Following Pat Sajak's retirement announcement from "Wheel of Fortune," Vanna White has expressed her desire to continue her role as co-host, but with one key condition: a significant salary increase. White, who has graced the show for over four decades, is reportedly negotiating a new contract and seeking a raise to reflect her long-standing contribution to the show's success.
Sources indicate that White's current annual salary of $3 million is considerably less than Sajak's reported $15 million. Her last pay raise occurred almost two decades ago, and she believes a substantial increase is warranted. While negotiations are ongoing, no agreement has been reached yet.
White's tenure on "Wheel of Fortune" began in 1982. She briefly took over hosting duties in 2019 during Sajak's medical leave. Since Sajak’s retirement announcement earlier this month, speculation has mounted about his potential replacement, with Ryan Seacrest's name emerging as a prominent contender.
