A Valentine’s Day episode of Wheel of Fortune gave viewers more to talk about than hearts and holiday cheer. The final round came down to a phrase that looked partly filled in on the board, but still proved difficult enough to send fans into a lively debate after the show aired.
The contestant at the center of the moment was Conner Kemmsies, a commercial pilot who had already put together a strong game before reaching the bonus round. With a chance to add $40,000 to his winnings, he stepped into the final puzzle facing the same pressure that has tripped up plenty of skilled players over the years.
The Puzzle That Started the Conversation
The bonus category was “Phrase”. After the usual letters were revealed and Kemmsies chose his additional letters, several parts of the answer were visible. Even so, the remaining blanks left just enough uncertainty to make the solve harder than it may have seemed from the couch.
When the timer ran out, the answer was revealed: “I DID MY HOMEWORK.”