Longtime game show host Pat Sajak is surprised he’s been the face of “Wheel of Fortune” for more than 40 years.
Sajak, 76, took to social media earlier this week to joke about his time on the popular game show.
An account called @Chicago_History tweeted a question that read, “If someone from 1981 suddenly woke up in 2023, what would surprise them the most?”
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Another fan wrote, “Great answer! I’m going to miss you!”
Pat Sajak has hosted “Wheel of Fortune” since 1981. (Christopher Willard)
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Other commenters appeared to diss Sajak and wrote, “Seriously, though…how hard is it to say ‘There are two Rs. Would you like to solve the puzzle?”
Sajak took over for Chuck Woolery in 1981. Fast-forward 42 years. Sajak has decided to retire, making the announcement in June. Ryan Seacrest will be the new host starting in September 2024.
“Well, the time has come,” Sajak wrote on Twitter at the time. “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!)”
In a statement obtained by Fox News Digital, Seacrest shared his excitement about stepping into the role.
“Pat, I love the way you’ve always celebrated the contestants and made viewers at home feel at ease. I look forward to learning everything I can from you during this transition.”
Sajak echoed Seacrest’s enthusiasm and looks forward to “handing over the car keys” this upcoming year.
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