Fans in Tears: Pat Sajak & Vanna White Share Devastating News on Wheel of Fortune 😭😥

will of Fortune letter Turner Vanna White has reminisced over her time on set with her former co-host Pat sagic ahead of the show's upcoming season Vanna 67 will be joined by new host Ryan CEST 49 for season 42 of Wheel of Fortune starting September 9th over the past four decades Vana has shared the stage with longtime host Pat sagic 77 Pat announced his retirement last year in his final episode of The Long running game show aired in June me and you Pat on Thursday Vanna shared a photo on her Instagram stories reading The Wheel of Fortune tribute issue of TV Guide magazine the host smiled as she held the magazine open featuring photos of her and pat on the front and back covers farewell Pat sagic the special issue read Vanna declared in text that she was doing some light reading on her break noting that the show is currently on Hiatus until its September premiere don't forget to pick up the special at we offer and tribute issue of at magazine before it's gone she told followers the photo comes shortly after it was rumored that Ryan and Vanna struggled to find the same chemistry she and Pat had on the show in his new era fans of the game show have patiently been awaiting the new season although many have shown they aren't too excited about Ryan taking over Pat's position the 49-year-old has plenty of experience hosting however he has mced American Idol since its Inception in 2002 and as his own radio show on air with Ryan CEST most recently Ryan declared he was focusing on the next chapter of his life with we a new video shared on Instagram on Friday showed ABC journalist Christy EO receiving a PR package from Ryan to promote his new era as the game Show's host the box was labeled rstl NE which stood for Ryan seest to launch New Era it included plenty of wa themed gifts such as a mug umbrella socks and a pen first Glimpse earlier this week will of Fortune share a first look at Ryan on the game Show's set the show released a teaser clip for the new season which featured footage from the First episodes with its new host he was seen walking arm- in-arm with Vanna and on stage celebrating with winning contestants are you ready to be part of a new era on Wheel we're looking for new great contestants to play for big money with Ryan and Vanna go to we love fortune.com and apply today a voiceover said after the video was spread online some fans noticed a change in the show's set all of these clips except the very first one with the woman at the red Podium are from Ryan's first taped episodes before the set change one person pointed out others showed excitement for Ryan's newest gig and hoped others would give him a chance Vana White had grown accustomed to the Rhythm Of The Wheel of Fortune set where the hum of cameras and the chatter of excited contestants filled the air the lights the wheel and the puzzle board had become second nature to her but it was the presence of Pat sagic beside her that made it all feel like home over four decades they had forged an unbreakable Bond a friendship that had withstood the test of time and countless spins of the wheel but now change was on the horizon Pat had announced his retirement and the studio buzzed with anticipation for the show's New Era where Ryan Secrest would take over as the host the news had been met with mixed reactions some fans were eager to see what Secrest would bring to the iconic game show While others mourn the end of an era defined by Pat and Vanna's chemistry as the filming break between Seasons rolled around Vanna found herself at a Crossroads the world outside the studio was a buzz with speculation about the future and Vanna couldn't help but feel the weight of it all she had been there from the beginning a steadfast presence and the idea of continuing the show without Pat felt almost unimaginable during the Hiatus Vanna decided to take a step back retreating to her home in South Carolina the peaceful surroundings of her Coastal Home offered a stark contrast to the bright lights and fast pace of Wheel of Fortune here she could clear her mind reflect on the years gone by and think about what lay ahead one afternoon as she walked along the Sandy Shores her thoughts drifted to Pat she recalled their first day on set the nervous excitement they had shared and how they had grown into their roles together Pat had always been more than just a co-host he was a confidant a mentor and a friend they had weathered the ups and downs of life together both on and off the set Vanna knew that Pat's decision to retire had not been an easy one he had wrestled with it for months torn between his love for the show and desire to spend more time with his family when he finally made the announcement Vanna had been among the first to know they had shared a quiet moment in his dressing room where Pat had expressed his gratitude for their years together and his confidence that she would continue to shine no matter who stood beside her now as the waves lapped at her feet Vanna felt a surge of determination Pat had been there for her throughout her career and she would be there for him as he stepped into his new chapter she owed it to him and to herself to honor the Legacy they had built together back in Los Angeles The Wheel of Fortune Studio had been transformed the set was being revamped and the energy in the air was different charged with the promise of something new Ryan CEST had already begun preparing for his role meeting with producers and getting a feel for the show's Dynamics he was eager to bring his own flare to the iconic game show but he was also keenly aware of the shoes he was stepping into one day during a quiet moment on set Ryan found Vana at her dressing room he had wanted to talk to her ever since he had been announced as the new host he knew that her support would be crucial to his success and he respected her immensely Vanna Ryan began I know this transition isn't easy and I want you to know that I'm here to honor everything you and Pat have built I'm not here to change things for the sake of change I'm here to continue a legacy Vanna smiled only at Ryan she could sense his sincerity and it put her at ease thank you Ryan Pat and I have had an incredible run and I'm proud of everything we've accomplished but the show must go on and I'm committed to making sure that it does Ryan nodded relieved to have Vanna's backing I'm excited to work with you Vanna I think we're going to make a great team as the conversation wrapped up Vanna felt A Renewed sense of purpose she wasn't just staying on out of loyalty to Pat she was staying because she believed in the show and in the magic it brought to millions of viewers every night she knew that Ryan had the potential to bring something fresh to the table and she was ready to embrace that in the weeks that followed Vanna threw herself into preparations for the new season she worked closely with the producers to ensure a seamless transition helping to integrate Ryan into the show's Rhythm offscreen she remained in close contact with with Pat