Daily Time Capsule

On This Day: February 20, 1989 - Charlie O'Donnell Returned as the Announcer of Wheel of Fortune After a 9-Year Absence

Hey!

Welcome to We love the Eighties Community!

Thanks for visiting our 80s paradise. At We Love the Eighties we celebrate everything that made the 1980s unforgettable, from classic music and blockbuster movies to retro TV shows, vintage video games, pop culture icons, and bold fashion trends. Take a trip down memory lane with our Retro Rewind flashbacks, join in on nostalgic forum discussions, and share your favorite memories from the greatest decade ever. Guests can browse a few threads, but full access requires registration. Ready to relive the magic of the 80s? Sign up today and become part of our passionate eighties community.
Register Log in

Overview Discussion

Pete

Pete

Mr. Eighties
Joined
Apr 29, 2023
Messages
12,398
Reaction score
518
Pete has published a news story:

On This Day: February 20, 1989 - Charlie O'Donnell Returned as the Announcer of Wheel of Fortune After a 9-Year Absence.

On February 20, 1989, legendary announcer Charlie O'Donnell made his grand return to Wheel of Fortune after a nine-year absence. O'Donnell was the original voice of the show when it premiered in 1975, but he left in 1980 to pursue other announcing opportunities. His return in 1989 brought back a familiar and beloved presence to the iconic game show.

O'Donnell’s deep, smooth voice became a staple of Wheel of Fortune, introducing hosts Pat Sajak and Vanna White with his signature enthusiasm...
Click to expand...

Read the full story here...
 
Back
Top