'Wheel of Fortune' announcer Jim Thornton's attorney speaks out after game show suspension

Jim Thornton, the announcer for ‘Wheel of Fortune,’ has been suspended by Sony Pictures Television Studios pending an investigation into allegations stemming from an American Airlines flight. His attorney asserts that Thornton was not arrested or charged with any crime, stating law enforcement determined no wrongdoing occurred after a brief questioning.

• Jim Thornton, announcer for ‘Wheel of Fortune,’ has been suspended.
• His attorney stated he did not engage in illegal conduct, was not arrested, and has not been charged with a crime.
• The suspension follows an incident on an American Airlines flight in May where a passenger complained about Thornton’s behavior.
• Law enforcement met Thornton at the gate upon arrival at LAX but found no wrongdoing and allowed him to leave.
• Sony Pictures Television Studios is recasting the announcer role during their investigation.