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A contestant on “Wheel of Fortune” nearly missed the chance to win $1 million, falling short by just a single word. Vivian Tran, a contestant on the long-running game show, watched her chances of winning the grand prize slip away during a crucial moment in the Bonus Round.
Ryan Seacrest has just begun his second week as the new host, stepping in for the recently retired Pat Sajak. The tension was evident as Tran neared her key moment.
The episode kicked off just like usual, featuring contestants spinning the wheel and taking on puzzles. However, the situation changed significantly when Tran secured her place in the Bonus Round.
“My heart is racing, this is a first for me,” Seacrest said as he explained the significance of the moment. A unique $1 million envelope has replaced the typical $100,000 prize envelope, significantly raising the stakes.
Tran gave the smaller bonus wheel a spin, setting the stage for her destiny in the concluding puzzle. The puzzle’s category was “What Are You Doing?” and Tran gained an advantage by selecting an additional letter thanks to a wild card.
