“Wheel of Fortune” viewers may no longer be able to laugh at Pat Sajak’s snark moments after the former host’s departure, but they now have a new focus.
On the episode that aired Dec. 30, “Wheel of Fortune” contestants had to guess a three-word answer in the “food & drink” category.
Contestant Gaelyn Nease guessed several letters right, until the board read: “Ne_ / _or_ / _heese_a_e.”

The board on the Dec. 30 episode of “Wheel of Fortune.”Sony Pictures Television

Vanna White and Ryan Seacrest at the “Wheel of Fortune” pier launch at Santa Monica, Calif., in August.Getty Images for CBS Media Ventures / Sony Pictures Television
Instead of guessing the correct answer of “New York Cheesecake,” she guessed “New York Cheesesteak” and lost.
“A new all-time horrible answer on #wheel,” one viewer another viewer wrote.
another said.
In the past, Nease might have faced similar comments not just from the audience, but from the show’s host.

Contestant Gaelyn Nease on “Wheel of Fortune.”Sony Pictures Television

The Dec. 30 episode of “Wheel of Fortune.”Eric McCandless/Sony Pictures Television
Sajak,was notorious for getting snippy with contestants.
For instance, Sajak “What kind of puzzle is that?” Jill asked.
Sajak quipped, “It’s a puzzle you didn’t solve.”

Vanna White and Ryan Seacrest on “Wheel of Fortune.”Eric McCandless/Sony Pictures Television

Ryan Seacrest, Vanna White and Pat Sajak.Instagram / @ryanseacrest
But, Nease didn’t face criticism from new host Ryan Seacrest, who began hosting “Wheel of Fortune” on Sept. 9, joining co-host Vanna White.
Viewers have been divided over Seacrest, with some appreciating his seasoned hosting andshared his goal for 2025.
“I love giving away the money,” he said. “I get so excited when people win the money, and they win a lot of money. I’m hoping to give away a million dollars in 2025.”
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