‘Wheel of Fortune’ Contestant Loses $83,000 Despite Solving Puzzle
Anastasia Armitage showcased her impressive puzzle-solving skills as a contestant on the popular game show, Wheel of Fortune. Despite her rapid success throughout the episode, she faced challenges in the Bonus Round.
Contestant Overview
Armitage, hailing from Chicago, Illinois, competed against Tony Ambrose, a teacher from Rochester, New York, and Kym Adams, a former motorcycle rider from Houston, Texas. During the episode aired on October 27, as part of the “Happy Halloween” week, Armitage initially trailed behind her opponents.
Noteworthy Performance
Armitage quickly gained momentum. Her captivating performance included solving the Same Letter puzzle, earning her a trip to Salem valued at $7,020. She continued her winning streak in the Mystery Round with the Pet Peeve puzzle, bringing her total to $14,820.
Key Puzzles Solved
- Express Round: Solved the What The Fun! puzzle, winning another trip to London.
- Triple Toss-Up Round:
- “Be Prepared”
- “Be Persistent”
- “Be Afraid Be Every Afraid”
- Speed-Up Round: Correctly answered “Chain Saws And Lawn Mowers.”
By the end of the episode, Armitage secured a total of $38,324.
Bonus Round Challenge
Entering the Bonus Round, Armitage chose the “People” category, with the letters “B, D, P, and A” highlighted. The two-word puzzle read “_ _ _ A L / _ P P _ N E N T S.” Although she quickly identified the second word as “Opponents,” she struggled with the first word. Her incorrect guesses included “Coral,” “Moral,” and “Jural.” When the timer expired, host Ryan Seacrest revealed that Armitage missed out on an additional $45,000.
Public Reaction
Despite the Bonus Round setback, fans expressed their admiration for Armitage’s performance on social media. Many praised her exceptional puzzle-solving abilities.
Viewer Comments
- “I need her puzzle-solving abilities!”
- “Impressive solves!
” - “Great puzzle solver! Well done!”
- “Be proud, Anastasia! You had a great game!”
After the show, Armitage reflected on her experience, expressing gratitude for the opportunity. Despite falling short in the Bonus Round, she left with significant winnings and a memorable experience on Wheel of Fortune.
