Game shows have always been a source of entertainment, but they also bring out passionate reactions from viewers

especially when contestants make baffling guesses or miss out on major prizes by the smallest margins. 

While it’s not unusual for fans at home to shout expletives at their screens, it’s far less common to hear those running the show slip up in the same way.

However, some Wheel of Fortune fans recently speculated that longtime co-host Vanna White may have accidentally let an F-bomb slip during a special segment of the show. 

The moment, which quickly sparked debate online, didn’t occur during the usual studio setting but rather in a pre-recorded clip from a ski trip White took with host Ryan Seacrest.

A Slippery Situation

During a recent episode of Wheel of Fortune, a contestant successfully completed the Bonus Round and won a brand-new car. To celebrate, the show played a fun pre-taped video of Seacrest and White hitting the slopes in Park City, Utah.

While calling it a “ski trip” may have been generous—since neither appeared to be seasoned skiers—the video provided plenty of laughs. Seacrest jokingly accused White of panicking when he took a wrong turn, but the footage revealed that his misstep came almost immediately after pushing off. The hilarious clip then showed White reacting in a way that made some viewers believe she might have blurted out an expletive.

What Did Vanna Really Say?

The moment in question happened at the end of the segment when Seacrest, now face-down in the snow, wrapped things up by saying:

“All right, thanks for watching from this winter wonderland. See you next time on Wheel of Fortune!”

White, standing nearby, responded with a cheerful, “Bye!” before reacting to Seacrest’s tumble with an exclamation that had some fans raising their eyebrows. She then said, “I’m gonna go help Ryan. Bye-bye!” before stepping off-screen.

After the episode aired, a Wheel of Fortune fan took to Reddit to share their thoughts on the moment, writing:

“I swear she says the F-word! … I keep trying to give her the benefit of the doubt that maybe she said ‘duck’ lol NOPE!”

Others chimed in, with some agreeing that it sounded like an expletive, while others were more skeptical.

Breaking Down the Audio

While the debate gained traction, a closer examination of the audio suggests that White didn’t actually drop an F-bomb. One fan who rewatched the episode with closed captions on noted that the subtitles transcribed her remark as “Look!” rather than anything inappropriate.

Given that Wheel of Fortune episodes are filmed and edited well in advance, it’s highly unlikely that a genuine F-bomb would have made it to air unedited. If White had accidentally cursed, the moment would have either been re-recorded or censored before the episode aired.

White and Seacrest’s Fun Dynamic

Regardless of what was actually said, the playful ski trip segment was just another example of the great chemistry between White and Seacrest. The longtime Wheel of Fortune co-host has been nothing but supportive of Seacrest since he took over the hosting role from Pat Sajak. Even when the TV veteran playfully pranked her for Christmas or when she invited fans to come up with a nickname for him, their dynamic has remained lighthearted and entertaining.

Another Seacrest Tumble

Interestingly, this wasn’t the only time Seacrest took a spill that week. In a separate, equally amusing incident on the Wheel of Fortune set, an overly enthusiastic contestant accidentally caused Seacrest to lose his footing.

During a particularly exciting moment, the contestant, overcome with joy, hugged Seacrest and started jumping up and down. Unfortunately, in the excitement, they let go of him at just the wrong time, sending the host stumbling to the ground.

Keeping the Laughter Going

Despite these minor missteps—both on the slopes and on set—Seacrest has continued to embrace the role of Wheel of Fortune host with his signature charm and enthusiasm. Whether he’s making fun of his own skiing skills or laughing off an unexpected tumble, he’s proving that he can take on the legendary hosting duties with ease.

As for White, it’s safe to say that fans can breathe easy—there was likely no F-bomb scandal to worry about. Instead, the moment served as a fun and unexpected debate that added to the joy of Wheel of Fortune’s long-running success.

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