Christina Derevjanik’s Historic $1 Million Wheel of Fortune Win

Christina Derevjanik of Connecticut made Wheel of Fortune history Tuesday night by winning $1 million—one of the rarest prizes on the show.

She secured the Million Dollar Wedge during regular play and carried it into the bonus round. The category was “Living Things,” and after choosing M, C, F, and A, she quickly solved the puzzle: “Pack of coyotes.”

The emotional moment brought tears, hugs, and confetti as host Ryan Seacrest revealed her seven-figure prize. Derevjanik said she hopes to use the money to pay off student loans, buy a home, and clear her debt.

With total winnings of $1,035,155, her victory became one of the most memorable moments in Wheel of Fortune history.