“Wheel of Fortune” has a reputation for delivering thrills—and heartbreak—and contestant Vivian experienced both in a single night. On Monday, Sept. 16, Vivian secured a major win on the popular game show, now hosted by Ryan Seacrest alongside longtime co-host Vanna White. However, a Bonus Round stumble cost her the chance to take home a jaw-dropping $1 million.
In a dramatic twist, Vivian landed on the $1 million wedge during the regular game, making it a potential prize for the Bonus Round. The stakes couldn’t have been higher as she approached the final puzzle with a mix of confidence and pressure.
For the Bonus Round, Vivian was given the default letters “R, S, T, L, N, E” and selected additional letters, even using her Wild Card to make an extra guess. The board revealed: “_ _ _ERING S _ ME HELP.”