Eric White of Santa Monica will be a contestant on "Wheel of Fortune" on Friday, April 17. He is a real estate agent who enjoys table tennis and paintball in his free time.
White hopes to use his winnings to travel the world. A huge fan of "Wheel," he has been watching every day for the past 7 years. White applied to be a contestant online.
White will be competing during "Wheel Loves NY" week. This week, "Wheel of Fortune" celebrates New York City by giving contestants a chance to win trips and cash prizes and experience fun moments with Pat and Vanna. Home viewers will also have a chance to win $5,000 in cash prizes every day.
"Wheel of Fortune" airs weeknights on KABC-TV at 7:30 p.m.