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- Pat Sajak makes a comeback on ‘Wheel of Fortune’ — while Ryan Seacrest was locked backstage (marketrealist.com)
Wheel of Fortune’s longtime host, Pat Sajak, recently returned for a special celebrity edition of the show, and he didn’t miss the opportunity for some playful banter with his successor, Ryan Seacrest. A video posted on the show’s official Instagram account captured the humorous exchange.
Sajak, expressing his delight at returning, thanked Seacrest for allowing him back. He then jokingly asked, “You all right back there, Ryan?”
The camera then cut to Seacrest, seemingly trapped in a backstage dressing room. “Sajak!”
he called out, adding, “You said he’d be right back with the key.” Vanna White’s mock horror at the scene added to the comedic effect, while Sajak playfully reassured her that Seacrest was fine and had “plenty of ventilation.”
Fans clearly enjoyed the lighthearted moment, with many taking to the comments section to express their amusement. Some praised both Sajak’s humor and Seacrest’s performance as host.
While the two hosts appear to have a good relationship, rumors persist regarding Sajak’s potential return to the show. Unnamed sources have suggested that Sajak may be waiting in the wings should Seacrest decide to leave.
These same sources also mentioned Sajak’s daughter, Maggie Sajak, as another possible successor. While Sony is reportedly eager to extend Seacrest’s contract, it seems they are also considering contingency plans.