'Wheel of Fortune' announcer Jim Thornton terminated after investigation

Sony Pictures Television Studios has fired Jim Thornton from "Wheel of Fortune."

A Sony spokesperson told Fox News Digital on Friday: "Following a thorough investigation, Jim Thornton’s employment with Wheel of Fortune has been terminated, effective immediately."

The news of Thornton's termination comes after he was suspended from the game show earlier this week.

"We have recently been made aware of allegations concerning Jim Thornton. He has been suspended from Wheel of Fortune...