Ryan Seacrest had his first on-air mistake as co-host of Wheel of Fortune during the episode aired on October 4. The incident occurred during the bonus round when contestant Cody Hunger, after winning the BetMGM Big Winners Tournament, was attempting to solve a puzzle in the “phrase” category.
Hunger chose the letters “C, D, Y, O,” which correspond to his name, and confidently guessed the phrase “out of the way.” Seacrest took a moment to pause before acknowledging Hunger’s correct answer, leading to a slight delay in the celebration of his victory, which included a jackpot of $94,900 (
This moment is significant as it marks a learning experience for Seacrest in his new role on the iconic game show, showcasing that even seasoned hosts can have their first slip-ups
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