Pat Sajak Rushed Into Emergency Surgery

LAS VEGAS, NV. (THECOUNT) — Wheel of Fortune host Pat Sajak, 73, has undergone emergency surgery for a blocked intestine, the show’s reps reported Friday.

While the longtime host is expected to be fine, Thursday’s taping of the show, which is now in its 37th season, was canceled.

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“The Wheel of Fortune taping on Thursday was canceled because host Pat Sajak underwent successful emergency surgery to correct a blocked intestine,” the show posted to its social media channels. “He is resting comfortably and looking forward to getting back to work. Taping resumed today as scheduled, and Vanna White has stepped in a host,” reports people.

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