Ryan Seacrest has made a career out of connecting with people. He turned a stint hostingAmerican Idol into a media monopoly that now includes a radio show. He was chosen to replace Pat Sajak onWheel of Fortune.On one recent episode, Ryan comforted a devastated contestant after a stunning loss. Keep reading for all the details.
Celebrity Wheel Of Fortune Schedule Shakeup
Wheel of Fortune gives everyday people a chance at winning a lot of money. But celebrities can do that show, too. However, their earnings go to the charity of their choice. Ryan Seacrest took over as host ofCelebrity Wheel of Fortune when Pat Sajak officially retired. The popular game show returned in October with its 7th season. Cedric the Entertainer, Lisa Loeb, and Connie Britton are among the celebrities viewers have watched so far this season.
The game show airs on Friday nights. But there’s been a huge schedule shakeup. Ten exclusiveCelebrity Wheel of Fortune episodes aired on Hulu earlier this year. Now, the special episodes are on ABC. The extra episodes air on Wednesdays, in addition to the Friday night episodes.
The Wednesday, November 11, episode ofCelebrity Wheel of Fortune featuresHannah Simone, Lamorne Morris, and Jake Johnson.
Ryan Seacrest Comforts Devastated Contestant
The regularly scheduledWheel of Fortunealso had a schedule change this week. The Tuesday, November 3, episode didn’t air in all markets. Some stations across the country aired election coverage instead. However, viewers who did get to watch it saw a sweet moment when Ryan Seacrest comforted a devastated contestant.
Shawn Broderick went to the bonus round after winning $23,650, including a $7,200 trip to Vietnam during the regular gameplay. However, he came up short during the Bonus Round.
The Washington native lost out on $50,000. He couldn’t solve the Phrase category puzzle. ABOVE THE _R_ _. Time ran out before he could figure out the remaining letters. He was devastated when Ryan Seacrest revealed the prize was $50,000.
The puzzle was ABOVE THE FRAY, E! News reported. Ryan Seacrest shook his hand and gave him a quick hug. Shawn Broderick said that he had a great day anyway. Ryan Seacrest offered to find someone to join him on his vacation to Vietnam.
“Well, you said you were single. Gotta find somebody for that great trip, right?” Ryan said. “Anybody, please apply,” the contestant replied. Especially if her name is Vanna White. He revealed that he was star-struck.
“I’m incredibly excited to meet you, but it’s gotta be Vanna. I’m nervous to even say hello, but Vanna, you are the best,” the contestant said. Ultimately, he went home with $23,650 and got to meet his crush.
Jennifer Havener grew up in a small town in Upstate New York. She earned her B.A in Writing & Literature from Naropa University in Boulder, Colorado. She always knew watching reality TV shows and soap operas, particularly ‘Days of Our Lives’, would come in handy someday. When she’s not writing, she’s playing with her dogs, Lola and Ruger