‘Wheel of Fortune’ Fans Blast Show for Spoiling Episode With Massive Editing Error
Wheel of Fortune viewers spotted a massive editing error during Friday’s (February 7) game, which spoiled the episode and gave away who won it in advance.
During the episode’s trip montage, there was a clip of contestant Nekeia Borders spinning the final prize wheel. This came as a huge shock as, at that point in the episode, Borders was far behind her two opponents with just $2,000, meaning the show had just spoiled a riveting comeback victory.
“During the trip montage they showed the winner spinning the final wheel. That happened right?” asked a viewer on Reddit, making sure they weren’t just seeing things.
Others confirmed the mistake, with one commenter replying, “Yep, and it was a huge spoiler since she in last place when it was shown.”
Nice editing!! Come on. Do better than this. pic.twitter.com/eQUSZfnMyY
— Fake Al Secord (@Not_Al_Secord) February 8, 2025
“While the announcer was discussing the prize round’s trip to Spain, the montage showed a small clip of the eventual winner spinning the wheel! It was even more of a shock considering how behind they were from the other two contestants at that point,” explained another.
“Yes! What the hell!” said another.
Another added, “Literally came here to see if anyone else noticed!! I’m so annoyed.”
“I saw it too. Said to my husband that that woman was going to win somehow. Then they hit that $5,000 space and she started racking up money. And there it went. Couldn’t believe they showed her spinning in the final,” another shared.
“Yes!!! I told my husband that. I said, “Wait, I think the gal in the middle is going to make it to the bonus round?? They just showed her.” That was so weird and lame,” added one commenter.
“After we saw the spoiler and knowing how far down she was at that point, my wife guessed that the final puzzle spin had to land on $5k. Sure enough,” wrote another.
One X user added, “Nice editing!! Come on. Do better than this,” alongside a screenshot of the moment in question.
As expected, Borders went on to win the episode after a stunning comeback in the final Speedup round, though she failed to figure out the Bonus Round puzzle and missed out on the $100,000 grand prize.
Did you spot this mistake? What did you think of Friday’s episode? Let us know in the comments section below.
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Guess I dont watch that closely. I only watch the actual GAME and the ending prize puzzle. Much ado about nothing.
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Saw it. Ooops! Sat back and enjoyed the rest of the show. Not a big thing 😁
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I think Ryan seacrest is doing a wonderful job for those viewers who think different stop watching the show stop being so picky I never watched the show with Pat sajak I didn't care for the way he did the show but I do enjoy watching the show with Ryan he makes it fun he makes it interesting and the contestants like him.
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I agree they need to just stop watching the show if they don’t enjoy it . It’s a game to enjoy not criticize.
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If all you do is find fault with things don't watch the show. Must be hard to have friends when you point out things you think should be your way instead of just enjoying life.
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Beautiful day at the beach. Watching the breakers gently lap up on the sand as I sip my coffee and reflect on how blessed I am.
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Yes. Caught it immediately
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jiler46
I quit watching the show years ago because my son walked into the room. Took one look at the empty board and saw that it was a person and said" Jack Nicholson" and he was right.! I figured nobody could do any better than that so I quit watching.
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I saw that too and wasn't too happy. It definitely spoiled it. I hope they'll be more careful next time.
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I saw this, spoiler alert!
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I LOVED IT!! I caught the snippet showing that contestant spinning the wheel at the end. It intrigued me to scrutinize the rest of the show because she was Nowhere in the running to win. I wanted to find out how she could end of winning. It kept my interest..They should do this more often when the underdog ends up Winning like this!!!
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GET OVER IT!!!! WHAT A BUNCH OF LITTLE CRY BABIES!!!! GUESS WHAT? LIFE GOES ON AND THE SHOW CONTINUES!! ONE MORE OBSERVATION FROM ME..." GET A LIFE AND ENJOY YOUR LIFE, BE POSITIVE."
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Has anyone noticed lately that the prize money is always $40,000. I think they should reveal all the prize amounts afterwards to make sure they are actually giving more than just the $40,000. I actually believe they're giving away $100,000 but you never see anything anymore except $40, 000.
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The biggest mistake on that show is letting Ryan Seacrest host it
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Yes I saw the too early edit of lady winning
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Wow some of yall take this way too seriously…
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A real pain, not a good thing.
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Yes I spotted it to on Friday
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I caught it. It just made the games fun in a different way!
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I thought it was her, but I thought she had on a different top.
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Who cares people. Get a life! There are way more important things in life to be concerned about. Geez!!!
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I think get a grip! Everybody makes mistakes - unless maybe you complainers are perfect. And, doesn’t Ryan have judges that tell him if an answer is acceptable or not?
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Yes I noticed it. I saw that she was in last place and then I saw that clip and I was like, did I just see her spinning the wheel???? Sure enough, I saw she won!!!
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I think people should stop criticizing the show. Ever since Ryan came they have been brutal only because they want Pat back. It’s just ridiculous to just look for anything to complain about.
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We all make mistakes. I saw it but my husband didn't. I was just sad she didn't win the $100,000.
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I noticed it and even told my husband, watch someone is going land on the 5,000. Haha.
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As far as I’m concerned, Ryan seacrest needs to be REPLACED!!! IMMEDIATELY!!! He’s into so many different things, he’s into enough stuff! Get somebody else to host the show instead! And find someone else FAST!!!!!
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I enjoy the show but cannot STAND him being the host. Get someone else in to host the show! PLEEEEEASE!!!!!!
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Grow up people
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It is the 1st Blooper that I have seen in real time.
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None of the game shows.are as good as they use to be to many feelings involved any more it's a game any money at all is great even only $40,000.
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I don’t give it that much thought. It’s a game show on tv no big deal to me
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First time for every thing!
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I did not see this spoiler mistake.
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Love Ryan. A ray of sunshine. You can use that saying if you like. Keep up the good work Ryan. I love the way Ryan interacts with the contestants.
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