A Wheel of Fortune contestant obtained a particular shock on set throughout the recreation present's ongoing fiftieth anniversary celebrations.

Former contestant Rhea Mathew, who appeared on the present in October 2023, returned to play beneath the ruse that she was there to assist ring within the milestone anniversary — but it surely was in truth an elaborate proposal staged by her boyfriend Robin Kuriakose. And everybody, together with co-host Vanna White, was in on the plan.

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The proposal was first staged with the puzzle phrase of "Will you marry me?" which Mathew efficiently solved. Kuriakose then appeared on stage, and a shocked Mathew's eyes and jaw widened when all of it started to daybreak on her. And sure, she mentioned sure!

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Wheel of Fortune social correspondent Maggie Sajak — daughter of former host Pat Sajak — documented the earlier than and after interview with the unassuming Mathew on social media. "Rhea thinks she's right here for puzzle redemption, however little does she know… she's right here to get engaged!" captioned Sajak, who even coyly requested if Mathew introduced any household or buddies together with her.

"I truly introduced somebody very particular with me as we speak," mentioned Mathew. "I introduced my boyfriend Robin. He's one in every of my largest supporters, so I'm actually excited to share this magic with him." Later, after the tender second, Mathew mentioned she actually had no inkling {that a} proposal would unfold. "Essentially the most elaborate proposal I might ever — I'm nonetheless in shock," mentioned Mathew.

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Added Kuriakose, "I'm so pleased that she received this second, so thanks guys all for accommodating us and making it occur."

It's been per week of celebrations for the revered recreation present with Ryan Seacrest, who changed longtime host Pat Sajak final fall following his retirement, on the helm. The present not too long ago shared a behind-the-scenes set tour section guided by Seacrest that provided a glimpse into all of the departments that assist make the present occur — and it featured a quick cameo from Sajak himself.

Sajak, who served as host for 41 seasons, might be seen consuming a sandwich as Seacrest walks by the studio. "In fact, that is our former host. Hey, Pat," mentioned Seacrest.

Watch the heartfelt proposal above.

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