I think she’s kind of like that Christmas Topper that‘s been passed down in family’s for generations. Not very useful, but can’t get rid of for sentimental reasons.
We have an angel topper that will not even light up anymore. I was talking about replacing it a couple years ago with a star that projects lights onto the ceiling. My kids informed me that it was not allowed. We have that topper all their lives and it was not leaving. I was a little shocked. But also thought it was sweet...this was my teen boys. Last year for Christmas they got me the star topper I was wanting. But it has to go on behind the angel. Lol
She is really a big part of the show after all these years. She used to turn the letters, but since they don't need her for that anymore ... she just decorates the set and give people something else to look at besides letters and Pat Sajak. I think regular viewers like her too.