The series is so popular that producers launched a celebrity version earlier this year, and in exciting news, Wheel of Fortune is bringing in more famous hands to spin its iconic wheel. Season 2 of Celebrity Wheel of Fortune will premiere Sunday, Sept. 26. Pat Sajak and Vanna White, who have hosted the mothership Wheel of Fortune for nearly four decades, will host this version as celebrity contestants spin the wheel and solve word puzzles for a chance to win up to one million dollars for charity. Celebrity Wheel of Fortune season 1 premiered in January 2021 and ran for eight episodes. Constance Zimmer won $136,850 for World Central Kitchen, Leslie Jones won $117,400 for Feeding America, Tony Hawk walked away with $173,800 for Feeding San Diego, his charity of choice, Teri Hatcher won $143,250 for The People Concern and Jennie Garth was a big winner getting $168,600 for Central Illinois Food Bank. Here’s what we know so far about Celebrity Wheel of Fortune season 2, including the stars, charities, premiere date and more.
What is Celebrity Wheel of Fortune?
Celebrity Wheel of Fortune is similar to Wheel of Fortune, except, the celebrity version is one hour long. All the prizes are cash and the contestants are celebrities playing for charity. There are more chances to win more cash for a good cause.
Which celebrity contestants will be on Celebrity Wheel of Fortune Season 2 in 2021?
The celebrity contestants include Jason Alexander, Tatyana Ali, Anthony Anderson, Tituss Burgess, Cheryl Burke, Brooke Burns, Lacey Chabert, Mario Cantone, Laverne Cox, Marcia Cross, Joey Fatone, Vivica A. Fox, Jeff Garlin, Anthony Michael Hall, Melissa Joan Hart, John Michael Higgins, Vanilla Ice, Tara Lipinski, Loni Love, Von Miller, Michael Mizanin, Wanya Morris, Jason Mraz, Haley Joel Osment, Donny Osmond, James Pickens Jr., Caroline Rhea, Andy Richter, Amber Riley, Tori Spelling, Shawn Stockman, Curtis Stone, Jodie Sweetin, Raven-Symoné, Karl-Anthony Towns, Michelle Trachtenberg, Nia Vardalos, Johnny Weir and Ali Wentworth.
Who hosts Celebrity Wheel of Fortune?
Pat Sajak and Vanna White.
What is the schedule for Celebrity Wheel of Fortune?
Celebrity Wheel of Fortune will premiere on Sunday, Sept. 26.
Which charities have the stars selected to compete for in Celebrity Wheel of Fortune?
This season, some of the charities celebrities will be playing for are Americares, Connor’s Cure at the V Foundation for Cancer Research, PhilDev, Los Angeles Regional Food Bank, F Cancer, Save the Children, Project Angel Food, Stand Up to Cancer, Every Mother Counts, Youth Villages and more.
How many Celebrity Wheel of Fortune episodes are there?
While season 1 of Celebrity Wheel of Fortune ran for eight episodes, the show has not revealed the total number of episodes for season 2. With 39 celebrities lining up, it seems like producers may be planning for 13 episodes.
When is Celebrity Wheel of Fortune on?
This season Celebrity Wheel of Fortune is on a new night: Sundays on ABC.
What time is Celebrity Wheel of Fortune on?
Celebrity Wheel of Fortune is on Sundays at 8 p.m. ET/PT.
What channel is Celebrity Wheel of Fortune on?
Celebrity Wheel of Fortune is on ABC.
Who gets the prize money on Celebrity Wheel of Fortune?
All the money won by the celebrity contestants will go to a charity of their choice.
How do celebrities win money on Celebrity Wheel of Fortune?
Celebrity contestants spin the wheel and solve word puzzles for a chance to win up to one million dollars.
Who is Maggie Sajak?
Back in January 2020, when Pat Sajak had emergency surgery for a blocked intestine, his daughter Maggie filled in for Vanna White turning the letters while White hosted the show in Pat Sajak’s place. Maggie, who made her Wheel of Fortune debut when she was 1-year-old, is now a Princeton graduate who went to a post-graduate program at Columbia University. She is also the show’s online media correspondent, bringing the audience behind the scenes with videos and interviews. The show hasn’t revealed if Maggie Sajak will have a role in Celebrity Wheel of Fortune. Stay tuned for more information about Maggie Sajak and her participation in Wheel of Fortune. Next, Does Vanna White Get to Keep Her Wheel of Fortune Dresses?
