LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Pat Sajak, known for his wit, charm, and professionalism, has become a cult figure and popular personality as host of the long-running game show 'Wheel of Fortune.' A glimpse of Pat Sajak, standing with his daughter Maggie Sajak, was featured in a sneak peek episode on Wednesday, May 10. While the duo has always rocked for hosting various shows, Pat Sajak appeared emotional when she took on Vanna White’s role.
Pat Sajak and his daughter, Maggie Sajak, are set to host Wednesday’s episode of ‘Celebrity Wheel of Fortune’ alongside contestants Vanna White and 'Jeopardy!' hosts Ken Jennings and Mayim Bialik. The ‘Celebrity Wheel of Fortune’ special is part of Ultimate Host Night, where Vanna White is seen on the other side of the game for the first time over her 40 years of hosting the show. The episode's trailer has fans ecstatic and excited after Maggie is featured as her father's co-host in the episode and White spins the wheel.
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Who is Pat Sajak's daughter, Maggie Sajak?
Maggie Sajak is an American actress, songwriter, singer, and daughter of ‘Wheel of Fortune’ host, Pat Sajak and his wife Lesly Brown Sajak. She has starred in a few movies and TV shows and has occasionally appeared on ‘Wheel of Fortune' as a guest letter-turner. She graduated from Princeton University and has continued to pursue her career in music, keeping a low profile.
'I think I'm gonna cry'
For Wednesday’s ‘Wheel of Fortune’ episode, host Pat Sajak is seen standing next to his daughter, Maggie Sajak. For tonight’s episode, Maggie takes over Vanna White’s signature role, leaving Pat teary-eyed as he is proud of her. The popular ABC show will feature 'Jeopardy!' hosts and Vanna White as contestants in its Ultimate Host Night. This episode is expected to bring a new twist as Vanna will appear as a competitor in the game.
Vanna White has been the host of the show since 1982, holding her position and the show. For the first time, her role has been taken over by her co-host Pat Sajak’s daughter, Maggie Sajak, which has left Pat emotional to see his daughter reining the role. In the episode’s trailer, Maggie is wearing a strappy red gown, standing next to her dad, adding, “I hope to make Vanna proud.” Pat replied, “I think I’m gonna cry.”
Vanna White, Ken Jennings and Mayim Bialik face off
For the May 10 episode of ‘Wheel of Fortune,’ Vanna White will be on the other side of the wheel competing against Jeopardy! hosts Ken Jennings and Mayim Bialik. Well, the fans are exhilarated about the upcoming battle.
The new episode of 'Wheel of Fortune' airs Wednesday at 9.20 pm on ABC and can be streamed on Hulu.
