After more than four decades at the helm of Wheel of Fortune, we say goodbye to legendary host Pat Sajak with this OFFICIAL 100-page special tribute featuring new interviews, memorable photos and articles from TV Guide’s archives and Wheel puzzles to play at home. Here are a few of the exciting stories in this issue: •A retrospective of Pat’s life and career + Vanna’s thoughts on Pat’s retirement and more! •Behind the scenes’ photos from Pat's final episode. •What it’s really like to be on Wheel, from real contestants! •The Top 10 biggest wins of all time! •A look at new host Ryan Seacrest.
Thanks for the MEMORIES
Why We Love Pat Sajak • The long-running game show wouldn’t be the same without its steadfast host Pat Sajak. Here, TV GUIDE MAGAZINE honors the American pop culture icon with this special tribute.
Wheel Man • Pat Sajak spun his lively sense of humor and family-man vibe into a decades-long winning streak on TV
Pat’s Photo Album • We take a look back at the Wheel of Fortune host’s life in pictures
Fortune Teller • Vanna White opens up about her favorite Wheel memories, celebrity guests and what her future looks like without Pat by her side
Vanna’s Photo Album • A look at the Wheel cohost’s journey through the years
5 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT MAGGIE SAJAK • Meet Maggie! The show’s current social correspondent and daughter of host Pat has a lot to offer
Next Up • Ryan Seacrest is ready for his spin as Pat Sajak’s replacement on America’s favorite game show
What It’s Really Like Being on WHEEL OF FORTUNE • How did they get on? What did they buy with their winnings? The show’s former players reveal all!
TURN BACK TIME • Take a look through the lauded game show’s nearly 50-year history
Wheel’s Most Memorable Puzzles of All Time • From lightning-fast solutions to massive misses, these episodes have become classics
The Biggest winners • These 10 individuals have taken home the largest cash prizes in Wheel of Fortune history
THEME WEEKS • Teachers! Pets! Secret Santas! These special Wheel events are winners.
Around THE WORLD • Wheel’s up! Here are a few of Pat and Vanna’s many adventures
PLAY AMERICA’S GAME • WE GAVE YOU R, S, T, L, N AND E. NOW SOLVE THESE 19 PUZZLES FROM THE SHOW’S WRITERS!
Wheel Of Fortune - Farewell, Pat Sajak
CELEBRITY WHEEL OF FORTUNE • Eight famous folks recall their exciting episodes and say farewell to Pat Sajak
Wheel of Fashion • The former model and longtime cohost Vanna White’s best looks from the 1980s to now!
Don’t You Just Hate That Pretty Woman Winning All the Money? • Viewers have definite ideas about who should win what—and how much—on game shows
The Wheel of Fortune Stops (Surprisingly) at No. 1 • Now more lavish in its evening timeslot, the game show has spun past formidable competition to become the top-rated syndicated program
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Behind Vanna’s Seduction of America
Vanna’s Biggest Fear
BY THE NUMBERS
SAJAK ONSCREEN • See Pat Sajak’s other television roles—from comedic cameos to his own late-night show
COME ON DOWN! • Survey says…these other beloved game show hosts and emcees are some of our all-time favorites
GET THAT SWAG! • Show your love for America’s Game by shopping for Wheel of Fortune merchandise online. From the comfiest casualwear and coolest accessories to one wild arcade game, we picked some favorites.
Fun SNAPS! • The show offers serious money, but the cohosts like to keep things light
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