Ryan Seacrest Wins Hearts with Touching Fan Encounter on ‘Wheel of Fortune’

LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Ryan Seacrest, the new host of ‘Wheel of Fortune,’ is winning over fans with his genuine kindness and approachable demeanor. A recent Instagram video showcased a heartfelt moment between Seacrest and a young fan, highlighting his ability to connect with viewers beyond the game show stage.

In the video, Seacrest is seen kneeling beside a young girl in a wheelchair as she shares a touching story about watching the show with her late father. Instead of yelling ‘Wheel of Fortune,’ they would humorously shout ‘Wheel of Fish.’ The emotional exchange ended with a warm hug, leaving fans praising Seacrest’s authenticity and compassion.

‘Celebrating the wins and the fails is all part of the fun at @wheeloffortune! The other day, I had the joy of meeting a big fan of the show — Rain & now, I’ll never stop hearing ‘Wheel… of… Fish!’ Big hugs to you and your dad,’ Seacrest captioned the post.

Fans flooded the comments section with admiration. ‘Such a great person,’ one user wrote. ‘Sweet Ryan really listened. So loving,’ another added. A third commenter noted, ‘Ryan is such a treasure. He’s fantastic on Wheel and has such good chemistry with Vanna.’

This isn’t the first time Seacrest has demonstrated his thoughtfulness. Around the same time, he shared another Instagram video highlighting his work with families who lost their homes in recent wildfires. Partnering with the L.A. Dream Center, Seacrest is helping these families rebuild their lives. ‘I was so impressed by their strength and resilience,’ he said in the video, encouraging fans to donate time or resources to the cause.

Fans were quick to praise his generosity. ‘Ryan Seacrest, you are such an amazing person!! Generous to a fault, very nice to look at!! 😉😍 You just keep being you!’ one fan wrote. Another added, ‘You are truly one of the best humans on earth. You help so many people — no matter their edge.’

Seacrest’s ability to connect with fans and his commitment to giving back have solidified his place as a beloved figure in entertainment. As he continues to host ‘Wheel of Fortune,’ his genuine character shines through, proving that he’s more than just a TV personality.