Note: we are republishing this story which originally made the news in March 2016.

Wheel of Fortune, America’s cherished game show, graces our screens every weekday evening, providing an unparalleled dose of entertainment.

The sheer joy of witnessing participants amass wealth and leave with more than their initial expectations is delightful. However, the pinnacle of excitement is reached when someone cracks the elusive bonus round puzzle, securing a substantial prize.

Shawn’s prowess in the preceding rounds had already marked him as a formidable contender. As the moment arrived for Shawn to tackle the bonus round, hosts Pat Sajak and Vanna White radiated optimism, believing Shawn had the mettle to seize the grand prize.

The bonus puzzle featured two words, totaling ten letters, with Shawn opting for the category “Person.” The board had already revealed the most popular letters – R, S, T, L, N, and E. Shawn was granted the opportunity to select three more consonants and a vowel.