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Wheel of Fortune (often known simply as Wheel [b]) is an American television game show created by Merv Griffin.The show has aired continuously since January 6, 1975. Contestants solve word puzzles, similar to those in hangman, to win cash and prizes determined by spinning a giant carniv
The Wheel of Fortune marathon included episodes featuring Griffin, such as Pat Sajak's departure from the daytime version in 1989 and a 1992–93 episode where Griffin performed with his band, "The MervTones," and Vanna White at a dinner club in Orlando, Florida. The Jeopardy! marathon featured a rerun of the 2002 Million Dollar Masters Tournament.
Wheel of Fortune (American game show) (1975–present), created by Merv Griffin International versions: Wheel of Fortune (Australian game show) Wheel of Fortune (British game show) Wheel of Fortune (New Zealand game show) Wheel of Fortune (Philippine game show) La Ruota Della Fortuna, Italian game show
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Wheel of Fortune is an American television game show that was created by Merv Griffin and first aired in 1975, with a syndicated version airing since 1983. Since its premiere, the program has been adapted into several international adaptations.
He was the original host of Wheel of Fortune, hosted the popular dating show Love Connection for over a decade and also hosted shows Scrabble, Greed and Lingo. He was born in Ashland, Ky., in 1941.
Woolery was the original host of the original daytime Wheel of Fortune from 1975 until 1981, when he was replaced by Pat Sajak. After leaving Wheel of Fortune, Woolery hosted a number of other game shows including Love Connection (1983–1994), Scrabble (1984–1990, 1993), Greed (1999-2000), and Lingo (2002–2007).
After Wheel of Fortune, Woolery went on to host Love Connection from 1983 to 1994, earning a reported $1 million a year for the job in 1986 (his deal also included his hosting gig with NBC's ...