Wheel of Fortune fans break down in tears as Vanna White reveals devastating death during ’emotional’ tribute’ on show
WHEEL of Fortune fans broke down in tears tonight after Vanna White revealed news of a sad death.
Viewers were touched by the “emotional tribute” that followed.
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Vanna White had some sad news for Wheel of Fortune viewers tonight
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She revealed that her cat, Stella, had passed awayCredit: ABC
At the end of tonight’s episode, Vanna revealed that her cat, Stella, had passed away.
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She described her as a “member of the family,” before the show aired a touching tribute to the recently passed pet.
Emotional music played as Wheel of Fortune viewers were shown photos and videos of Stella at home with Vanna and her family.
“I’m so sorry about that” added host Pat Sajak, as he consoled Vanna while she looked on the edge of tears.
Fans on social media flocked to share their condolences and express their sadness for Vanna’s loss.
One fan tagged Vanna and shared: “I want you to know we are so sorry. Show tribute was so touching. Kudos!”
Another wrote: “Dammit, Wheel of Fortune making me get all weepy about Vanna’s cat Stella!”
A third shared: “Just over here with tears watching Wheel of Fortune. A lovely tribute to Vanna White’s kitty Stella.”
Vanna is a huge cat lover and has kept her followers on social media updated with pictures of Stella over the years.
The tribute certainly pulled at the heartstrings of viewers who have also lost pets recently.
One fan on Twitter sympathized: “Watching Wheel Of Fortune and crying because poor Vanna lost her cat Stella, and she looked like our Stella. I’m just so sad.”
Another shared: “I Lost my Lily last month and there’s a permanent hole in my heart. It looks like Stella had a fantastic life with you.”
‘WITH GREAT SADNESS’
The heart-wrenching news comes just weeks after the TV legend also announced that her dad had passed away.
Vanna confirmed via social media that her dad, Herbert White Jr. had died at the age of 96.
The longtime television personality shared a recent picture of them together and wrote: “It is with great sadness that I tell you my 96-year-old dad passed away peacefully this morning.
“He lived a full and happy life and will be remembered as one of the kindest and most wonderful human beings of North Myrtle Beach.”
She concluded: “I love you so much, dad. RIP.”
People were quick to react in the comments section as one person wrote: “So sorry, Vanna. I’m sure you will miss him but God has a new angel and I’m sure he will be watching guard over you.
“Prayers for you and your family.”
Another added: “Sending my deepest condolences and prayers for you and your family. May your memories keep him close in your hearts.”
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Vanna revealed earlier this month that her dad had passed away aged 96Credit: Instagram / Vanna White
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Wheel of Fortune’s tribute to Stella also showed some of her naughtiest momentsCredit: ABC
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Vanna clearly had a close relationship with her feline friendCredit: Instagram
