A Major Loss For Wheel Of Fortune — The Familiar Voice Fans Have Heard For 15 Years Has Suddenly Been Pulled From The Show As Sony Suspends Jim Thornton Over “Concerning” Allegations And Moves To Recast His Role. Thornton has been the voice behind the iconic game show since 2011, remaining through Pat Sajak’s departure and Ryan Seacrest’s arrival. Now his future with the franchise is suddenly uncertain while Sony conducts an investigation. The studio has not revealed the specific allegations, and Thornton has not been arrested or charged. But the decision to already begin recasting his role signals a dramatic change viewers could soon hear for themselves.
Wheel of Fortune Announcer Jim Thornton Suspended as Sony Investigates Allegations and Moves to Recast His Role Wheel of Fortune is facing an unexpected behind-the-scenes shake-up after longtime…