Nursing Assistant Wins Car on 'The Price Is Right' Hole-In-One

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A nursing assistant from Santa Barbara, California named Karen Gonzalez won a 2025 Kia K4 LX worth $23,165 on a Hole-In-One game during an episode of the long-running game show 'The Price Is Right'. Gonzalez had to correctly price a series of grocery items from least to most expensive, and then sank the ball on the first try to claim the car prize, leading to an exuberant celebration that surprised host Drew Carey.

Why it matters

Hole-In-One is one of the most exciting and dramatic games on 'The Price Is Right', as contestants have a chance to win a new car by sinking a putt on the first try. Gonzalez's victory and enthusiastic reaction highlights the thrill and unpredictability that keeps viewers engaged with the classic game show.

The details

Gonzalez, a nursing assistant, bid $1,650 on a washer and dryer set, which was the closest bid to the actual $1,678 price. This allowed her to advance to the Hole-In-One game, where she had to correctly price six grocery items from least to most expensive. After getting the prices right, Gonzalez sank the putt on the first try to win the Kia K4 LX. Her wild celebration, including jumping, screaming, and high-fiving host Drew Carey, shocked the audience and host.

• Gonzalez won the car during the January 30, 2026 episode of 'The Price Is Right'.

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What’s next

Gonzalez advanced to the Showcase Showdown round, where she bid $25,000 on a package including a 2025 Kia Soul LX and a trip to Mexico, but ultimately lost to her opponent Sydney.