‘Wheel Of Fortune’ Fans Annoyed By Ryan Seacrest’s On Air Quirk
Wheel Of Fortune fans have had a bone to pick with Ryan Seacrest since before he even officially started hosting the fan-favorite game show. Recently, fans on social media called out yet another annoying habit from the host. So, what did viewers have to say this time?
Wheel Of Fortune: Fans Have Wanted Ryan Seacrest Out From The Beginning
No one has had a bigger target on their back in the popular game show space than Ryan Seacrest. While changing hosts with popular game shows always comes with a rocky transition, arguably no one has been getting more heat than Ryan Seacrest since he took over the reins at Wheel Of Fortune.
Naturally, fans love Pat Sajak, and they would have loved nothing more than to see him continue hosting. However, when it comes to shows like this, the changing of the guard is inevitable. Fans have not been quiet about their dislike of Pat’s successor.
Wheel Of Fortune: Ryan Seacrest/YouTube
Viewers Call Out Seacrest For Annoying Habit
Recently, fans took to social media to blast Ryan Seacrest for another one of his quirks that they don’t particularly like. Because Ryan has been under such scrutiny since taking over as the Wheel Of Fortune host, watchers are noticing every little thing he does or doesn’t do.
Ryan Seacrest | YouTube
This time around, someone called the new host out for never saying the prize amounts out loud. The user on social media said:
“Does Ryan know how to say numbers? He just flips the gold envelope open, looks down at it, and then at the contestant. SO you can see that the puzzle was worth $40,000, BUT HE NEVER says the dollar amount of the prize out loud. He doesn’t actually read it off the card and say the number that is written. He just shows the audience and cameras the card. I’m starting to wonder if maybe he just can’t read numbers?”
Some Wheel Of Fortune Fans Defend Ryan Seacrest
It turns out, some Wheel Of Fortune fans actually came to Ryan Seacrest’s defense. While many still want Pat Sajak as the host, others also agree that this is no reason to continue to trash Ryan at every turn.
Seacrest is doing the best he can, considering the type of lion’s den he walked into as soon as he agreed to take the gig, and many do appreciate his effort.
Ryan Seacrest – Wheel Of Fortune
Another commenter said: “If you don’t like Ryan fine … but at least back your criticism up with substance. Saying he can’t read numbers is the most ludicrous thing I have ever heard.”
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Ryan Seacrest’s habit has Wheel of Fortune viewers questioning whether he can read
Wheel of Fortune critics are questioning Ryan’s abilities. Pic credit: @ryanseacrest/Instagram
Some observant Wheel of Fortune viewers have a question about Ryan Seacrest’s performance as the host.
Ryan has only been hosting Wheel of Fortune for two months but seems to have grown on his critics.
There was a bit of apprehension about Ryan filling Pat Sajak’s shoes, but the American Idol host proved that he’s got what it takes – or does he?
Ryan Seacrest has been under the watchful eyes of Wheel of Fortune fans, who have been dissecting his every move.
First, Ryan was accused of not spelling well. Now critics claim he can’t read.
On Reddit, a curious Wheel watcher created a thread discussing Ryan’s technique during the Bonus Round. They called the post “Does Ryan know how to say numbers?”
Wheel of Fortune viewer wonders why Ryan Seacrest never says prize amounts out loud
A Redditor pointed out that they’ve never seen Ryan verbally announce the prize amount during the final Bonus Round.
They explained, “He just flips the gold envelope open, looks down at it, and then at the contestant.”
“SO you can see that the puzzle was worth $40,000, BUT HE NEVER says the dollar amount of the prize out loud. He doesn’t actually read it off the card and say the number that is written. He just shows the audience and cameras the card,” the Reddit user added.
Their explanation continued, pointing out that Ryan never states the prize number, only flipping open the envelope to reveal the amount.
“I’m starting to wonder if maybe he just can’t read numbers?” they added.
Ryan Seacrest’s supporters come to his defense
Many Wheel watchers expressed the contrary, such as u/nowords left, who commented that Ryan verbalizes every number on the wheel.
Another Redditor added that Ryan can read numbers and is not “numerically illiterate.”
“If you don’t like Ryan fine … but at least back your criticism up with substance. Saying he can’t read numbers is the most ludicrous thing I have ever heard,” they added.
“He doesn’t have to say them. The contestant and audience reactions speak for themselves,” added another Ryan supporter.
A couple of Wheel of Fortune viewers recalled that Pat Sajak never vocalized the prize amount during his tenure as host.
Wheel watchers debate about the host. Pic credit: u/Sudden_King_6687/Reddit
Wheel watchers are still adjusting to Pat Sajak’s absence
It seems that Ryan’s critics are still poking around to find fault with the TV icon.
Pat’s departure shocked longtime Wheel watchers, but at 78 years old, it was time for him to retire.
Pat was a Wheel of Fortune host for more than four decades and earned himself a reputation as one of the most iconic television hosts in history.
Despite hanging up his hat after Season 41, Wheel of Fortune fans can take solace in knowing Pat hasn’t completely left the franchise.
Pat stuck around to host Season 5 of Celebrity Wheel of Fortune and is still a consultant for the popular weeknight game show.
