This Day in History January 6, 1975

On this date in 1975, Wheel of Fortune debuted on NBC. The last time it aired on this network was on June 30, 1989. It was a daytime series at this point. Of course, the history of this popular game show continues today.

Proverbs 13:11
Dishonest money dwindles away, but he who gathers money little by little makes it grow.

For more information:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wheel_of_Fortune_(U.S._game_show)

http://wheeloffortunehistory.wikia.com/wiki/Wheel_of_Fortune

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5 Comments

Katrina January 7, 2015 Reply

What an fun fact! This brings back a lot of memories. I remember watching it all the time when I was little and my family shouting the answers out, trying to guess the phrase.
Elizabeth January 7, 2015 Reply

I had no idea that Wheel of Fortune has been around that long! I’ve always enjoyed the show, and the Hosts have worn well!!
Lisa Konieczke January 7, 2015 Reply

It was the year I was born 🙂
My Grandma used to watch this show everyday…. I remember when I was very little.
She always solved the puzzles right away. Great game show!
Lisa Coomer Queen January 7, 2015 Reply

I remember when Wheel of Fortune first came on! Now I am showing my age. I still love it!
TrippyCusp93 January 6, 2015 Reply

I can’t believe Wheel of Fortune has been around so long….that show is a classic and a staple in my Grandparents household. They watch it almost every day! I love solving the puzzles too 🙂 It’s always nice to watch people win some money!!