Following Pat Sajak's announcement to retire from "Wheel of Fortune" after its 41st season, his daughter, Maggie Sajak, offered a glimpse into the show's future. Expressing her joy in working alongside her father, Maggie shared on her Instagram story, "It's so much fun working with my dad. And we're looking forward to even more fun in Season 41." This statement has fueled speculation about her potential involvement in the show's upcoming season.
Vanna White, Pat's long-time co-host, also reacted to the news, tweeting her congratulations and expressing excitement for one more season together. Maggie re-shared Pat's original retirement announcement on her Instagram, where he expressed gratitude for his time on the show and hinted at more to come.
Maggie's connection to "Wheel of Fortune" extends beyond her recent role as social media correspondent. She previously filled in for Vanna White, turning letters for contestants, both in 2019 when Pat underwent surgery and earlier this year during "Celebrity Wheel of Fortune." Her first appearance on the show dates back to her toddler years when Pat brought her on stage.
While Maggie has pursued other career paths, including recently graduating from law school, many fans are hopeful she'll take on a larger role following her father's retirement. Some have even openly expressed their support for her to replace him. However, there has also been past criticism and accusations of nepotism surrounding the possibility of Maggie taking over for either Pat or Vanna.
No official announcement has been made regarding Pat's replacement, but his emotional reaction to sharing the stage with Maggie during "Celebrity Wheel of Fortune" suggests he would be supportive of her taking the reins.
