A new season of “Celebrity Wheel of Fortune” will air in the fall of 2026, but for those who can’t wait to watch stars spin the wheel for charity and gab with “Wheel of Fortune” and “American Idol” host Ryan Seacrest, there’s good news.
On May 22, 2026, Disney announced that 10 new episodes of the star-studded game show spinoff will premiere this summer. However, instead of airing on ABC, they’ll stream exclusively via Hulu and Disney+. Here’s everything we know about the new season…
Here’s Who’s Competing on the New Season of ‘Celebrity Wheel of Fortune’
According to a press release, the “Celebrity Wheel of Fortune” episodes will begin streaming on June 12, starring Seacrest and longtime WOF co-host Vanna White. The duo also announced the news via social media.
As usual, each episode will feature three stars spinning the wheel and solving puzzles for the chance to win up to $1 million for the charity of their choice. Here are the 10 trios slated to compete:
- World Series-winning Los Angeles Dodgers players Freddie Freeman, Kiké Hernández and Miguel Rojas
- Actor Michael Urie, actress and comedian Yvone Orji, & actor and comedian Hasan Minhaj
- Actress Sarah Chalke, actor and comedian Nat Faxon, & actor and comedian Joel Kim Booster
- A “New Girl” cast reunion featuring actress Hannah Simone, actor Lamorne Morris, & actor Jake Johnson
- Actress Andrea Savage, actor Brian Austin Green, & Pittsburgh Steelers defensive tackle Cameron Heyward
- Actress Jamie Lynn Sigler, actor Dan Bucatinsky, & WWE Hall of Famer Nikki Bella
- Actress and “Love is Blind” host Vanessa Lachey, actor and writer Adam Conover, & actor Simon Rex
- Actress Kelly McCreary, actor Billy Gardell, & actress Mary Elizabeth Ellis
- Chef and television host Kristen Kish, rapper and chef Action Bronson, and Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Rashid Shaheed
- “American Idol” 2007 winner Jordin Sparks, writer and actor Scott Auckerman, & actor and comedian Brett Gelman
According to Deadline, the 10 episodes will also air on ABC at some point, but no timing was given.
‘Wheel of Fortune’ Just Wrapped Season with Celebratory Lunch
Seacrest took over for Sajak on “Celebrity Wheel of Fortune” in September 2025, which was the sixth season of the star-studded spinoff.
Meanwhile, the regular version of “Wheel of Fortune” just wrapped its whopping 43rd season. It was Seacrest’s second season as host since he took over for Pat Sajak in 2024.
In the post above from May 21, Seacrest shared behind-the-scenes videos of a wrap day lunch he threw for the crew, bringing food trucks onto the lot to deliver authentic Mexican food and shaved ice desserts. They even had a mariachi band there to perform.
Members of the crew shared their gratitude to Seacrest in the comment section, including camera operator Ray Reynolds, who wrote, “Thank you for everything! ❤️❤️❤️”
On-set hairstylist Renee Ferruggia wrote, “Thank you, Ryan for everything you’re the best❤️”
Even several contestants chimed in, including one who wrote, “I had a blast with you all as a Season 43 contestant!!! Thank you and your AMAZING crew!! 🔥❤️👏🏾”
“Wheel of Fortune” was renewed for two more seasons in March, according to TV Insider, with season 44 set to premeire on September 14.
