Fans Laugh at Wheel of Fortune’s Game Show Magic Revealed

LOS ANGELES, California — Fans of Wheel of Fortune were left in stitches after a funny segment aired on the October 2 episode. The show revealed a behind-the-scenes moment featuring announcer Jim Thornton and host Ryan Seacrest in a rare clip.

On the official Wheel of Fortune Instagram page, a post read, “You’ve heard of movie magic? Let us introduce you to ✨ game show magic ✨.” The clip showed Seacrest, Thornton, and co-host Vanna White enjoying the fall season, sitting on a bench with fake trees around them. “Nothing beats fall in Los Angeles, California,” Seacrest remarked, holding a Wheel of Fortune cup.

As leaves fell, Thornton commented on the crisp air and pumpkin spice lattes. A crew member stood nearby, tossing fake leaves from a plastic bag, much to the delight of the audience. “You gotta love Hollywood,” Seacrest joked, asking for more leaves to be dumped as the laughter grew.

Viewers flooded the comments section with laughter emojis and praise. One fan exclaimed, “Love it every time you guys show Jim on-camera! He’s one of a kind!” Another noted, “It’s good to have fun,” highlighting the lighthearted atmosphere on set.

Thornton joined Wheel of Fortune in 2011, following the passing of previous announcer Charlie O’Donnell. The October 2 episode continued the show’s long-standing tradition of delightful moments paired with audience engagement.

With episodes airing weekdays, viewers can check local listings or stream on Hulu and Peacock the next day.