Ryan Seacrest Collapses During ‘Wheel of Fortune’ Contestant Interaction

Ryan Seacrest Takes a Tumble on Wheel of Fortune

In a memorable moment from Wheel of Fortune, host Ryan Seacrest found himself quite literally swept off his feet thanks to an enthusiastic contestant. The incident unfolded during a recent episode when Daniel Thomas from San Marcos, California, landed in the Bonus Round, eager to tackle a puzzle in the “Living Things” category. By that point in the game, Daniel had accrued an impressive $31,950, alongside a vacation to Alaska.

As the game progressed and Ryan instructed him, “You have 10 seconds. Good luck,” Daniel jumped at the chance to solve the puzzle, which began with the letter G and concluded with E and S. With a swift and confident guess, Daniel answered “Guppies.” Excitedly, Ryan congratulated him, but as Daniel celebrated, things took a surprising turn. The contestant bounded toward Ryan for a jubilant hug, leading to an unexpected fall that sent Ryan tumbling to the ground.

After a brief pause on the floor, Daniel quickly offered his hand to help Ryan back up, exclaiming, “Oh my gosh.” Displaying his characteristic poise and humor, Ryan assured everyone he was fine, repeating, “I’m good, I’m good,” as the audience erupted in laughter at the amusing scene.

In a further twist of excitement, Ryan announced that Daniel’s correct answer had earned him an additional $40,000 in winnings. The host playfully teased, “Daniel, easy on our host but celebrate with $40,000,” as applause echoed throughout the studio. The camaraderie continued as Ryan jokingly swatted Daniel away and scampered across the stage, maintaining a light-hearted atmosphere.

Amid the cheers, the two laughed together, with Daniel sheepishly apologizing for the fall. Ryan quickly deflected, saying, “No, don’t worry, I loved it!” The playful rapport culminated when Ryan jokingly invited future contestants to lift him up in celebration if they win.

This friendly fall marked a lively episode in Ryan’s journey as the new host of Wheel of Fortune, a role he stepped into September 2024 following Pat Sajak’s departure. As he continues to navigate the challenges and joys of hosting, moments like these only add to his growing legacy on the beloved game show.