That leads to a lot of guessing (or awkward silences) when it comes time to answer. Contestants get to choose letters but, if they select poorly, there's nothing but blank spaces on view. The puzzles vary in difficulty level, but it's as much about the consonants and vowels on the board as anything else. And that's good news for the many game show fans who watched Wheel - and continue to do so - as part of a nightly ritual. Even after Sajak announced he was stepping away from the show in 2024, replacing him with Ryan Seacrest ensured the show would continue. When Pat Sajak and Vanna White started hosting together in the early 1980s, they likely never imagined Wheel of Fortune would have so much success and longevity.

Others are on the air for decades - and Wheel of Fortune is one of those shows. Some game shows only last for a season or two.