Ryan Seacrest Faces Criticism for Laughing After 'Wheel of Fortune' Contestant Loses $100,000

Ryan Seacrest, the new host of 'Wheel of Fortune,' is under fire after viewers perceived him laughing at a contestant who failed to solve a $100,000 puzzle. The incident occurred during the March 7 episode featuring Jim Venckus from Illinois. Venckus, despite winning a Caribbean trip and around $25,000, missed the bonus round puzzle, leading to Seacrest's reaction. Reddit users voiced their disapproval, questioning Seacrest's seemingly amused response to Venckus's loss. While some suggested it could be nervous laughter, others found it inappropriate, sparking a debate about Seacrest's performance as the new host.

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