Iowa Contestant Spins Big on ‘Wheel of Fortune’ – Did He Leave With Cash?

We've all dreamed of competing on a tv game show at some point, right?

Well, one Dubuque resident's fantasy became a reality when he was one of three contestants on the popular program 'Wheel of Fortune.'

It's time for him to SPIN THAT WHEEL!

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Josh Crowell is the Director of Media Services at the University of Dubuque and he also just so happens to be one of the latest contestants on one of the most popular game shows on the planet.

Crowell competed on the episode that aired on election night, Tuesday November 5th 2024.

The rest of this story will contain spoilers for the 'Wheel of Fortune' episode that aired on Tuesday, November 5th 2024. Proceed with caution.

The Iowa native had a lead in the very beginning of the matchup with $3,250. 

Another contestant named Janine Crum, an art teacher from Ohio changed the outcome of the game. She gained control of the wheel for the majority of the round and ended up leaving the game show with $71,948 in cash AND a trip to Japan.

Crowell did not go home empty handed. The University of Dubuque staff member won $5,250 in cash. That is not too shabby at all!

I'm sure it was still a great experience for him.

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