Alex Trebek, Pat Sajak, Vanna White Stick with "Jeopardy!", "Wheel of Fortune" Through 2017-18 Season
by Lisa de Moraes
March 11, 2015


The obligatory round of negotiating-via-press concluded — “game show veteran revealed that he would likely not renew his contract,” “probably won’t return for another round after his contract expires in 2016,” etc. — Sony Pictures Television this morning announced it had signed Alex Trebek to a new contract through the 2017-18 TV season.

Likewise, Sony’s "Wheel of Fortune" duo Pat Sajak and Vanna White have signed through ’17-18, both shows’ EP Harry Friedman announced.

“The enduring success of Wheel of Fortune and Jeopardy! serves as a testament to the talents of these remarkable hosts,” said Friedman.





"Wheel of Fortune", averages 11.4 million viewers daily in its current 32nd season.

"Jeopardy!", in its 31st season on the air, clocks 10.7 million viewers.

Both shows are produced by Sony Pictures TV and distributed domestically by CBS Television Distribution, and internationally by CBS Television International.

http://deadline.com/2015/03/alex-trebek-pat-sajak-vanna-white-contracts-wheel-fortune-jeopardy-sony-pictures-television-1201390645/

I am surprised that Jeopardy doesn't pull in more viewers. I guess figuring out phases is easier than coming up with an answer to a question. I prefer Jeopardy.

"Wheel of Fortune" & "Jeopardy!" Get Two-Season Renewals
by Erik Pedersen
April 9, 2015


CBS Television Distribution said today that both veteran syndie programs from Sony Pictures TV have been renewed through 2017-18. That will bring "Wheel of Fortune" through its 35th year and "Jeopardy!" to its 34th.

Word came last month that longtimers Pat Sajak and Vanna White signed to continue rolling with "Wheel" and Alex Trebek re-upped to give the answers on "Jeopardy!".



“Not only are Wheel of Fortune and Jeopardy! iconic brands that have consistently delivered ratings and revenue to stations for years, but they are beloved by viewers who have made them appointment viewing in households across the country,” said Joe DiSalvo, President of Sales for CBSTD.

“They are two of the most sought-after shows by political advertisers, so our station partners will benefit from locking up these shows through the upcoming 2016 presidential election season.”



The renewals cover 80% of the U.S. including ABC Owned Television Station Group, Sinclair, Media General, Gray Television and other major groups.

They will continue to air on ABC’s O&O in the top three markets of New York, Los Angeles and Chicago.

http://deadline.com/2015/04/wheel-of-fortune-jeopardy-renewed-two-seasons-1201407404/

Merv Griffin is long dead and still makes the millions.

So Alex Trebek isn't retiring then?

I remember hearing he would call it quits in 2016.

"Wheel of Fortune" & "Jeopardy!" Will Keep ‘Em Guessing into 2020 as Hosts Re-up
by Erik Pedersen
May 2, 2017


Game show power-trio Pat Sajak, Vanna White and Alex Trebek are locked into "Wheel of Fortune" and "Jeopardy!" through the 2019-20 season. All three already were signed for the next TV season, and this re-up will take "Wheel" through its 37th year and "Jeopardy!" through its 36th.

“Pat, Vanna and Alex are beloved by generations of TV viewers, and the enduring popularity of Wheel of Fortune and Jeopardy! is a testament to their incredible talents,” said Harry Friedman, who executive produces both game shows. “All of us at Wheel of Fortune, Jeopardy! and Sony Pictures Television are thrilled that they will continue through the 2019-20 season.”

Friedman received a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Daytime Emmys on Sunday, and "Jeopardy!" won again for Outstanding Game Show. For its part, "Wheel of Fortune" remains TV’s most-watched game show, averaging 27 million weekly viewers.

http://deadline.com/2017/05/wheel-of-fortune-jeopardy-renewed-2020-pat-sajak-vanna-white-alex-trebek-1202081629/

Awesome!

"Wheel of Fortune’s" Pat Sajak & Vanna White, "Jeopardy!" Host Alex Trebek Renew Contracts through 2022
by Dino-Ray Ramos
October 31, 2018


Game show icons Pat Sajak & Vanna White and Alex Trebek will maintain their hosting posts on "Wheel of Fortune" and "Jeopardy!" as the trio have renewed their contracts with Sony Pictures Television through 2022.

Sajak, White and Trebek will all continuing hosting their shows through the 2021/22 season.




“Pat, Vanna and Alex are simply the best. Night after night, they seamlessly entertain generations of fans on two of the most beloved television programs on air. We are thrilled that they’ll continue to do so through 2022,” said SPT Chairman Mike Hopkins.

"Wheel of Fortune", along with Sajak and White, is currently celebrating its 36th season in syndication while "Jeopardy!" and Trebek are in their 35th season on the air.

https://deadline.com/2018/10/pat-sajak-vanna-white-alex-trebek-wheel-of-fortune-jeopardy-renew-contracts-1202493329/

"Wheel of Fortune" & "Jeopardy!" Will Keep Spinning & Solving into 2023
by Erik Pedersen
Nov. 5, 2018


Less than a week after its on-air talent renewed their contracts, syndicated game show juggernauts "Wheel of Fortune" and "Jeopardy!" have been renewed through the 2022-23 season.

Host Pat Sajak and letter-turner Vanna White will keep "Wheel" spinning, while Alex Trebek contiues to have all the "Jeopardy!" answers.




The three-year renewals will take "Wheel" through its 40 season and "Jeopardy!" through its 39th.

Both will continue to air on numerous ABC stations, include those in the top four markets of New York, Los Angeles, Chicago and Philadelphia.




“Wheel of Fortune and Jeopardy! are two of the longest-running shows on television – and for good reason,” said Steve Hackett, President of Sales for CBS Television Distribution.

“They consistently deliver entertaining, timeless programming that the whole family can enjoy together, creating whole new generations of fans. We’re excited they will continue to anchor stations’ lineups, delivering eyeballs and ad dollars to our partners, for many years to come.”

https://deadline.com/2018/11/wheel-of-fortune-jeopardy-renewed-through-2023-season-1202496207/

I'm happy that Jeopardy will be around a bit longer, Wheel Of Fortune not so much. I haven't watched it in years because I think it's gotten quite boring and ridiculous (as in a lot of the puzzle "categories"). Eyeroll.

Ed.

Alex Trebek explains what bothers him on Jeopardy!, says media coverage of his retirement comments were overblown (https://www.vulture.com/2018/11/alex-trebek-jeopardy-in-conversation.html)

"I don’t understand the publicity around it," Trebek tells Vulture in a wide-ranging interview, referring to his chat last summer with Harvey Levin on his Fox News show about potentially retiring in 2020 (http://www.tmz.com/2018/07/30/alex-trebek-jeopardy-replacement-alex-faust-kings-hockey/). "The same thing happened when I shaved my mustache off in 2001. It got so much play. Folks, get a life. There are more important things." Trebek also discussed what he doesn't like contestants to do. "What bothers me is when contestants jump all over the board even after the Daily Doubles have been dealt with," he says. "Why are they doing that? They’re doing themselves a disservice. When the show’s writers construct categories they do it so that there’s a flow in terms of difficulty, and if you jump to the bottom of the category you may get a clue that would be easier to understand if you’d begun at the top of the category and saw how the clues worked. I like there to be order on the show, but as the impartial host I accept disorder." ALSO: Why is Trebek's house entirely decorated in beige? (https://jezebel.com/what-is-alex-trebeks-all-beige-house-1830386945)