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television26 days ago•17 min saved

David Oyelowo and Viola Prettejohn Lead Sky's Modernized 'Dragon Tattoo' Series

David Oyelowo and Viola Prettejohn have been cast as the leads in Sky’s upcoming television adaptation of Stieg Larsson’s 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo.' The series, produced by Sony Pictures Television and Left Bank Pictures, updates the story to the present day and explores the Vanger family in greater depth than previous film adaptations. Filming is scheduled to begin in Lithuania next month, with international sales set to be discussed at MIPCOM.

via deadline.com|

#david-oyelowo #sky #sony-pictures-television

entertainment1 month ago•17 min saved

LifeLine Chat defends its existence as Jim Thornton remains silent after 'Wheel of Fortune' termination

The organization behind the chat room allegedly accessed by former 'Wheel of Fortune' announcer Jim Thornton has issued a statement defending its existence as a support space for individuals with minor-attracted feelings. This comes one week after Thornton was fired by Sony Pictures Television following an investigation into his presence on the site during a May flight. While the chat room claims to prevent harm and offer mental health support, Thornton’s attorney maintains he was misdirected to the site and committed no crime. Thornton has not publicly responded to the controversy, and his social media accounts remain inactive.

via Page Six|

#entertainment #jim-thornton #lifeline-chat

entertainment1 month ago•53 min saved

Former 'Wheel of Fortune' Contestant Defends Jim Thornton After Firing

Jim Thornton, the longtime announcer for 'Wheel of Fortune,' was fired by Sony Pictures Television following an investigation into an incident on a May flight. While TMZ and USA Today reported that photos showed him browsing a chat forum with sexual content involving minors, his attorney claims he was misdirected to a site with a similar URL while seeking suicide prevention resources. A former contestant has publicly defended Thornton, calling him a hero, as the show recasts his role for the upcoming season.

via Yahoo|

#american-airlines #entertainment #jim-thornton

entertainment1 month ago•48 min saved

Seacrest Stays Out of Wheel of Fortune Fallout as Thornton Is Fired

Ryan Seacrest is not intervening in the removal of Wheel of Fortune announcer Jim Thornton, who was fired by Sony Pictures Television following an investigation into alleged online misconduct. While Seacrest avoids the controversy to protect his brand, the show is recasting the role after Thornton’s suspension.

via yahoo.com|

#entertainment #jim-thornton #ryan-seacrest

entertainment1 month ago•10 min saved

Spider-Noir Wins Five Emmys Two Days After Prime Video Cancellation

Spider-Noir won five Creative Arts Emmys on September 6, 2026, just two days after Prime Video canceled the series. The show, starring Nicolas Cage, received 11 nominations total. Despite the cancellation, the series won for cinematography, sound editing, stunt coordination, title design, and visual effects. Cage stated the one-season run was 'perfect' for the story. The cancellation occurred after Emmy voting had already concluded.

via Gold Derby|

#emmy-awards #entertainment #nicolas-cage

entertainment1 month ago•20 min saved

Sony Terminates 'Wheel of Fortune' Announcer Jim Thornton After Chatroom Investigation

Sony Pictures Television has fired longtime 'Wheel of Fortune' announcer Jim Thornton following an investigation into allegations that he accessed a pedophilia-themed chatroom on a flight in May. The termination was confirmed after TMZ published photos of the incident, and the show is recasting the role for its September 14 return.

via WJAR|

#entertainment #jim-thornton #pedophilia-allegations

entertainment1 month ago•20 min saved

Jim Thornton Deletes Social Media Presence After 'Wheel of Fortune' Termination

Former 'Wheel of Fortune' announcer Jim Thornton has deleted his Facebook account and been removed from the show's social media channels following his termination by Sony Pictures Television. The firing followed an investigation into a May incident where a passenger reported seeing Thornton on a laptop accessing a chatroom with alleged pedophilic content. While Thornton's attorney claims he was misdirected to a suicide-prevention site and committed no crime, the network confirmed his immediate dismissal. The show is currently airing reruns while recasting the role, with a new season set to debut on September 14.

via Page Six|

#entertainment #jim-thornton #page-six

tv1 month ago•9 min saved

Prime Video Cancels 'Spider-Noir' After One Season Despite 11 Emmy Nominations

Prime Video has canceled the superhero series 'Spider-Noir' after one season, despite the show earning 11 Emmy nominations and strong critical scores. The decision follows a cost-versus-performance analysis, as the lavish production did not sustain viewership. The Amazon-Sony partnership will continue with other Marvel projects.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#marvel #nicolas-cage #prime-video

entertainment1 month ago•18 min saved

Sony Terminates Wheel of Fortune Announcer Jim Thornton After In-Flight Chatroom Photos Surface

Jim Thornton, the longtime announcer for Wheel of Fortune, was fired by Sony Pictures Television following an investigation into photos showing him interacting with a pedophilia-themed chatroom on a May 2026 flight. While a passenger reported the incident to authorities, police released him without charges, and his attorney claims he accidentally accessed the site while doing suicide-prevention advocacy. The show has since recast the role.

via Page Six|

#american-airlines #entertainment #jim-thornton

entertainment1 month ago•3 min saved

Sony Terminates Jim Thornton's Wheel of Fortune Role Following Chatroom Scandal

Sony Pictures Television has terminated the employment of Jim Thornton, the longtime announcer for 'Wheel of Fortune,' effective immediately. The decision follows an internal investigation into allegations that Thornton accessed a pedophilia chat room on an American Airlines flight in May. While a fellow passenger reported the incident to crew members and law enforcement, no criminal charges were filed. The show is currently recasting its announcer role as it prepares to return for a new season on September 14.

via Los Angeles Times|

#entertainment #jim-thornton #pedophilia-chatroom

tv1 month ago•11 min saved

Prime Video Cuts 'Spider-Noir' After One Season Despite High Ratings and Emmy Nominations

Prime Video has canceled the superhero series 'Spider-Noir' after one season, despite the show earning 11 Emmy nominations and a 92% critics score on Rotten Tomatoes. The decision follows a cost-versus-performance analysis, as the show’s viewership declined after its initial launch. Amazon and Sony Pictures Television will continue their multi-title deal, with another Marvel-based series reportedly nearing a greenlight.

via Deadline|

#marvel #nicolas-cage #prime-video

entertainment1 month ago•11 min saved

Sony Terminates Jim Thornton After Chatroom Investigation

Sony Pictures Television has terminated the employment of Jim Thornton, the long-time announcer for 'Wheel of Fortune,' following an investigation into alleged inappropriate online activity. The decision comes after TMZ published unauthenticated photos from a May flight, showing Thornton on a laptop. While his attorney claims he was engaged in suicide-prevention advocacy and briefly entered a chatroom for pedophilic thoughts by mistake, the studio has ended his contract. No criminal charges were filed, and the show is currently recasting the role.

via Variety|

#allison-hart #entertainment #jim-thornton

tv1 month ago•9 min saved

Wheel of Fortune Announcer Jim Thornton Suspended After Airline Incident

Jim Thornton, the long-time announcer of Wheel of Fortune, has been suspended by Sony Pictures Television following an investigation into allegations stemming from a May 2026 flight. A passenger reported seeing images on Thornton’s laptop that appeared to be a pedophilia chatroom, leading to police questioning at Los Angeles International Airport. While law enforcement did not charge him, Sony is recasting the role. Thornton’s attorney claims he accidentally accessed a site with a similar URL to a suicide prevention forum and left immediately upon realizing its nature.

via hollywoodreporter.com|

#american-airlines #jim-thornton #pedophilia-allegations

entertainment1 month ago•3 min saved

Jim Thornton's lawyer disputes pedophile chatroom claims, denies viewing child pornography

Jim Thornton, the longtime announcer for Wheel of Fortune, has been suspended by Sony Pictures Television following an incident on an American Airlines flight in May 2026. A passenger reported seeing messages on Thornton's laptop that appeared to involve a pedophile chat room, leading to a police investigation at Los Angeles International Airport. Thornton's attorney denies any criminal conduct, stating he inadvertently accessed a site with sexual content while visiting a suicide-prevention resource. No charges have been filed, and the show is currently recasting the announcer role.

via E! News|

#american-airlines #child-sexual-abuse #entertainment

entertainment1 month ago•19 min saved

Photos Reveal Jim Thornton’s Laptop Screen During May Flight Incident

New photos published by TMZ show suspended Wheel of Fortune announcer Jim Thornton viewing a website with concerning content on an American Airlines flight in May. The images, captured by a passenger, display messages referencing children and appear to show Thornton on the site for nearly an hour. While law enforcement questioned him at the gate, he was not arrested or charged. Sony Pictures Television has suspended Thornton and is recasting the role, while his attorney maintains the visit was accidental and no crime occurred.

via Page Six|

#entertainment #jim-thornton #legal-defense