Celebrity Wheel of Fortune is a spinoff of Wheel of Fortune and has been a hit with fans. However, its brand-new fifth season gave fans something to really smile about. After longtime host Pat Sajack announced his retirement, he made his reality TV return to host one more season of the popular spinoff alongside his co-host Vanna White.

Fans love Celebrity Wheel of Fortune for the A-list stars who take a spin on the iconic wheel. Unlike the original show, these celebs are all playing for a charity of their choosing. Past seasons have seen Hollywood stars like Drew Carey, Teri Hatcher, Jennie Garth, Anthony Anderson, Snoop Dogg, and Mayim Bialik, bringing their competitive sides out while still giving fans plenty of laughs. With the new season underway, here’s the latest celebs to take part in the new season.

Celebrity Wheel Of Fortune Returned With Several A-List Stars For Season 5

Season 5 of Celebrity Wheel of Fortune returned on April 30th, and so did Pat Sajak and his co-host Vanna White. It will mark Pat’s “final spin” as host after he announced his retirement from the original series in 2023. With the new season underway, there was a plethora of exciting and new celebrities taking turns spinning the wheel. Each A-lister was playing for a charity of their choice, which makes this spinoff even more special.

Here is a breakdown of all the celebrities that will take part in Season 5:

In Episode 2, (Pat hosted a holiday Celebrity Wheel of Fortune special on December 2, 2024 as Episode 1) fans got a real treat when three major stars took part in the new season. Magic Mike actor and Deal or No Deal Island host Joe Manganiello took part in Celebrity Wheel of Fortune and played for the UPMC Children’s Hospital Foundation. Alongside Joe was comedian and actress Tiffany Haddish, playing for the She Ready Foundation. Also spinning the wheel was Veep actor Matt Walsh, who chose to give his winnings to Open Books.

Episode 3 (May 7), continued by giving fans beloved comedians with Wendi McLendon-Covey, best known for The Goldbergs, using her winnings for Foster Nation. Playing against Wendi was comedian and Parks and Recreation actor Ben Schwartz (Children’s Hospital Los Angeles), and The Mindy Project’s Adam Pally (Eat. Learn. Play. Foundation).

The Cast Of The Office Reunited

Episode 4 (May 14) was a special treat for The Office fans as three cast members from the beloved series took turns spinning and winning for their charities. The actors were Rainn Wilson, who starred as Dwight Schrute (Lidè Haiti), Ellie Kemper, who portrayed Erin Hannon, (St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital) and Oscar Nuñez, who starred as Oscar Martinez (Oceana).

Episode 5 (airing May 20), continued to bring in heavy hitters in the entertainment industry. American Idol runner-up Katharine McPhee played for The David Foster Foundation, which just so happens to be her husband, David Foster’s charity, Andrew Rannells, a Tony-nominated and Grammy-winning actor, chose The Trevor Project; and Frozen actor Josh Gad, spun the wheel to earn money for the Environmental Defense Fund.

Episode 6 (airing May 21), starred Sam Richardson, who is best known for Veep (The Detroit Creativity Project), Think Like a Man actress Regina Hall (Scleroderma Research Foundation), and Randall Park, who is best known for portraying Agent Jimmy Woo in the MCU (KultureCity).

Episode 7 (airing May 27) will see stars including Broad City creator Ilana Glazer, who plays for the SisterSong organization, Brooklyn Nine-Nine star Chelsea Peretti, who chose the Āinja Momona foundation, and stand-up comedian Moshe Kasher, who plays for the Surfrider Foundation.

Episode 8 (airing May 28) will star stand-up comedian Dulcé Sloan (She Ready Foundation), Grey’s Anatomy actress Jessica Capshaw (Baby2Baby), and comedian Pete Holmes (Homeboy Industries).

Pat Sajack Returned As Host Despite Retiring From Hosting The Regular Version

It was a real delight to see Pat Sajak back on our television screens. It was in June 2023, when the beloved host shared with viewers and fans alike that he would be hosting one more final season before retiring after 41 seasons on the show.

“Well, the time has come. I’ve decided that our 41st season, which begins in September, will be my last,” he shared on X (formerly known as Twitter). “It’s been a wonderful ride, and I’ll have more to say in the coming months. Many thanks to you all. (If nothing else, it’ll keep the clickbait sites busy!)”

When it came time for Pat’s last and final episode, which aired on June 7th, 2024, the host gave a very touching speech:

“Well, the time has come to say goodbye. I have a few thanks and acknowledgments before I go. And I want to start with all of you watching out there. It’s been an incredible privilege to be invited into millions of homes night after night, year after year, decade after decade. And I’ve always felt that the privilege came with a responsibility to keep this daily half hour a safe place for family fun. No social issues, no politics, nothing embarrassing, I hope. Just a game,” he shared.

Pat’s decision to retire was straightforward — he simply felt the time was right. Speaking to his daughter, Maggie Sajak for the Thanks For the Memories miniseries, he shared, “My goal was not to do the job until I keel over on it. You’ve always heard me say this dozens of times, I’d rather leave a couple years too early than a couple of years too late.”

Celebrity Wheel Of Fortune​​​​​​​ Was Renewed For Season 6 With Ryan Seacrest Taking Over As Host

TV personality Ryan Seacrest was the perfect fit to take over hosting duties of Wheel of Fortune. His first episode premiered on September 9th, 2024. Vanna White returned as the show’s beloved co-host. Ryan began his very first episode as host with an important and warming message to fans:

“Welcome to Wheel of Fortune. I am your host, Ryan Seacrest. I still can’t believe my luck being here with you tonight to continue this legacy of this incredible show with all of you, and of course, my good friend Vanna White,” Ryan began.

He continued, “I’ve been a fan of this show since I was a kid, watching it in Atlanta with my family, and I know how special it is that Wheel has been in your living rooms for the past 40 years. And I’m just so grateful to be invited in. I also know I’ve got some very big shoes to fill. So let’s play Wheel of Fortune.”

After Pat completes his hosting duties for the remainder of Celebrity Wheel of Fortune Season 5, Ryan will take over for the following season. ABC confirmed the renewal on May 9th.