In a compelling episode of Wheel of Fortune on Tuesday April 16, 2024, Mary Catherine Tuttle emerged victorious among the contestants, which included J.R. Ford and Kiera Duffie.
Mary Catherine Tuttle, from Athens, GA, led with both wit and a bit of luck. Her initial win in the $1,000 Toss Up set the pace for her successful run throughout the evening. J.R. Ford from Miami Beach, showed strong performance in the middle rounds but couldn’t surpass Mary’s lead. Kiera Duffie, a realtor from Beaumont, TX, despite a spirited effort, found herself often in third place but managed a notable solve in the final round.
The Bonus Round
The episode’s climax centered around the bonus round where Mary Catherine took on the challenge under the category “Event.” The puzzle, HOMECOMING, was solved swiftly which added a significant $32,705 to her winnings, courtesy of a new Mazda CX-50 Select.
Puzzle Solutions Table
Here is a summary of the night’s puzzles and their solutions:
| Round | Puzzle Solution |
|---|---|
| $1,000 Toss Up | I’M IN IT TO WIN IT! |
| $2,000 Toss Up | FRENCH ONION SOUP |
| Round 1 | SCIENCE FICTION THRILLER |
| Round 2 | COMEDY & GOLF CLUB |
| Round 3 (Prize) | MUNCHING ON A MIDNIGHT SNACK |
| Triple Toss Up 1 | FIRST RUNNER-UP |
| Triple Toss Up 2 | SECOND RUNNER-UP |
| Triple Toss Up 3 | SPECTATOR |
| Round 4 | COMBINATION LOCK |
| Bonus Round (Event) | HOMECOMING |