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Michelle Moore, the first Wheel of Fortune contestant to win a million dollars ($1,026,800) in 2008, says the windfall doesn’t go as far as people assume, highlighting how big game-show prizes can fade once taxes and expenses are considered.
Vanna White announced on Instagram and Facebook that she and longtime partner John Donaldson married in a private ceremony, sharing wedding photos and noting the union occurred “a little while back” after more than a decade together; Maggie Sajak congratulated the couple, and White continues co-hosting Wheel of Fortune with Ryan Seacrest.
Olmsted Township resident Danny Roman, a fan of 'Wheel of Fortune,' fulfilled his dream by appearing on the show after a lengthy audition process, with his episode airing on January 9, 2026. Roman, who prepared extensively and kept the experience a secret, shared that it was a memorable behind-the-scenes experience, especially for his family.
A contestant on Wheel of Fortune, Michael Soltis, lost a car after failing to solve a difficult bonus puzzle, with fans commenting on the puzzle's difficulty and his nervousness during the game.
Christina Derevjanik from Stamford, Conn., became the biggest winner in Wheel of Fortune history, winning over $1 million, including trips to Montana and Tokyo, and expressed her surreal joy and plans for future investments and travel.
Christina Derevjanik made history as the fifth player to win over $1 million on 'Wheel of Fortune,' solving a puzzle instantly and winning a total of $1,035,155, the highest ever on the show, which she plans to use to pay off debt and buy a home.
Christina Derevjanik made history on 'Wheel of Fortune' by winning the show's largest cash prize of over $1 million, securing $1,035,155 in front of her boss, and plans to use the money to pay off student loans and buy a house.
Christina Derevjanik from Connecticut became the biggest winner in 'Wheel of Fortune' history by winning over $1 million, including cash and prizes, during a recent episode, marking only the fourth time the $1 million prize has been awarded on the show.
Starting in September, new episodes of 'Jeopardy!' and 'Wheel of Fortune' will be available on Hulu and Peacock the day after airing on TV, marking their first streaming availability of recent episodes and testing the waters for potential exclusive streaming rights in 2028.
Sony Pictures Television has announced multi-year streaming deals for 'Jeopardy!' and 'Wheel of Fortune' with Hulu and Peacock, allowing next-day streaming of new episodes starting fall 2025, marking the first time in-season episodes will be available on these platforms. The deals are separate from ongoing legal disputes over syndication rights between Sony and CBS.
'Jeopardy!' and 'Wheel of Fortune' will stream in-season episodes for the first time starting September on Hulu, Peacock, and Disney+, expanding access for fans amid ongoing distribution disputes between Sony and CBS.
Sony has signed streaming deals with Peacock, Hulu, and Disney+ for 'Jeopardy!' and 'Wheel of Fortune,' allowing these shows to be streamed the day after airing, despite ongoing legal disputes over rights with CBS, which retains linear distribution rights. The legal battle is expected to continue in court.
CBS has filed a countersuit against Sony Pictures Television, accusing Sony of attempting to terminate long-standing distribution deals for 'Jeopardy!' and 'Wheel of Fortune' through legal means. This countersuit follows Sony's initial lawsuit, which claimed CBS was undermining the value of the shows and breaching distribution agreements. CBS argues it has met its contractual obligations and accuses Sony of trying to escape the deal to gain rights for free. CBS seeks to prevent Sony from terminating the agreements and is asking for monetary damages.
Legendary game show host Chuck Woolery, known for hosting "The Dating Game," "Love Connection," and "Wheel of Fortune," has died at the age of 83 at his home in Texas. Woolery's career spanned over 30 years, and he was inducted into the American TV Game Show Hall of Fame in 2007. Beyond hosting, he was a singer, songwriter, and podcaster. Woolery is survived by his wife and three children.
Chuck Woolery, former host of popular game shows like 'Wheel of Fortune' and 'Love Connection,' has died at 83. Known for his smooth hosting style, Woolery later became a conservative podcaster, often criticizing liberals and questioning COVID-19 narratives. His career spanned music, television, and podcasting, with notable moments including his Emmy nomination and induction into the American TV Game Show Hall of Fame. Woolery's later years were marked by political controversy, including support for Donald Trump and contentious statements about the pandemic.