Vanna White Recalls Hilarious 'Wheel of Fortune' Dress Blunder

The longtime host shares a funny on-set moment involving a stuck Christmas gift.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 1:06am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a shimmering, sequined fabric in dramatic studio lighting, capturing the high-fashion elegance of Vanna White's iconic Wheel of Fortune dresses.A close-up of the luxurious, sparkling fabric of one of Vanna White's custom-designed Wheel of Fortune dresses, a testament to the show's enduring style and glamour.Los Angeles Today

Vanna White, the longtime co-host of the game show Wheel of Fortune, fondly remembers a ridiculous on-air blunder from a Christmas episode where a gift got stuck to her dress as she walked across the stage, leading to hysterical laughter from her co-host Pat Sajak. White also discusses her partnership with the Make-A-Wish Foundation and some of the unique Wheel of Fortune memorabilia being auctioned off for charity.

Why it matters

Wheel of Fortune is one of the longest-running and most iconic game shows on television, and Vanna White has been an integral part of the show's success for over four decades. Her recollection of this amusing on-air mishap provides a rare behind-the-scenes look at the human moments that can occur even on a highly polished production. The show's partnership with Make-A-Wish also highlights its commitment to giving back to the community.

The details

During a Christmas episode of Wheel of Fortune, Vanna White was walking across the stage when a gift that was placed by her feet at the end of the puzzle board got stuck to her dress. White was unaware of the issue until her co-host Pat Sajak started laughing hysterically. It took several moments before White realized what was happening, with the gift trailing behind her as she moved. White believes the gift was wrapped with a large bow that got caught on something, leading to the comical blunder.

  • The incident occurred during a Christmas episode of Wheel of Fortune.

The players

Vanna White

The longtime co-host of Wheel of Fortune, who has been with the show for 44 years.

Pat Sajak

The host of Wheel of Fortune, who was laughing hysterically at the dress blunder.

Bob Mackie

The iconic fashion designer who custom-designed a dress for Vanna White that is being auctioned off for charity.

Ryan Seacrest

The current host of Wheel of Fortune, whose signed Wheel wedge is being auctioned off.

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What they’re saying

“I remember, and this did make it on the show. It was a Christmas show when they had the Christmas gifts by my feet at the end of the puzzle board.”

— Vanna White, Wheel of Fortune Co-Host

“For some reason, one of the gifts got stuck to my dress. So I'm walking back and forth and I have this gift following me. And Pat Sajak is just laughing hysterically and I have no idea what he's laughing at.”

— Vanna White, Wheel of Fortune Co-Host

“I didn't know until the end of the round. It was hysterical!”

— Vanna White, Wheel of Fortune Co-Host

What’s next

The Wheel of Fortune WishMaker Auction featuring Vanna White's memorabilia and other items is currently underway, with proceeds benefiting the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

The takeaway

Vanna White's recollection of this amusing on-air blunder showcases the human moments that can occur even on a highly polished production like Wheel of Fortune, while the show's partnership with Make-A-Wish highlights its commitment to giving back to the community and granting wishes for those in need.