Howard Stern Pranks Media with Fake SiriusXM Departure

Howard Stern surprised everyone with a wild prank on Monday, tricking fans and the media into thinking he had left SiriusXM after two decades of hosting his iconic show. But fear not, Howard fans! “The King of All Media” is here to stay, and you can breathe easy knowing that he will continue to grace the airwaves for the foreseeable future.

After a brief hiatus, Stern was a no-show on Monday morning as expected, leaving Bravo star Andy Cohen to step in and break the news to loyal listeners. Cohen somberly announced that Stern and the SiriusXM executive team had decided to part ways, renaming the Howard Stern channel to “Andy 100” in the process. Some media outlets quickly ran with the story, declaring Stern’s departure from the network.

Headlines like “Howard Stern Walks Away from SiriusXM After Two Decades” started popping up, causing a frenzy among fans. But, in classic Stern fashion, he returned to set the record straight. Stern revealed that everything about his alleged departure was completely false and thanked Cohen for playing along with his elaborate prank.

In a twist of events, it was all masterminded by Stern himself. He explained that he had asked Cohen to go along with the prank, knowing that the longer it went on, the more believable it would become. Media outlets soon corrected their stories to reflect the fact that Stern is still very much a part of the SiriusXM family.

Stern, who has been with SiriusXM since 2006, addressed the rumors surrounding his future at the network. Despite reports of his impending exit due to contract negotiations, Stern reassured fans that he is happy at SiriusXM. He also joked about not being able to leave now that he has re-upped with the network, teasing retirement plans.

In the end, Stern expressed gratitude towards SiriusXM for their support and handling of contract negotiations. While the rumors of his departure caused some concern, Stern made it clear that he is not going anywhere and will continue to entertain fans for years to come. So, sit back, relax, and enjoy the continued adventures of Howard Stern on SiriusXM!