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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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TMZ broke the news in Burbank, United States on Thursday, September 3, 2026.
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