Ryan Seacrest targeted for ‘annoying’ habit as fans say he’s ‘trying too hard’ on WoF

Ryan Seacrest has been targeted for an “annoying” habit with fans saying that he’s “trying too hard to seem relaxed” on the Wheel of Fortune.

Ryan Seacrest’s debut as the new host of Wheel of Fortune has drawn mixed reactions from viewers, with some criticizing a particular habit during his third episode.

Fans noticed Seacrest, who recently made his debut on WOF, frequently keeping his hands in his suit pockets while interviewing contestants and throughout the game, following the show’s ratings going up.

Some viewers expressed their concerns on social media, following former host, Pat Sajack’s retirement.

“Get your hands out of your pockets, Ryan,” one X user wrote.

Another commented: “I don’t like how relaxed Ryan was. It almost like he trying hard to come off as, ‘See? I’m not nervous’. At the beginning of the round, Ryan had his hands in his pockets and was leaning against the ledge.”

Despite these critiques, many fans have embraced Seacrest as Sajak’s replacement.

One Reddit user noted: “Ryan’s good! He brings a lot of energy and vibes into the show.”

However, the new set design has received more widespread criticism.

Viewers have described the bright blue and yellow, rotating background as distracting.

“Ryan Seacrest is doing an o.k. job, but I really hate Wheel of Fortune’s new set. It looks cheap and cheesy,” one Instagram user wrote.

Another viewer commented on Reddit: “Ryan is okay but I hate the new set. Also hate them showing the contestants at [the] bottom during the toss ups. It’s a distraction.”

In his opening monologue on Monday’s debut, Seacrest said: “I still can’t believe my luck of being here with you tonight to continue this legacy of this incredible show with all of you.

“And of course, my good friend Vanna White.”

Notably, Seacrest did not mention Sajak, who stepped down after over 40 years as host.