Fans Express Frustration As ‘Wheel Of Fortune’ Denies Prize To Woman Despite Correct Answer

Attention has resurfaced on a recent incident from January 2024, where fervent fans of “Wheel of Fortune” voiced their dismay, alleging unfair treatment towards contestant Megan, who might have been unjustly denied a $40,000 prize for her answer.

Megan, a married high school choir director hailing from California, encountered a two-word bonus puzzle labeled under “Living Thing.”

During the gameplay, host Pat Sajak directed Megan to the puzzle board, which displayed the partially completed phrase “_ N ‘ R _ _ _.’”

With strategic letter choices, Megan managed to reveal “P_N_’ ‘RC _ D” before the timer ran out. In her final moments, she hastily offered a guess resembling “Pink Orchid,” just as the correct answer was revealed.

Acknowledging the potential correctness of Megan’s response, Sajak revealed an estimated prize of $40,000, significantly higher than the $14,007 she eventually received.

Viewers watching from home expressed disbelief at the outcome, voicing their dissatisfaction with the decision to Wheel of Fortune regarding Megan’s potentially correct answer.

In a separate incident, Wheel of Fortune faced criticism over a disputed rhyme during an Express round on Jan. 22, further fueling discontent among fans.

Sources: New York Post