans for the new season. This includes the introduction of a new weekly sweepstakes known as “Fan Fridays.” This segment will not only feature an enticing prize each week but also unveil an exclusive “Word of the Day” for members of the Wheel Watchers Club.
Vanna White began her co-hosting duties on Wheel of Fortune in 1982, taking over the role previously occupied by model Susan Stafford. Before landing this opportunity, White was pursuing a career in acting. While things didn’t work out at first, her career took a significant turn when she joined the game show, as her charm and charisma rapidly propelled her to stardom.
Together, Pat Sajak and White forged one of the most iconic television partnerships in the annals of the medium. While her initial responsibilities on Wheel of Fortune primarily involved letter-turning, White’s role evolved over time to showcase her versatility. She stepped in for Sajak in 2019 while he was recovering from emergency surgery, demonstrating her unwavering commitment to the show.
