Scaredy Pat!
Pat Sajak, 76, was given quite the scare by contestant Laryn Nelson on Wednesday’s episode of “Wheel of Fortune,” getting so spooked that he jumped and threw his cards into the air.
Within the hilarious clip, which was posted to the official Wheel of Fortune account on the platform X, Nelson may be seen attempting to fill within the remaining letters on the board in the ultimate round.
She guessed, “Pitching my goals,” nevertheless it turned on the market was no “pitching” within the phrase — the reply was “Obtaining my goals.”
“I’m gonna do this sooner or later, though,” Nelson joked as she stood next to Sajak. “Obtaining my goals.”
“There’s really no need for a number on this show,” Sajak jokingly remarked. “Just allow them to do it.”
Then suddenly, because the prize she didn’t win was revealed, Nelson set free an enormous scream, which sent Sajak right into a visible fright.
He jumped and his cards flew behind him.
“Sorry,” Nelson said afterwards.
“It’s alright, I’ll be tremendous,” Sajak replied, as he adjusted his tie, still appearing shook up.
The Post reached out to representatives to Sajak and “Wheel of Fortune” for comment.
The episode is the third within the premiere week for Season 41 — which can also be Sajak’s last.
He has hosted “Wheel” since 1981, while resident letter-turner Vanna White, 66, joined the show a yr later.
Ryan Seacrest, 48, might be taking Sajak’s place as host, starting in 2024.
It’s unclear if White might be returning to the classic game show then, as she is rumored to be in the midst of a contentious contract negotiation.
Puck News reported that White hired powerhouse attorney Bryan Freedman to broker a deal for her, as she allegedly hasn’t received a raise in 18 years.
In a latest interview with Fortune’s CEO, Alan Murray, at Fortune’s Impact Initiative Conference, the “American Idol” host said he would like to host with White next yr.
“I really like Vanna White,” Seacrest said, partly, when asked whether or not he would keep White next season.
“I’ve known Vanna for a very long time. We sat in necessary places next to one another. And I hope for nothing greater than to have the ability to walk out on that stage and host together with her.”
White’s contract runs until 2024, in accordance with Deadline.
She has already negotiated a latest contract and salary for the celebrity version of “Wheel.”