Wheel of Fortune Icon Announces Marriage to John Donaldson
“Wheel of Fortune” icon Vanna White announced Wednesday that she has married longtime partner John Donaldson in a private ceremony, surprising fans with the unexpected news shared across social media.
White posted the announcement on Instagram and Facebook with a photo from her wedding day, captioning the post simply: “Surprise! We got married!” The couple has been together for more than a decade, having first met in 2012, before quietly making their relationship official.
A Relationship Plot Twist
The announcement marks a significant shift in White’s perspective on marriage. In an October 2023 interview with PEOPLE magazine, the television personality stated she felt comfortable in her relationship and didn’t see the necessity of getting married. “Guess comfort turned into commitment,” as one outlet noted following the reveal.
John Donaldson, a real estate developer, was photographed lifting his bride as the couple celebrated their nuptials. White shared multiple photos spanning their years together alongside her wedding portrait in a white dress.
Congratulations From Her Wheel of Fortune Family
The announcement has drawn widespread congratulations from friends and family, including Maggie Sajak, daughter of longtime “Wheel of Fortune” host Pat Sajak, who commented on the post.
White has served as co-host on ABC’s “Wheel of Fortune” since 1982, initially alongside Sajak until his retirement in 2024. She now shares hosting duties with Ryan Seacrest on the popular game show.
