Ryan Seacrest is proving to be a worthy successor to Pat Sajak as host of Wheel of Fortune — and he thoroughly prepared for his role. President of Sony game shows, Suzanne Prete spoke to the LA Times about the 50-year-old TV mainstay joining Wheel and gave insight into his preparation.

In September, Sony Pictures Television handed the keys to its game show “Wheel of Fortune” to Ryan Seacrest, broadcasting’s iron man. Nielsen data show “Wheel of Fortune” averaging 7.9 million viewers through Dec. 1, up 3% from a year ago during longtime host Pat Sajak’s final season.

She is an institution, an icon,” he gushed. “She’s amazing. She’s everything you think Vanna White will be when you meet her!”

When Ryan Seacrest announced that he would replace Pat Sajak on Wheel of Fortune, some fans were skeptical of the change. As time went on, concerns grew, and rumors about Ryan Seacrest and Vanna White’s chemistry (or lack thereof) began circulating.

It seems hosting Wheel of Fortune is everything Ryan Seacrest dreamed it would be, thanks in large part to the legendary Vanna White! The on-air personality has consistently expressed his gratitude and joy about his role as the new host of the popular game show since he succeeded Pat Sajak in September,