It’s not every day you see Ryan Seacrest busting out breakdancing moves on live TV, but that’s exactly what happened during a recent episode of Wheel of Fortune. The charismatic host, now 50, admitted that his body wasn’t exactly thrilled with the impromptu performance. Let’s dive into the story behind this unexpected moment and hear what Ryan had to say about it.
Spontaneous Moves on the Wheel Stage
In a recent clip shared on Wheel of Fortune’s Instagram page, Ryan recalls the moment he decided to let loose and showcase some unexpected breakdancing skills. Now, this wasn’t your typical office breakroom dance-off. This was the bright lights of primetime television, and Ryan wasn’t holding back. “Embarrassingly, a few weeks ago, a while back, I showed off my breakdancing lack of skills,” Ryan joked to his longtime co-host, Vanna White, in the video.
The clip then rolls, showing Ryan spinning on the floor, twisting, and turning like a true professional—or at least trying to be one. The audience erupted in applause as Ryan pulled off an impressive spin on his behind, leaving many gasping in awe. It was a moment that reminded everyone watching that even the most polished TV personalities can let loose and have fun.
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Fans Worry About Ryan’s Health
After the segment aired, fans couldn’t help but notice that Ryan’s moves might have come with a price. One fan took to social media to ask if Ryan had to “take a couple of aspirins after that move.” Ryan, always the gentleman, responded with a laugh: “I think it was more than a couple, and I’m still feeling the pain right now. But thank you for your concern and asking.”
Vanna, ever the supportive co-host, gave Ryan a pat on the shoulder as he thanked fans for their concern. It’s moments like these that remind us why Ryan and Vanna have become such beloved figures in the world of game shows.
Keeping Aspirin on Set
The caption of the Instagram post poked fun at Ryan’s antics, saying, “Thanks to this honestly unscripted moment, we now keep aspirin on set! #breakdancing #WheelOfFortune.” It’s a lighthearted reminder that even the most polished TV shows can have moments of spontaneity and fun.
Fans were absolutely loving seeing this playful side of Ryan on the show, praising him for letting loose. “He did pretty good for a 50-year-young man! Give him credit for having a great attitude,” one person commented underneath the video on Instagram. Another fan chimed in, saying, “I don’t believe there’s anything he can’t do. Just glad he was able to get up. Bless it.”
Another Incident on Set
Ryan’s comments on the dancing segment came just a few weeks after he was knocked to the ground while celebrating with a contestant on Wheel of Fortune. When contestant Daniel Thomas correctly guessed the phrase in the bonus round, Ryan pulled him in for a celebratory hug, adding $40,000 more to his prize pot. As they jumped up and down in excitement, Ryan lost his footing and crashed to the floor. But being the trooper he is, Ryan quickly got back up, reassuring everyone that he was fine.
“Daniel, easy on our host but celebrate with $40,000,” the Wheel of Fortune announcer joked after the incident. Ryan then quipped that Vanna might “have to take over” the show as he playfully winced in pain.
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Pressure to Keep Ratings High
While it seems to be all fun and games on Wheel of Fortune, insiders told Closer that Ryan was “under pressure” to keep the ratings up. “Ryan’s under enormous pressure from day one to deliver on the massive salary they’re paying him, not to mention the huge money they invested by giving Vanna her big raise. If the ratings don’t come back up, Ryan will be the one they blame, no question about it,” an insider revealed in August 2024.
Despite the pressure, Ryan has been doing an incredible job of keeping Pat Sajak’s legacy alive. In fact, during his September 2024 debut, the show brought in its largest premiere week audience in five years.
