‘Wheel of Fortune’ fans comfort Pat Sajak after dog’s death revealed on air

“Wheel of Fortune” host Pat Sajak is receiving a heartwarming show of support from fans after announcing on air that his beloved dog of 12 years passed away.

“We recently had to say goodbye to Stella,” announced a crestfallen Sajak, 74, ending Monday night’s broadcast on a melancholy note. “It was a very sad time for the Sajak family.” Sajak, 74, concluded the episode by showing several photos of his deceased pooch during “happier days,” prompting an outpouring of “awwws” from the studio audience.