Drew Carey reveals Price Is Right contract status and future on show after Pat Sajak retires from Wheel of Fortune
THE Price Is Right host Drew Carey has revealed where his future stands with the famous game show.
Since the news of Wheel of Fortune host Pat Sajak’s retirement, Drew, 66, has become the longest-serving host of a game show currently airing.
7
The Price Is Right host Drew Carey revealed where he stands on his contract with CBSCredit: Getty
7
The news comes shortly after Wheel of Fortune’s Pat Sajak hosted his final show on June 12Credit: Getty
In a new interview, Drew Carey discussed if he was ready to retire from the popular game showCredit: Getty
In a new interview, the host of The Price Is Right since 2007 gave an update on his contract with CBS.
While speaking with TV Insider, Drew discussed the major hosting milestone, shocking show moments, and whether he would ever retire.
“I just show up and punch the clock and hope I have a job every day,” he said.
“I do have a goal: I want to keep going until I die. This is my 18th season. I’ve got to get the 35 and 41 so I can catch Bob Barker and Pat Sajak.”
Bob Barker was the host of The Price Is Right from September 4, 1972, until June 15, 2007.
‘A GREAT PART OF MY DAY’
“The longest I’d been on TV was The Drew Carey Show, nine years. Once I hit 10 years here, I was like, ‘Wow, that’s the longest I’ve ever had a job in my life,” Drew continued.
“It’s such just a great part of my day, my year, my life. I can’t imagine giving it up.’
“I don’t like CBS to know that, but it’s going to be a few years ’til my next contract negotiation. So maybe forget I said this.
“I can quit anytime I want!”
In a Reddit forum dedicated to The Price Is Right, fans discussed Drew’s vow to host as long as he could.
The Price is Right show fakery revealed from green screen game setup to how contestants really get chosen to play
“I’m ok with this. I didn’t think anyone could fill Bob’s shoes. But Drew has been wonderful,” one wrote.
“He brings so much light and love to the show!!” a second shared.
“He’s the perfect host. You can tell he really enjoys the games and meeting people,” someone else said.
“I remember thinking in 2007 that I’d never watch it without Bob. I’ve grown to love Drew as he’s grown into the role. Happy to see him keep going!” a fourth pointed out.
The Price is Right Hosts
The Price is Right first came on TV in 1972. Fans fell in love with the game show so much that it has been on for over 50 years. Throughout that time, the show has had a few different hosts. Find out who they are below.
Bob Barker – 1972 to June 2007 (also became executive producer in 1988)
Drew Carey – October 2007 to present
Dennis James – filled in for Bob in 1974 when he missed four episodes, also hosted the nighttime version
Craig Ferguson – 2014 April Fools Day Special
WHEEL’S NEXT CHAPTER
Wheel of Fortune is about to do what The Price Is Right did in 2007 where they say goodbye to a beloved host and hello to a new one.
Last June, Pat revealed that he was stepping down from his hosting position after 40 years.
“Well, the time has come. I’ve decided that our 41st season, which begins in September, will be my last,” he wrote in a statement.
“It’s been a wonderful ride, and I’ll have more to say in the coming months. Many thanks to you all.”
7
‘I do have a goal: I want to keep going until I die,’ Drew saidCredit: instagram/therealpriceisright
His final episode aired on June 12, 2024.
On June 27, 2023, it was revealed that American Idol host Ryan Seacrest, 49, would take Pat’s place as host.
In an Instagram post, he said, “I’m truly humbled to be stepping into the footsteps of the legendary Pat Sajak.
“I can say, along with the rest of America, that it’s been a privilege and pure joy to watch Pat and Vanna on our television screens for an unprecedented 40 years, making us smile every night and feel right at home with them.”
Ryan ended his statement by sharing his excitement for his new journey.
7
In 2007, Drew Carey replaced OG host Bob BarkerCredit: Getty
7
Wheel of Fortune recently said goodbye to Pat SajakCredit: Wheel of Fortune
7
Last June, it was revealed that Ryan Seacrest would be the host and Vanna White would continue her roll as letter revealerCredit: Wheel of Fortune
