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'Wheel of Fortune' Fires Announcer Jim Thornton, Reports Say
- Sony Pictures Television suspended Wheel of Fortune announcer Jim Thornton on Tuesday, September 1, while investigating allegations tied to his conduct during a May 14 flight.
- A fellow passenger aboard American Airlines Flight 1276 allegedly photographed Thornton viewing a chatroom on his laptop, prompting the captain to alert law enforcement before landing at Los Angeles International Airport.
- Attorney Allison Hart stated Thornton accidentally accessed the site while seeking suicide-prevention resources, denying he "never viewed, downloaded or consumed any child pornography."
- Production teams are currently re-editing completed episodes to remove Thornton's voice and recasting the role ahead of Season 44's September 14, 2026 premiere.
- Law enforcement officers questioned Thornton for less than five minutes upon arrival at LAX, ultimately determining no crime occurred and releasing him without charges.
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Details on 'Wheel of Fortune' announcer fired after passenger reported disturbing chatroom on his laptop - The Daily Bo Snerdley
BS BULLETIN: Sony Pictures Television has fired longtime “Wheel of Fortune” announcer Jim Thornton following an investigation into an incident aboard an American Airlines flight in May. A fellow passenger photographed Thornton’s laptop displaying a chatroom described as being for people sexually attracted to children and reported what she saw to the flight crew. Thornton’s attorney says he entered the site accidentally while attempting to reach …
The American TV personality has not yet commented on the matter.
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