To kick off Season 40, there will be an “XL Week” (representing the Roman numeral of 40, natch). Read on for more about Wheel of Fortune‘s Season 40 changes, plus a first look at the new puzzleboard in action…. We are all looking forward to this being our biggest season ever!” But, more than anything, I want our viewers to continue to enjoy this classic game while adding a few new and interesting twists. We’re trying to give away the most money ever offered on the syndicated version of the show. Incoming executive producer Bellamie Blackstone said in a statement, “I’m looking forward to celebrating all of the ways this show has become a staple in so many living rooms, but also to help it grow so we see its 50th season and beyond.
To mark Wheel‘s new season, premiering Monday, Sept 12 with hosts Pat Sajak and Vanna White, the syndicated game show will unveil a new LED-screen puzzleboard, as well as an “XL Week” of shows that put more prize money at stake than ever before. Ahead of Wheel of Fortune‘s Season 40 premiere, TVLine has an exclusive “action shot” of the first upgrade in 19 years to co-host Vanna White’s puzzleboard.
