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Longtime ‘Wheel of Fortune’ announcer Jim Thornton suspended, reports say
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· September 2, 2026
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Key points Jim Thornton, who has been the announcer for "Wheel of Fortune" since 2010, is no longer working on the show due to allegations. Sony Pictures Television has suspended him and is conducting an investigation.
A game show announcer has been suspended from his role. Jim Thornton, who has been the announcer for "Wheel of Fortune" since 2010, is no longer working on the show due to allegations. Sony Pictures Television has suspended him and is conducting an investigation.
The suspension was confirmed by a Sony spokesperson, who stated that the company is recasting while the investigation is underway. Jim Thornton has a long history in the media industry, having previously worked as an anchor and on traffic reports. Further details about the suspension are not available, but more information can be found through other outlets that have reported on the story.
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Published: September 2, 2026 ·
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