The retired English literature teacher from Valrico, Florida, made her former Wheel of Fortune students proud on Friday (September 27) after she took control of the game and successfully solved a bonus round puzzle.
Amy Nardin, also known as Ms. Nardin, appeared on Friday’s episode as part of the show’s Teachers Week, telling host Ryan Seacrest that she recently finished her 30th year at Belle Creek Academy High School in Riverview, Florida.
Despite his early bankruptcy, Nardin soon took control of the wheel and began solving puzzles. With each correct answer, she became more emotional, and Seacrest even had to hand her a tissue to wipe her eyes at one point.
“She’s crying,” Seacrest said.
By the end of the Express round, Nardin had picked up the Wild Card wedge and earned a trip to Curacao as well as $12,500 in cash. She increased her winnings to $14,500 by the end of the episode, giving her the win and allowing her to move on to the bonus round.
Nardine chose the “People” category plus the additional letters “B, H, W, O”, and the Wild Card selection “D”. This left her with a puzzle board that read: “H _ _ H / _ _ H _ E _ ER S.”
Before time had even started, Nardine began to feel choked up when it became clear that she knew the answer. “I want you to win this so bad,” Seacrest said as the timer started.
“Superior!” Nardine exclaimed, and it was true, earning her an extra $40,000.
Fans were so happy for Narden, including many of her former students, who took to the Wheel of Fortune Instagram page to share their congratulations.
“This is my lit teacher‼️‼️,” one commenter wrote.
“Let’s go, Mrs. Nardin!!!” Another said.
Another added: “And Miss Nardin!! English Teacher 3!!”
“We love Ms. Nardin!!!” one user wrote.
Even those who didn’t learn from Nardin were impressed, with one fan writing, “Amy might be my favorite new age contestant!!!”
“Screaming Wheel of Fortune contestants are the best Wheel of Fortune contestants! Well done Amy!” another said.
“My family absolutely loved Amy!! We were just impressed by her energy!! Congratulations again Amy!” one YouTube commenter wrote.
Another added: “I had absolutely no idea but Amy knew right away. Great job.”
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