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Dave Hughes weighs in on the collapse of The Kyle and Jackie O Show and unloads on axed radio stars' $200million deal after his long-running feud with shock jock

27/03/26 11:23

Dave Hughes has delivered a blunt verdict on ARN's eye-watering $200million deal with axed radio stars Kyle Sandilands and Jackie 'O' Henderson - declaring the executives behind it 'insane'. The veteran comedian, 55, exclusively told Daily Mail he was not surprised The Kyle and Jackie O Show was scrapped earlier this month, pointing to a rapidly changing media landscape. 'I don't wish anyone badly, but it is a tough time for the industry... and that is a massive contract to try to pay for,' Dave began....read

Alex Cullen gets emotional about having to move to Melbourne after getting axed from the Today show over Adrian Portelli cash gift
24/03/26 07:31
Alex Cullen became emotional live on-air on Monday morning, when he reflected on his new life in Melbourne on The Christian O'Connell Show.
Radio star Robin Bailey makes raw confession about affair before late husband's death
21/03/26 23:22
Radio host Robin Bailey has delivered a deeply personal and confronting admission, revealing she had an affair before the tragic suicide of her late husband.
Veteran radio presenter suffers brutal ratings blow three months after breakfast show debut
19/03/26 04:09
Veteran radio presenter Christian O'Connell has suffered a brutal ratings blow, just three months after his Gold FM breakfast show debuted in Sydney.
War breaks out between fans and haters of The Kyle & Jackie O Show as Kyle Sandilands' $100million KIIS FM contract is terminated
18/03/26 02:16
A war has erupted online between supporters and critics of The Kyle & Jackie O Show, following the shock termination of Kyle Sandilands' KIIS FM contract.
Another KIIS FM shake-up as radio host vanishes from Kyle & Jackie O fill‑in gig
16/03/26 23:25
KIIS FM listeners in Sydney were left scratching their heads on Monday morning when they found out Ken 'Smallzy' Small had been replaced by Michael Etheridge.
Former ARN worker reveals secret chat with Jackie 'O' Henderson after her split with Kyle Sandilands and answers the big question everyone is asking: 'She's realised'
10/03/26 02:16
A former colleague of estranged radio stars Kyle Sandilands and Jackie 'O' Henderson has weighed in on what their next steps may be following their shock split last week.
Senior Kyle and Jackie O producer breaks her silence after the show's shock collapse as she shares heartbreaking statement and unseen behind the scenes photos
05/03/26 06:26
A senior Kyle & Jackie O Show producer has broken her silence after the show's shock axing on Tuesday night.
Someone's not bothered! Kyle and Jackie O star films himself joyously committing a gross act in elevator ahead of possible unemployment
04/03/26 04:58
On Wednesday, the veteran KIIS FM staffer shared a cheeky montage of clips taken over the past year in which he is seen loudly farting in an elevator.
Imogen Anthony delivers brutal wake up call to ex Kyle Sandilands and co-star Jackie 'O' Henderson after The Kyle and Jackie O Show is pulled from airwaves
04/03/26 02:42
Imogen Anthony has weighed in on the fate of The Kyle and Jackie O Show and urged ex-boyfriend Kyle Sandilands and co-star Jackie 'O' Henderson to 'snap the f**k out of it'.
The top contender to replace Jackie 'O' Henderson is REVEALED after radio queen's shock exit from The Kyle & Jackie O Show
04/03/26 00:48
Several high-profile Australian celebrities are being name-dropped as potential replacements for radio star Jackie 'O' Henderson
Jackie 'O' Henderson's ex-husband 'Ugly' Phil O'Neil breaks his silence after she sensationally quits The Kyle & Jackie O Show
03/03/26 23:01
Jackie 'O' Henderson's ex-husband 'Ugly' Phil O'Neil has broken his silence after she sensationally quit The Kyle & Jackie O Show, following an explosive feud with co-star Kyle Sandilands.
Jackie 'O' Henderson looks downcast during Sydney stroll - amid radio break following on-air clash with Kyle Sandilands
28/02/26 23:37
Radio queen Jackie 'O' Henderson cut a downbeat figure as she stepped out in Sydney on Saturday, as speculation swirls over tensions with co-host Kyle Sandilands.
Radio star confronts woman on flight after witnessing vile act: 'It was disgusting!'
26/02/26 00:03
Radio star Aaron 'Woodsy' Woods has revealed he recently confronted a woman on a flight from Melbourne to Sydney after he saw her commit a 'disgusting' act.
Radio star Jackie 'O' Henderson makes huge announcement on the future of her business and podcast: 'A big shift has happened with me'
05/02/26 09:52
Jackie 'O' Henderson has made a huge announcement about the future of her business venture Besties and her podcast Her Best Life.
The VERY surprising star joining Ricki-Lee Coulter and Tim Blackwell's new Nova breakfast show
05/02/26 07:20
Veteran Australian TV presenter Sarah Harris is embarking on a shock career move, and is set to join Ricki-Lee Coulter and Tim Blackwell on Nova's breakfast radio show.
Radio star Jackie 'O' Henderson keeps it effortlessly cool in a Johnny Cash T-shirt and denim cut-offs during Sydney stroll
04/02/26 11:57
She's learned the secret to defying time when it comes to her appearance. And Jackie 'O' Henderson, 51, looked every inch the ageless beauty on Wednesday in Sydney.
Married At First Sight diva bride Gia Fleur goes rogue during live radio interview and swears TWICE on-air
04/02/26 07:18
Married At First Sight diva bride Gia Fleur caused a stir on the radio on Wednesday morning, after she unexpectedly swore twice during a live interview.
Pauline Hanson reveals candid details about her love life: 'Been there, done that'
21/01/26 01:11
One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has dropped a bombshell about her love life in a very candid radio interview.
Reinstated KIIS FM presenter Robin Bailey confronts CEO over 'dumb' decision to axe show
19/01/26 23:35
Robin Bailey has admitted she was 'furious' after a shock backflip decision to reinstate her axed show, leading to her confronting her boss live on-air.
Scott Mills reveals the hilarious moment his dad found out he was on The Masked Singer after he slated his 'awful' performance
31/12/25 09:16
The DJ, 51, stunned viewers during the Christmas Special of the competition as he was unmasked as Figgy Pudding - finishing runner-up.
Rob Beckett reveals he is stepping back from comedy to become a stay-at-home dad and allow wife Lou to 'spread her wings'
16/12/25 12:41
Funnyman Rob Beckett has revealed he is taking a step back from comedy to spend time as a stay-at-home dad to his two daughters.
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Jimmy Carr admits he's 'a little bit addicted' to cosmetic surgery and has no plans to stop after revealing all of the procedures he has had done
12/12/25 19:34
Jimmy Carr, 53, has admitted he is 'a little bit addicted' to cosmetic surgery after previously sharing all of the procedures he has had done.
Jimmy Carr hints he will never retire from comedy as he hopes to 'die with his boots on'
12/12/25 16:51
The comedian, 53, who has found himself embroiled in controversy over the years, has said he always wondered what joke will 'get him cancelled' but has insisted he won't be stopping anytime soon.
The very surprising reason radio star Russel Howcroft is hosting a men's only birthday bash
05/12/25 04:33
Radio star Russel Howcroft will be celebrating his 60th on Friday in a very unconventional manner - by hosting a men's only birthday bash.
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Radio stars Jordan Banjo and Perri Kiely QUIT live on air after five years on the breakfast show
04/12/25 12:19
Jordan Banjo and Perri Kiely announced live on air that they will be leaving the KISS Breakfast Show.
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Channel Nine veteran dies aged 85 following six-decade career
03/12/25 23:01
Veteran Australian presenter Arthur Higgins, whose remarkable broadcasting career in TV and radio spanned six decades, has died aged 85 following a long illness.
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James Buckley remains tight-lipped on The Inbetweeners' return and quips 'maybe they are doing it without me' as he jokes his character has been killed off
25/11/25 16:29
The actor, 38, rose to fame back in 2008 as Jay Cartwright in the E4 comedy series and two blockbuster films, alongside his co-stars Simon Bird, Blake Harrison and Joe Thomas.
Red carpet confession: Nova star Tim Blackwell, 42, breaks his silence on relationship with younger girlfriend Lizzie Baxter, 28, at the ARIA Awards
19/11/25 08:03
Tim Blackwell has lifted the lid on his much younger girlfriend one year after debuting their relationship.
Heartbreak as beloved radio star Leighton Archer farewelled following sudden death
14/11/25 06:57
The Australian broadcasting community is in mourning following the tragic death of veteran presenter Leighton Archer aged 50 on October 31, following a stroke.
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Vernon Kay issues an apology after accidentally swearing live on air during BBC Radio 2's Children In Need special
11/11/25 12:53
Vernon Kay accidentally swore live on-air on BBC Radio 2 on Tuesday.
Legendary Adelaide radio star dies after long health battle following the death of John Laws: 'Two greats of the airwaves gone'
11/11/25 04:44
Legendary Australian radio presenter Leon Byner died on Tuesday aged 77, following a battle with acute leukaemia.
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Russell Howard recalls embarrassing moment he tried to make Stephen Hawking laugh at party but was 'drowned out' by Jimmy Carr
07/11/25 16:18
The comedian, 45, explained how he tried to get 'a big laugh' from the late scientist but unfortunately he couldn't hear him over the sound of Jimmy's hysterics.
Australian radio star dies aged 41 after heartbreaking cancer battle
03/11/25 00:37
The Australian broadcasting community is in mourning after a beloved radio veteran died late last month, following a heartbreaking cancer battle.
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Mel Greig shares troubling posts about 'volatile' radio star who allegedly 'assaulted' staff - as she calls for 'better regulations' in the industry
31/10/25 04:33
Former radio presenter Mel Greig has slammed the apparent lack of regulations in the industry, as she claims one 'prestigious' star has been 'violent' to fellow staff.
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Tributes pour in as legendary Australian radio star dies at age 54 just months after being diagnosed with aggressive cancer
30/10/25 13:23
Australian and New Zealand radio presenter and media leader Kim Blair died on Tuesday aged 54, just five months after being diagnosed with an aggressive form of colon cancer.
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Supanova Comic Con address backlash after shock jock Kyle Sandilands was booked to appear at Brisbane convention: 'Polarising'
30/10/25 13:18
Supanova Comic Con & Gaming has addressed the fan backlash after Kyle Sandilands was booked to appear at their upcoming Brisbane convention.
Kyle and Jackie O lead star-studded arrivals in chic monochrome at ARN Upfronts in Sydney as Abbey Gelmi turns heads in glamorous blue
29/10/25 10:57
Radio's biggest stars turned up the style at the ARN Upfronts 2025 at Sydney's Star Casino on Wednesday - with Kyle Sandilands and Jackie 'O' Henderson leading the celebrity arrivals.
Major shake-up at KIIS FM as big name host is set to join Kyle and Jackie O
29/10/25 08:51
KIIS FM radio stars Kyle Sandilands and Jackie 'O' Henderson will be getting a very surprising new colleague in 2026.
Shock new Aussie state Kyle Sandilands and Jackie 'O' Henderson are heading to after taking over Melbourne - amid fears they will take everyone's jobs
29/10/25 08:00
Radio stars Kyle Sandilands and Jackie 'O' Henderson are heading to Perth in 2026, after achieving significant success upon expanding to Melbourne last year.
Very surprising Nova radio duo tipped to join Mix FM after popular show was abruptly AXED
28/10/25 13:48
Just weeks after being shown the door at Nova 919, Adelaide's radio duo Ben Harvey and Liam Stapleton look set to make a sensational comeback - this time on Mix 102.3.
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Radio duo sensationally axed following Keith Urban controversy
27/10/25 22:55
Another radio show has been axed from the airwaves, marking the second program in the last week to get the boot.
Guess who! Veteran radio stars look completely unrecognisable in precious childhood throwback photos
02/10/25 10:41
They are two of Australia's most renowned radio stars and together they have co-hosted a top-rating breakfast show for over two decades.
Chrissie Swan finally sells her lavish Judy Garland-inspired Melbourne property for millions
12/09/25 01:59
Chrissie Swan has finalised the sale of her Melbourne home for approximately $2.5million.
Radio star Jackie 'O' Henderson opens up about nightmare sex encounter with a 'fat man under her bed'
08/09/25 06:40
Jackie 'O' Henderson stunned listeners on Monday when she opened up about a nightmare sex encounter she recently had.
Shock photo reveals award-winning Aussie celebrity now working in a BUTCHER'S SHOP
26/08/25 02:52
Footy broadcasting legend Ray Hadley has been keeping himself busy since retiring from the radio last year in a very surprising new role.
Lindy Klim announces shock career move: 'You're about to laugh at my expense!'
20/08/25 00:13
Lindy Klim stunned fans on Tuesday night by announcing a shock career move.
Fate of Beau Ryan's embattled radio show revealed after only seven months on air
18/08/25 00:08
Triple M has shut down reports that they are preparing to axe Beau Ryan's struggling breakfast show, seven months after it launched.
Jessica Mauboy reveals intimate details about her sex life eight months after giving birth
14/08/25 01:49
Jessica Mauboy shocked radio star Kyle Sandilands on Thursday with a surprising NSFW admission about her sex life, just months after giving birth.
Clara Amfo reveals depression battle led to her quitting BBC Radio 1 as she became 'burnt out and in a negative headspace' after eight years on air
13/08/25 20:39
Clara Amfo has revealed that depression led to her quitting her BBC Radio 1 show after eight years on air.
Radio stars Fitzy and Wippa reveal their rudest celebrity interviews: 'Not a friendly guy'
07/08/25 05:44
Michael 'Wippa' Wipfli and Ryan 'Fitzy' Fitzgerald have opened up about their most challenging celebrity interviews.
Nova stars Ryan 'Fitzy' Fitzgerald and Michael 'Wippa' Wipfli reveal their show may soon be cancelled - following Kate Ritchie's departure: 'We've got to hang up the mic'
30/07/25 06:05
Nova radio stars Michael 'Wippa' Wipfli and Ryan 'Fitzy' Fitzgerald have hinted their long-running breakfast show may be coming to an end.
I was drinking two bottles of wine a night... Then three simple rules took willpower out of the equation - I could finally stop after just one glass
28/07/25 14:37
Heidi Anderson was drowning in shame. It was a vicious cycle: she drank because she felt anxious, but drinking caused more anxiety. It took her years to master the art of moderation.
Jackie 'O' Henderson reveals shock plan to QUIT popular radio show - after signing 10-year deal
26/07/25 03:52
Jackie 'O' Henderson has shocked listeners - and her longtime co-host Kyle Sandilands - by revealing her potential plans to walk away from radio and move overseas once her 10-year ARN contract wraps up.
Jackie 'O' Henderson reveals shock toilet confession: 'I can't sit there doing nothing'
25/07/25 05:36
Jackie 'O' Henderson has made a shock bathroom confession.
Jackie 'O' Henderson reveals the sad truth behind what started her painkiller addiction - and why most women will understand
24/07/25 00:43
Jackie 'O' Henderson has opened up about the sad truth as to what started her painkiller addiction, for which she checked into a rehabilitation centre in 2022.
Kyle Sandilands issues heartbreaking admission about his health - and reveals he weighs MORE than he did last year amid brain aneurysm diagnosis
22/07/25 23:56
Kyle Sandilands has made a heartbreaking admission about the current state of his health, following his shock brain aneurysm diagnosis in February.
BBC Radio 1 presenter gets emotional live on air as he announces death of Ozzy Osbourne with touching tribute
22/07/25 23:42
The presenter, 32, shared the heartbreaking news with listeners on his show shortly after a statement was released by the family confirming that the Black Sabbath star had passed away aged 76.
Olivia Rodrigo goes (almost) unnoticed dancing in Glastonbury crowd ahead of headline slot
29/06/25 11:51
She is set to headline Glatonbury's Sunday night on the Pyramid stage.
BBC Radio 2 presenter Scott Mills forced to issue apology after HUGE blunder live on air
26/06/25 20:26
The Radio 2 presenter, 51, devoted an entire segment of his Breakfast Show to reports claiming the BBC series would come to an end after its fifteenth season next year.
The Clash drummer Terry Chimes reveals why he ditched showbusiness for very surprising career change
17/06/25 15:12
The musician, 68, is best known for being the drummer for The Clash from the late 1970s to the early 1980s when he was replaced by Topper Headon.
Glaring detail in Nova announcement strongly hints at Kate Ritchie's future at the network
06/06/25 00:30
A segment on Nova's Fitzy, Wippa and Kate Ritchie has fuelled more speculation the Home and Away star is not returning to the breakfast radio show.
Tom Daley reveals how much Olympic gold medallists REALLY get paid - and it's a lot less than you think!
29/05/25 14:09
The retired diver, 31, shot to fame in 2008 when he competed at the Beijing Olympic Games aged just 14 years old.
Chrissie Swan reveals vile incident with cameraman while she was getting changed on TV show: 'I just froze'
22/05/25 08:39
Chrissie Swan has opened up about a vile experience she had on set when she was a contestant on a TV show in the past.
Aspiring teen presenter, 19, reveals her creepy experience with big radio star
21/05/25 03:20
A regional Victorian presenter has shocked her fans after she opened up about an upsetting experience she recently had with a famous radio star.
Australian broadcasting industry in mourning after radio legend dies following long cancer battle
19/05/25 23:38
Australia's radio industry is mourning the loss of John Carroll, a beloved Sydney-based presenter known for his influential roles at Triple M and 2Day FM.
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Kyle & Jackie O star quits live on-air and announces shock new career move
15/05/25 00:14
The Kyle & Jackie O Show was rocked by shock news on Thursday morning as one beloved star quit live on-air.
Awkward! Carrie Bickmore's seating faux pas at Australian Fashion Week as she is asked to move at the AJE show by burly front row controller
14/05/25 11:43
Carrie Bickmore bent the seating rules at Australian Fashion Week on Wednesday.
Glowing Carrie Bickmore, 44, looks incredibly youthful she stuns in a floral strapless top at the Aje show during Australian Fashion Week
14/05/25 05:06
Carrie Bickmore turned heads on Wednesday as she stepped out in style at the Aje show during Australian Fashion Week 2025.
Bone-chilling inspiration behind iconic rock band Kasabian's name REVEALED
11/05/25 14:11
Formed in 1997, the group's original line up consisted of Sergio Pizzorno, Chris Edwards, Tom Meighan and Chris Karloff.
Australian radio industry in mourning as legendary presenter dies on his birthday
09/05/25 15:25
Australia's community radio and music scene is mourning the loss of presenter Paris Pompor, a beloved broadcaster known for his influential role at Sydney's 2SER.
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David Jason sends fans wild as he reprises his iconic role as Del Boy for surprise appearance
08/05/25 15:57
The actor, 85, harped back to his days on Only Fools and Horses during an appearance on The Chris Moyles Show on Radio X on Thursday.
Blink-182's Mark Hoppus shares how accidentally revealing his cancer battle to the world saved him: 'It was a blessing'
07/05/25 15:18
Mark Hoppus has revealed how his accidental cancer announcement was a blessing in disguise.
Blink-182's Mark Hoppus reveals dark thought when he believed he 'wasn't going to make it' during cancer battle
01/05/25 19:02
The 53-year-old bassist and vocalist revealed that he had the dark realization that he had to 'mentally prepare' for his family to move on without him.
Chrissie Swan whips up a batch of caramel slices and tricks her Nova colleagues amid RecipeTin Eats plagiarism scandal
01/05/25 04:35
Chrissie Swan has weighed in on the Nagi Maehashi and Brooke Bellamy plagiarism scandal by cooking up a batch of caramel slices for a taste test.
Hollywood star Tom Hardy fiercely defends small Welsh town as he cheekily tells presenter off in a VERY chaotic radio interview
28/04/25 23:03
Tom Hardy fiercely defended Barry Island's famous ghost train as he cheekily told off a radio presenter during a very chaotic radio interview.
Jackie 'O' Henderson gives glimpse inside her 'dream' Italian holiday - featuring private boat rides and breathtaking mountain range scenery
25/04/25 03:25
Jackie 'O' Henderson has been living it up in style on her lavish Easter escape with her daughter in Italy, as construction gets underway on her mansion in Sydney.
Kyle Sandilands builds sand castles with son Otto as he enjoys the Easter break with wife Tegan on a tropical holiday in Thailand
22/04/25 01:38
Kyle Sandilands spent Easter break living it up in style with his wife Tegan Kynaston and their two-year-old son Otto in Thailand's luxury holiday island Koh Samui.
Radio 1 DJ rushed to hospital for emergency surgery just six weeks after giving birth to baby boy
17/04/25 20:55
BBC Radio 1 DJ Katie Thistleton revealed on her Instagram Story on Thursday that she was rushed to hospital for emergency surgery - just six weeks after giving birth to her baby boy.
Australia's wildest awards show is sensationally AXED: 'This was not an easy decision...'
17/04/25 06:05
The Australian radio community is reeling from the announcement that this year's Australian Commercial Radio Awards (ACRAs) have been abruptly cancelled.

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