LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: 'Wheel of Fortune' host Pat Sajak announced he will be stepping away from the show that made him famous on Monday, June 12, after 41 seasons. "Well, the time has come. I've decided that our 41st season, which begins in September, will be my last. It’s been a wonderful ride, and I’ll have more to say in the coming months. Many thanks to you all," he wrote in a tweet.
The esteemed host of the long-running game show has been married to his wife, Lesly Brown, for more than 30 years. However, he was married to someone else before her. He first got married in 1979 and the marriage stayed afloat for seven years before it ended.
Who was Pat Sajak's first wife?
Sajak married his first wife, Sherrill, in 1979. The initial stages of their union held promise as they embarked on their journey together. However, despite their shared history, the couple did not have any children together, and their marriage ultimately ended in 1986.
Sajak and Sherrill's story takes an intriguing twist when it comes to their family dynamics. Despite not having any children together, Sajak made the heartfelt decision to adopt Sherrill's son from a previous relationship, solidifying their bond as a family. His journey to becoming the beloved host of the widely popular game show began during his marriage to Sherrill, adding a significant aspect to their shared history.
In 1981, five years before his divorce, Sajak achieved recognition and became a familiar face in television, solidifying his status as a household name. Prior to his successful stint as a TV host, he explored various avenues in the media industry, including presenting on radio and TV, honing his skills and building his reputation.
Pat Sajak refused to move on after his divorce
Following his divorce from Sherrill, Sajak made it clear that he had no intention of getting married again. True to his word, he remained committed to his decision for a significant period of time. However, destiny had something else in store for him, as love unexpectedly entered his life once more. Two years after his divorce, Sajak found himself in a California sports bar, where he encountered Brown, a former Playboy model who was 19 younger.
Where is Sherrill Sajak now?
Sherrill has chosen to maintain a low profile and keeps details about her life private. As the ex-wife of the renowned TV personality, she has managed to remain out of the public eye. There is little to no information available about her after the divorce.
