On a recent Wheel of Fortune episode, contestant Will Jordan went viral after guessing “Treat yourself a round of sausage” instead of the correct answer, “Give yourself a round of applause.” The phrase was missing just a few letters, but Jordan’s unexpected answer left the audience and host Ryan Seacrest in shock, sparking laughter both in the studio and online. The moment quickly circulated on social media, with many users labeling it “one of the worst guesses in gameshow history.”
Jordan took the slip-up in stride, humorously admitting that the excitement of the show and the bright lights caused him to blank out. He joked that if former host Pat Sajak was watching from retirement with a beer in hand, his blunder might have brought him some laughs. Host Seacrest even told Jordan that his answer sounded “better than just clapping.”
Despite the mix-up, Jordan didn’t leave empty-handed; he earned $8,000, finishing third. Fellow contestant Kitina Thomas secured $10,500, while winner Chantel Toran took home $13,000. The clip has amassed thousands of views on social media, with fans split between finding the moment hilarious and sympathizing with Jordan’s stage nerves.
This moment adds to Wheel of Fortune’s legacy of unforgettable contestant answers, joining a list of iconic game show moments that highlight the fun and unpredictability of live television.
