NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: ABC’s beloved gameshow ‘Wheel of Fortune’ is finally making a comeback this September as letter-turner Vanna White stuns in first photos following co-host Pat Sajak’s last season.
‘Wheel of Fortune’ Season 41 is reportedly confirmed to premier on September 11 and it will mark Sajak’s last before he retires and his successor, Ryan Seacrest takes over his role.
The official Instagram page of ‘Wheel of Fortune’ posted a gorgeous photo of White and Sajak as the pair got ready to host the upcoming new season of the gameshow.
Vanna White’s gorgeous first look for 'Wheel of Fortune'
Vanna White and Pat Sajak recently joined forces for the first photo of their upcoming last season together.
White, the cherished letter-turner since 1981, was elegantly attired in a sparkling silver gown featuring a gracefully low-cut neckline and a cinched waist, accentuating her winning silhouette.
Her blonde hair was styled in curls, and she exuded ageless elegance with a hand on her hip. Vanna completed her look with white nails and a bold red lip.
On the other hand, Sajak looked sharp and business-ready in one of his signature suits.
The Instagram post took the form of a quick clip, complete with confetti bursts and text announcing, "Season 41 premieres September 11!"
Vanna White’s ‘last contract’ at 'Wheel of Fortune'
Vanna White’s radiant new appearance demonstrates her determination to maintain her stylish presence despite the challenges she's facing.
Season 41 marks her final season under her existing contract, which extends until 2024, coinciding with Pat Sajak’s retirement, Deadline reports.
White is currently engaged in negotiations for a substantial salary increase as Ryan Seacrest prepares to take over, and her role after Sajak’s departure remains uncertain.
A source with insight into the show revealed to the Daily Mail that the executives aim for "her next contract to be her last contract."
"So there is a little more maneuverability to change things up in a few years when they look for her replacement."
The source revealed that White is still pushing for a substantial salary increase, describing it as "tremendous."
"It is a matter of who is going to budge first, but they both aren’t blinking yet. Vanna wants to go out on her terms and retire when she is ready with a nice paycheck to end it all.”
"Wheel wants to make the transition between Pat [Sajak] and Ryan [Seacrest] seamless, and having Vanna there would be wonderful to make that all happen.
“Everyone is in a wait-and-see mode, but to Vanna’s favor, at least she is talking with producers, and there is some progress with it all.”
