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A long time ago (actually, almost thirty years ago) in an NBC Studio about a few miles away from
here, "Wheel of Fortune" began its life, but NOT with Pat Sajak and Vanna White. No siree, there was
a different team at the helm. CHUCK WOOLERY and SUSAN STAFFORD. This page is dedicated their lost,
forgotten work in hopes of reviving awareness of this great pair's work on America's #1 game show.
 
LEFT PICTURE: Chuck Woolery and Susan Stafford, The Original "Wheel" Team!
RIGHT PICTURE: Pat Sajak and Susan Stafford (1982)
THE STARS - Here's some background info on the original stars of
"Wheel of Fortune": Chuck Woolery and Susan Stafford. Find out what they did before "Wheel," why they
made "Wheel" special, and a little bit about what they're up to now! Plus, you'll get their memorable
quirks and quotes with links to the Chuck-isms and Susan-isms sections.
PRIZES!!! - "You've got about $129 left. Would you like use that
to buy the metallic fish sculpture? Now, you've got $23 left. We can put that on account or on a Tiffany
gift certificate." Yes, what would classic "Wheel" be without those shopping sprees! Find out more
about them here!
SPEED-UP ROUND - Time's running out so Chuck has to give the
"Wheel" a final spin. Re-live the excitement of Chuck and Susan-era speed-up "Wheel" by visiting this
section!
THE SET, THEME, AND OTHER TECHNICAL TIDBITS - The set was slightly
different back when Chuck and Susan were at the helm. Find out how it was different. Also, take a
listen to the neat original bongo-fied original "Wheel of Fortune" theme composed by Alan Thicke.
Special Thanks to the Following For Their Help Inspiration:
- Brad Francini
- David Hammett
- Curt Alliaume
- Jeff Amdur
- Charles Blaquiere
- John Brocato
- Nick DiCeglie
- Chuck Donegan
- Lee Hubbard
- Chris Lambert!
- Dave Mackey
- Eric Paddon
- Mike Slesinski
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