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Who was the first host of "Wheel of Fortune?"

Who was the first host of "Wheel of Fortune?"
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As Ryan Seacrest takes the helm for Season 42 of "Wheel of Fortune," he's stepping into some legendary shoes. Pat Sajak's retirement after four decades marked the end of an era that defined game show history. But before Ryan, before Pat's 40-year reign, there was another host who first asked contestants if they'd like to buy a vowel. So who originally stood by that famous wheel back in 1975?

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