The 76-year-old host took to Twitter to share the news, saying, "Well, the time has come. I've decided that our 41st season, which begins in September, will be my last. It's been a wonderful ride, and I'll have more to say in the coming months. Many thanks to you all. (If nothing else, it'll keep the clickbait sites busy!)."
Sajak has been a fixture on American television screens for over four decades, having started hosting the show more than 40 years ago. His departure marks the end of an era for the popular game show, which has entertained millions of viewers across America for years.
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Suzanne Prete, Executive Vice President of game shows at Sony Pictures Television, expressed gratitude for Sajak's contributions to the front, saying, "As the host of 'Wheel of Fortune,' Pat has entertained millions of viewers across America for 40 amazing years. We are incredibly grateful and proud to have had Pat as our host for all these years and we look forward to celebrating his outstanding career throughout the upcoming season."
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Prete also revealed that Sajak has agreed to continue as a consultant on the show for three years following his last year hosting, ensuring he remains close to the "Wheel of Fortune" family.
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Sajak's daughter, Maggie Sajak, who serves as the show's social correspondent, expressed her excitement about working with her father in the upcoming season, tweeting, "It's so much fun working with my dad…and we're looking forward to even more fun in Season 41."
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Fans of the show took to social media to share their memories of watching the show with their loved ones. One Twitter user, Carmine Sabia, shared, "Some of my fondest memories were of watching you and Vanna and Wheel of Fortune with My Mom (RIP). You brought much happiness to many people." Another user shared how the show helped them bond with their mother after a stroke, saying, "I used to watch the show with my mom after her stroke back in 96 (she was 56 then). Every night, this and Jeopardy before she went to bed. Thanks for that."
As Sajak prepares to bid farewell to the show, fans can look forward to celebrating his outstanding career throughout the upcoming season.
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