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Pat Sajak, the host of Wheel of Fortune, was set to make his final appearance on Celebrity Wheel of Fortune this fall. Fans eagerly anticipated his return for one last season, originally scheduled to premiere in October 2024. However, in a surprising turn of events, ABC announced that the season had been postponed until early 2025.
This unexpected announcement has left many viewers wondering why the season was delayed. ABC's decision to alter its fall programming schedule caused the premiere episode to be delayed. During this time, the network's attention was primarily focused on Monday Night Football, which affected several other shows, including Celebrity Wheel of Fortune.
Throughout the season, ABC will broadcast 17 National Football League games. At the same time, some will broadcast on both ABC and ESPN, while others will be broadcast exclusively on ABC. Due to significant attention given to football, the game show could not air as originally scheduled.
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ABC’s programming shift of Celebrity Wheel of Fortune and how it impacted other shows
Fans of Wheel of Fortune learned in July 2024 that Pat Sajak, who has hosted the show for many years, would be making a comeback for one last season of Celebrity Wheel of Fortune. Viewers eagerly anticipated seeing him with co-host Vanna White this autumn, with the first episode originally scheduled to air on Monday, October 14, 2024.
However, ABC's decision to change its fall programming schedule resulted in a delay for the show. The change not only affected Pat Sajak's last season but also impacted other shows. Press Your Luck and Scamanda on ABC News were also postponed and will now not air until 2025.
ABC adjusted the times of its shows to maintain a competitive lineup for the hectic fall TV season. Live sports, especially NFL games, typically draw a lot of viewers, so this is a perfect opportunity for the network to expand its audience during a pivotal period.
Although fans awaited Pat Sajak's last hosting event on Celebrity Wheel of Fortune, it had to be postponed. ABC's emphasis on Monday Night Football fits a bigger trend in TV shows. To control the scheduling modifications, networks often mix entertainment and live event transmissions.
When can fans expect to see Pat Sajak back on TV?
Although the premiere date of Celebrity Wheel of Fortune is currently unknown, the show is expected to return in early 2025. ABC has not yet specified the new premiere date, but viewers can be sure that the network will announce when it will be back.
This final season of Celebrity Wheel of Fortune marks a significant moment in television history, as it will be Pat Sajak's last as host. He has been a beloved figure on the show since 1981. Sajak has been a staple on TV screens for almost four decades, amusing millions with his wit.
Along with his long-time co-host, Vanna White, who will guide stars competing for charity, the final premiere will provide viewers one last chance to see Sajak in action. Meanwhile, fans of game shows will have to wait for ABC to reveal the new premiere date. More details regarding the postponed events will likely be announced once Monday Night Football ends for the season.
Previous episodes of the Celebrity Wheel of Fortune can be streamed on platforms like Hulu and ABC.
