‘Wheel of Fortune’ Contestant Wins $75,000 and a Car in Energetic Display

P. J. Wilder captivated audiences with his excitement, humor, and dramatic reactions during his big win on Ryan Seacrest-hosted episode.

Contestant P. J. Wilder won a total of $74,860 on 'Wheel of Fortune,' including a $41,200 Mini Cooper convertible.
Wilder solved the $18,000 'Pet Peeve' puzzle with only two letters on the board, correctly guessing 'Sand in my swimsuit.'
During the bonus round, Wilder guessed 'Zip-up hoodie' to secure his final prize, exclaiming disbelief and asking Ryan Seacrest to pinch him.
Wilder's enthusiastic reactions included mimicking the Hulk, attempting to hug Seacrest, and sharing humorous banter with the host and Vanna White.
This episode highlighted Ryan Seacrest's role as the new host, following Pat Sajak's retirement after 41 seasons in 2024.