The end of an era.
The Whitehaven resident won big, taking home nearly $90,000.
For Bean, even justbeingon the game show was a childhood dream come true.
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I used to watchWheel of Fortunewith my grandmother, Bean said in an interview withAction News 5.
But quickly learned to love the show, thanks, in large part, to its host.
Thats why the show has been on so long.
“Well, the time has come to say goodbye.
“No social issues, no politics, nothing embarrassing, I hope, just a game.”
“But gradually it became more than that,” Sajak continued.
“What an honor to play even a small part in all of that,” he concluded.
“Thank you for allowing me into your lives.
Ryan Seacrest will be taking over as host ofWheel of Fortunewhen it returns for season 42.