New details emerge in suspension of ‘Wheel of Fortune’ announcer
The suspension of 'Wheel of Fortune' announcer Jim Thornton has escalated with new allegations
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Source diversity sample: USA Today · Page Six · Yahoo · TV Insider · KTLA.
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Jim Thornton, announcer for 'Wheel of Fortune', has been suspended after allegations emerged that he accessed a pedophilia chatroom. Page Six, Yahoo, TV Insider and KTLA all reported that Thornton was allegedly in the chatroom for nearly an hour while on a plane.
The suspension follows the initial revelation that Thornton had accessed a disturbing website. The announcer's career is now in jeopardy.
The suspension is ongoing, and no further details have been provided about the investigation or potential next steps.
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Quick answers
What is Jim Thornton accused of?
Jim Thornton is accused of accessing a pedophilia chatroom for nearly an hour while on a plane.
What is the current status of Jim Thornton's employment?
Jim Thornton has been suspended from his role as announcer on 'Wheel of Fortune'.
Which outlets have covered the story?
The story has been covered by Page Six, Yahoo, TV Insider and KTLA.
Sources (5)
- New details emerge in 'Wheel of Fortune' announcer suspension USA Today · 12h ago
- Photos show ‘Wheel of Fortune’ announcer Jim Thornton in alleged pedophilia chatroom for nearly an hour on plane Page Six · 13h ago
- Wheel 's Jim Thornton Was Allegedly in Pedophile Chat Room on Plane Yahoo · 13h ago
- ‘Wheel of Fortune’s Jim Thornton Suspended After Allegedly Accessing Disturbing Website TV Insider · 13h ago
- New details emerge in suspension of ‘Wheel of Fortune’ announcer KTLA · 13h ago
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