
Vanna White’s Emotional Tribute to Pat Sajak Ahead of His Final Wheel of Fortune Episode
Vanna White shared a touching farewell message to longtime co-host Pat Sajak on the eve of his final episode of Wheel of Fortune, marking the end of an iconic television partnership that spanned more than four decades.
The pre-recorded message aired during Thursday night’s show and quickly resonated with fans. Fighting back emotion, White reflected on their extraordinary journey together.
“I can’t believe that tomorrow is our last show together,” White, 67, said.
“I don’t know how to put into words what these past 41 years have meant to me, but I’m going to try.”
White marveled at how quickly time passed, despite the sheer scale of their work.
“Eight thousand episodes went by like that,” she added.
White and Sajak first teamed up in 1982 when Wheel of Fortune entered syndication. Over the years, their effortless chemistry, warmth, and mutual respect became a defining feature of the beloved game show, earning them a place in television history.
As Sajak prepares to step away from the iconic wheel, White’s words served as a heartfelt reminder of the bond they built—not just as co-hosts, but as family.
“You’ve been like a brother to me,” her message conveyed, leaving viewers emotional as an era comes to a close.