Sacred Heart Alum is Biggest ‘Wheel of Fortune’ Winner in Show History

Christina Derevjanik received her master’s degree in communications in 2013

Christina Derevjanik, MA ’13, of Stamford, appeared on the September 30 episode of the famous game show Wheel of Fortune. According to CBS 19, Derevjanik became the show’s biggest winner ever after landing a jackpot prize of $1,035,155. She is the fourth person in the show’s history to win the $1 million prize during the bonus round, after landing on the wedge during the game.

She earned $35,155 in cash and a trip to Montana and Japan before she advanced to the bonus round.

To read more about her experience, visit the People Magazine article.