'American Idol' host Ryan Seacrest admits the one thing he cannot do when he takes over 'Wheel of Fortune'
29.04.2024 - 10:23
/ foxnews.com
Ryan Seacrest is well aware of the big shoes he has to fill, taking over "Wheel of Fortune" from Pat Sajak. "He has made such an impact on this whole country. He’s become a companion, a best friend to a lot of people," Seacrest told Fox News Digital at the "American Idol" Top 10 Tastemaker Event at the Aster hotel in Hollywood.
"I have so much respect and admiration for what he’s been able to do. He’s a total pro. No one’s smoother and seamless than Pat." Seacrest made it clear that while he's looking to put his own spin on the classic show, there is one thing he won't attempt.
"No one can replace him. I just want to come in and continue to have fun with those contestants." Sajak announced his retirement from "Wheel of Fortune" last year after 43 years and 41 seasons with the show. "Well, the time has come," Sajak wrote in June 2023.
"I’ve decided that our 41st season, which begins in September, will be my last. It’s been a wonderful ride, and I’ll have more to say in the coming months. Many thanks to you all.
(If nothing else, it’ll keep the clickbait sites busy!)." Later that same month, Seacrest was announced as Sajak’s replacement. "I’m truly humbled to be stepping into the footsteps of the legendary Pat Sajak," Seacrest said in a statement at the time obtained by Fox News Digital. "I can say, along with the rest of America, that it’s been a privilege and pure joy to watch Pat and Vanna on our television screens for an unprecedented 40 years, making us smile every night and feel right at home with them." "Pat, I love the way you’ve always celebrated the contestants and made viewers at home feel at ease.
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