More money will be up for grabs in Season 39 with the removal of the “Free Play” wedge from the Wheel which was replaced by an $850 wedge.Instead, the contestant in control of the Wheel at the time will spin to determine the amount each consonant is worth during the speed up round. Sajak will no longer do the “Final Spin” of the game.The Wheel of Fortune theme song, “Changing Keys,” which will return this season with a modernized arrangement. The set and music have been refreshed for the new season.In the game show’s digital space, Maggie Sajak, Pat’s daughter, will be joining the show as Social Correspondent across all of Wheel of Fortune’s channels including:, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok.Here are some other changes in store for the upcoming season:

At the open of each episode, he will be featured at a new podium on stage as he introduces Sajak and White.

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