A “Wheel of Fortune” contestant turned heads and won hearts online, cracking a tricky bonus puzzle with ease and earning the title of “best contestant.”
Geoffrey Smith dazzled on “Wheel of Fortune,” solving puzzles with lightning speed to claim $66,000 in winnings—leaving social media users in awe of his skill.
A netizen’s comment following Geoffrey Smith’s performance on “Wheel of Fortune” on January 13, 2025 | Source: Facebook.com/wheeloffortune/reels
Smith’s standout moment came in the bonus round’s “Phrase” category during the January 13 episode. Already earning $26,000, he spun the bonus wheel and landed on a prize marked “A.”
After the standard letters “R,” “S,” “T,” “L,” “N,” and “E” were revealed by co-host Vanna White, the puzzle displayed, ” _ _ S T / _ L _ R T / I T / _ _ T.”
A netizen’s comment following Geoffrey Smith’s performance on “Wheel of Fortune” | Source: YouTube.com/wheeloffortune
Host Ryan Seacrest encouraged Smith to stay calm, “Take a good look, it’s a phrase. You got ten seconds.” However, Smith confidently solved the puzzle within seconds, declaring, “Just Blurt It Out.” His correct response earned him an additional prize.
Geoffrey Smith happily reacts beside Ryan Seacrest on “Wheel of Fortune” | Source: YouTube.com/wheeloffortune
Seacrest revealed, “Geoffrey, you’re floating on a sea of green with $40,000!” White approached Smith, saying, “That was awesome!” and hugged him. Seacrest continued, “That’s a grand total of there… of $66,000. Geoffrey, congratulations.”
Ryan Seacrest and Vanna White in a conversation with Geoffrey Smith on “Wheel of Fortune” | Source: YouTube.com/wheeloffortune
He then joked to Smith, “You were looking down at me like ‘I don’t need you to talk anymore, Ryan, I just want to blurt it out.'”
Ryan Seacrest, Vanna White, and Geoffrey Smith on “Wheel of Fortune” | Source: YouTube.com/wheeloffortune
Viewers quickly praised Smith for his exceptional performance and charisma. One fan wrote, “Way to go, Geoffrey! It was a tough one, but you got it right anyways [sic]!” Another raved, “He was really good!! Best contestant we’ve seen in a long time! And such a gentleman too!”
The moment with White also drew attention. “Wait, Vanna never comes closer to congratulate the contestant on a $40K win, she usually stays at the letter/puzzle board and just claps,” a fan observed. Someone else expressed a similar sentiment, “Vanna doesnt usually come out with the winner and Ryan unless someone wins 100 k [sic].”
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Another viewer expressed delight in Smith’s performance, “He was so fun to watch! Loved his story and getting to finally make his dream come true.”
Others expressed hope for his return in future episodes. “I really enjoyed this show and Mr Geoffrey! He has to come back for an all-star contestant! He needs an MVP award or Most valuable solver award [sic]!” a viewer said.
