In tonight’s Wheel of Fortune episode, the spotlight was on Callie DeWeese, a 22-year Coast Guard veteran from Madison, Alabama. Despite fierce competition from Dalia Collins and Shawn Cochrane, Callie managed to come out on top, taking home a total of $14,719 in cash and a luxury vacation prize. However, while she dominated the main rounds, she fell short in the bonus round.
Toss-Up Puzzles: A Strong Start for Callie
The game kicked off with two Toss-Up puzzles, each offering contestants an opportunity to build early momentum. The first Toss-Up, worth $1,000, featured the clue “INTELLIGENCE OFFICER” (Person). Dalia Collins was quick to buzz in but couldn’t complete the puzzle, leaving Callie to answer correctly and secure the prize.
Next, the $2,000 Toss-Up puzzle appeared with the clue “CAMOUFLAGE PANTS” (What Are You Wearing?). While Callie correctly guessed the puzzle, she wasn’t actually wearing the answer, but that didn’t slow her down. With a quick and accurate response, she grabbed the $2,000 prize, building an early lead.
Round 1: Song Lyrics
In Round 1, the puzzle “I WAS BORN IN A SMALL TOWN” (Song Lyrics) stumped some contestants, but Callie took control early with a few strong guesses, including the letter T and A. Dalia made some progress as well, but it was Callie who solved the puzzle. Her correct answer netted her $2,000, which, combined with her earlier winnings, put her in a strong position for the rest of the game. The round ended with Callie leading Dalia by $2,000 to $4,000.
Round 2: Before & After Puzzle
The “DECIMAL & WEST POINT” (Before & After) puzzle proved to be a challenge for the contestants, but Dalia ultimately solved it, picking up $4,000 for the correct response. Despite a few wrong guesses and a costly Bankrupt for Shawn, Dalia stayed competitive. She managed to solve the puzzle after working through a few tricky letters.
Callie and Shawn both had their moments but failed to get the correct answer, leaving the round to Dalia, who now had $8,000 in total.
Round 3: Prize Puzzle
The “I PROMISE A TOAST” (Phrase) puzzle was the key moment of the game, as Callie guessed the answer correctly, winning a prize package that included a trip to Whalers Cove Oceanfront Luxury in Poipu, Hawaii. This round was particularly exciting, as Callie capitalized on her good fortune to keep a strong lead. Despite Shawn’s best efforts, which included a round of Bankrupts, it was Callie who took the win in this round. At the end of Round 3, Callie had $12,719 in cash and the luxury trip.
Triple Toss-Up: Quick Fire Quotations
The Triple Toss-Up round is always fast-paced, and tonight was no exception. The first puzzle, “ONCE UPON A TIME” (Quotation), was solved quickly by Dalia. The second puzzle, “IN THE BEGINNING” (Quotation), was another swift solve by Dalia. The third and final puzzle, “TO BE CONTINUED” (Quotation), saw Callie prevent Dalia from taking the lead back by correctly solving it in time. This round ended with Callie further solidifying her lead with a total of $14,719.
Bonus Round: “Flying Under the Radar” Misses the Mark
With Callie in the lead, the Bonus Round arrived. The puzzle was “FLYING UNDER THE RADAR” (Phrase), but unfortunately, Callie couldn’t quite pull it off. Despite having a good shot with the letters “RSTLNE,” she ultimately failed to solve the puzzle, which would have earned her an additional $40,000. The answer remained elusive, and she walked away without the bonus prize.
Callie’s performance throughout the game was steady and consistent, earning her a well-deserved victory with over $14,000 in cash and a luxury vacation prize. While she didn’t solve the Bonus Round puzzle, her efforts were more than enough to secure the win. The game was an exciting display of skill, with a few twists and turns along the way, particularly during the Triple Toss-Up round.
Puzzle Answers
| Round | Puzzle Answer | Puzzle Type |
|---|---|---|
| $1,000 Toss-Up | INTELLIGENCE OFFICER | Person |
| $2,000 Toss-Up | CAMOUFLAGE PANTS | What Are You Wearing? |
| Round 1 | I WAS BORN IN A SMALL TOWN | Song Lyrics |
| Round 2 | DECIMAL & WEST POINT | Before & After |
| Round 3 | I PROMISE A TOAST | Phrase |
| Triple Toss-Up 1 | ONCE UPON A TIME | Quotation |
| Triple Toss-Up 2 | IN THE BEGINNING | Quotation |
| Triple Toss-Up 3 | TO BE CONTINUED | Quotation |
| Round 4 | FLYING UNDER THE RADAR | Phrase |