Vanna White bids a farewell to Pat Sajak ahead of his final show

Vanna White delivered an emotional tribute to her longtime co-host, Pat Sajak, on the eve of his final episode of Wheel of Fortune. The pre-recorded message, which aired during Thursday night’s show, showcased White’s deep affection for Sajak.

“I can’t believe that tomorrow is our last show together,” the 67-year-old said. “I don’t know how to put into words what these past 41 years have meant to me, but I’m going to try.” Reflecting on their journey, she added, “Eight thousand episodes went by in a flash.”

White and Sajak have been co-hosts since 1982, when the show first debuted in syndication, becoming beloved fixtures of American television.