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Pat Sajak Says Emotional Farewell to 'Wheel of Fortune' After 40 Years
Pat Sajak gave his final goodbye to ‘Wheel of Fortune’ after 40 years as the show’s host
Pat SajakDisney/Christopher Willard“Well, the time has come to say goodbye,” Sajak, 77, shares during his final episode — set to air on Friday, June 7 — according to a clip obtained by TVLine. The TV personality became a staple of the small screen after taking over for original Wheel of Fortune host Chuck Woolery in 1981 and was joined by cohost Vanna White one year later. Vanna White, longtime Wheel of Fortune sign turner, got choked up when saying goodbye to Sajak in an Instagram video posted one day before his final show.
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