What is Vanna Whites sad news?

Vanna White is feeling the love from her Wheel of Fortune family after she revealed she had to say an emotional goodbye to her longtime pet named Stella.

On April 25, the Wheel of Fortune cohost shared that her cat of nearly two decades had died. Vanna paid tribute to her four-legged companion on Instagram with a photo of them together and a heartfelt message. “My sweet Stella has gone to kitty heaven," she wrote. "I miss her so much and will cherish the special memories of the 16 years we had together."

But the loss was also felt by others who didn’t get the chance to meet her, like Vanna’s costar Pat Sajak.

Later that evening, he surprised her with a montage of Stella at the end of Wheel of Fortune’s episode. “It’s always sad when someone loses a pet and Vanna’s cat Stella passed away recently,” Pat said. “She was such a big member of our family and she’s going to be missed so much and love her to death,” Vanna said.

“I know I’ve teased you a little bit about Stella over the years but we always loved hearing about her and actually put a little tribute to her,” Pat said. “Thanks for sharing with us over the years. We appreciate it. So sorry about that.”

The 90-second montage showed Stella from her early days as a kitty being welcomed into Vanna’s family. The clips also featured her kids — her daughter Gigi and son Niko — sharing sweet moments with Stella. What’s more, Vanna captured Stella doing impressive tricks around the house like sitting down, opening doors and drinking water.

After the “melancholy close,” Vanna shared the Wheel of Fortune montage on her Twitter. “Here are some special memories of the 16 years we had together,” she captioned it.

Without hesitation, Wheel of Fortune fans immediately reached out to her with loving and supportive words. “Vanna I was watching Wheel tonight when you announced your sweet fur baby Stella crossed over Rainbow Bridge I'm so sorry for your loss and I know you're going to miss her so much 😢 💔 my prayers are with you and your family,” one person wrote in the comments. “Vanna I’m so sorry for your loss..I cried my eyes out watching the clip Pat played in your kitties memory…💔,” another added.

In early April, Vanna announced that her father, Herbert White Jr., had died at the age of 96. She remembered him on social media as well, and viewers let her know that they were always there for her.

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Earlier this week, “Wheel of Fortune” host Vanna White announced that her beloved cat, Stella, had passed away at 16 years old.

Per The Sun, Vanna White shared the sad news during the “Wheel of Fortune” episode that aired on Monday, April 25. Emotional music played in the background as photos of White and Stella played on screen. White’s co-host Pat Sajak told her, “I’m so sorry about that.”

After the episode, White also shared the news with her followers on Instagram. She posted an adorable photo of her kissing Stella while holding the cat in her arms. White’s caption reads, “My sweet Stella has gone to kitty heaven. I miss her so much and will cherish the special memories of the 16 years we had together.”

Many “Wheel of Fortune” fans took to the comments to offer Vanna White their condolences.

‘Wheel of Fortune’ Fans Mourn for Vanna White’s Cat, Stella

Several of White’s friends and family offered their condolences in the comments, including Leeza Gibbons. “Oh, no! I’m so sorry to hear about your cherished Stella!” Gibbons wrote.

Jo Champa added, “She had a great life because of you!”

“So very to hear of your loss. The tribute to Stella on tonight’s episode of Wheel was beautiful,” one fan said. “Time will heal.”

Another person wrote, “I am so sorry for the loss of your cat. It is so hard to lose a pet that is so dear to you. 16 years is a long time. At least you spent a lot of time with her. May she rest in peace.”

“I saw the pics of her on the show tonight, I’m so sorry for your loss. I was certainly crying with you,” someone else said. “What a beautiful girl you had. You obviously loved her so much and she knew it. Rest In Peace Stella.”

Many fans, including “Wheel of Fortune” star Maggie Sajak, posted heart emojis on White’s photo.

Pat Sajak Could Never Remember Stella’s Name

At the end of Monday’s “Wheel of Fortune” episode, Pat Sajak brought up the passing of Vanna White’s cat, Stella. “It’s always sad when someone loses a pet. And Vanna’s cat Stella passed away,” Sajak told the audience.

“Yes, she did,” White replied. “She was such a big member of our family and she’s gonna be missed so much and…. love her to death.”

“I know I’ve teased you a little bit about Stella over the years,” Sajak continued. “But we always loved hearing about her. And actually, we put together a little tribute to her. Let’s take a look.”

“Oh!” Vanna said with surprise, tears already forming in her eyes. Check out the tribute below, where Sajak continuously messes up Stella’s name whenever he brings her up on the show.

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