How can I audition to be a contestant on Wheel of Fortune?

One way to get a chance to audition is to attend a Wheelmobile event. To find out if a Wheelmobile event is coming to your city, sign up for the WheelWire newsletter at Wheeloffortune.com.

What happens if I have been selected to attend a final contestant audition after attending a Wheelmobile Event?

At the final contestant audition, about 70 possible contestants recreate a miniature version of Wheel of Fortune with puzzles, a miniature wheel and a staff of contestant coordinators. Next, each person takes a five minute written test. The test consists of 16 puzzles and the auditioners attempt to fill in the missing letters. Contestant coordinators collect the tests and decide who they wish to keep for further selection based on the general impression of each person as a Wheel of Fortune player, his or her test scores and an overall cross section of the population.

Those selected to remain in the room continue to play the game and those selected to be on the show are notified by mail. The audition process lasts about 2 to 3 hours.

What makes a great Wheel of Fortune contestant?

Many factors go into choosing a Wheel of Fortune contestant. Contestant coordinators look for players who are at ease, fun and good game players. It’s important that the game moves along as quickly as possible, that players are decisive in calling out their letters – in a loud voice – and in choosing their game strategy – whether to spin, buy a vowel or solve the puzzle. Coordinators want contestants to call logical letters – good game players seem to strike a good balance between calling consonants and buying vowels. Contestants who play with energy, poise and a sense of humor tend to do better on the show.

How long does it take to receive cash and prizes?

Contestants receive their cash and/or prizes within 120 days after the airdate of the show.

If selected as a contestant, how long will it take to actually appear on the show?

Contestants have 18 months to make an appearance on the show. Sometimes a contestant will be on in a few weeks or months after his or her selection, although it could take more than a year.

– Information compiled from www.wheeloffortune.com