Vanna White is saying nice things about Ryan Seacrest but she’s still incredibly close with former Wheel of Fortune host Pat Sajak, who’s been meeting her for lunches and coaching her to hang on tight and stick it out for her own best interests.

The famous TV duo were spotted on a cozy lunch date Tuesday, September 3 at California Pizza Kitchen in Encino, Calif. The local was convenient for the former “Wheel of Fortune” host, 77, as he lives nearby with his wife, Lesly Brown. The TV personality and the former model have been married for 35 years.

Ryan Seacrest is kicking off a new era of Wheel of Fortune, taking over as the host following Pat Sajak’s tenure. Fans are excited to see the new season of Wheel and wonder if Seacrest can fill the legendary Sajak’s shoes as host.

Television legend Vanna White could become host of Wheel of Fortune if Ryan Seacrest isn't well-received by viewers and season ratings don't increase, insiders claim. Seacrest, 49, made his debut as host of the ABC gameshow when the new season launched earlier this month after Pat Sajak retired this summer following his 40-year tenure.

Ryan Seacrest has had a rough start hosting Wheel of Fortune just one week after he took over from the longtime former host Pat Sajak. In the seven episodes that Seacrest has hosted of the iconic game show,