Pat Sajak Reveals Terrifying Health Scare That Left Him Fearing Death
Beloved Wheel of Fortune host Pat Sajak once opened up about a frightening medical emergency that nearly cost him his life.
In November 2019, Sajak experienced unbearable stomach pain shortly after a morning walk with his daughter. Doctors discovered a blocked intestine requiring immediate emergency surgery.
During a December 2019 interview with Good Morning America, Sajak recalled how powerful pain medication caused strange visions and made him believe he was dying.
He could hear his wife and daughter speaking nearby but felt strangely disconnected from reality.
Thankfully, the surgery was successful, and doctors found no underlying cause for the blockage.
Sajak recovered and returned to hosting, joking that longtime co-host Vanna White might enjoy replacing him.
After more than four decades entertaining millions, Sajak eventually retired from Wheel of Fortune in June 2024, leaving behind an unforgettable television legacy.
