Tyrus Slams Howard Stern After SiriusXM “Kills” Legendary Show
Fox News contributor and former pro wrestler Tyrus did not hold back when he heard that SiriusXM had officially canceled The Howard Stern Show after a severe ratings slump.
Reacting harshly to Stern’s “downfall,” Tyrus bluntly declared:
“Let him keep the show, let people see who he really is. F* him.”**
This harsh comment quickly caused a stir, and also reflected the views of many former fans who turned their backs on Stern, saying that his “transformation” from a rebellious shock jock to a politically charged mic had driven him into a dead end.
The End of a Radio Empire
Howard Stern, once known as the “King of All Media,” has seen his decades-long reign quietly come to an end. SiriusXM confirms show cancellation after long-term decline in listenership — a steep fall for the once-ace of the platform.
Starting in the 1980s with a bold, boundary-breaking style, Stern made history by bringing millions of fans to SiriusXM in 2006. But the turning point came when he publicly turned the microphone on politics, even admitting he “hated” everyone who voted for Donald Trump. That moment, for many fans, was the end.
The Price of Losing Your Audience
Once signed to a massive $100 million-a-year contract, Stern became a “burden” as his listenership plummeted. SiriusXM executives reportedly had no reason to renew, because “the profits were no longer worth the huge costs.”
From Icon to Warning
Howard Stern’s show’s demise has satisfied critics who see it as a “reasonable end” for a legend who has lost his identity. Social media is awash with sarcastic comments calling him a “Hollywood sycophant” and accusing him of “Trump-phobia.”
Stern’s legacy, however, is undeniable. He redefined interviewing standards, fought for freedom of speech, and became a pop culture phenomenon for more than four decades.
The Remaining Question
Howard Stern will leave the airwaves quietly, without a coda, without a halo. Will he choose to retire or find his way to a new platform? And more importantly: can any “king of media” survive when they have lost their loyal audience?
One thing is certain: Howard Stern has closed the final chapter as the creator—and destroyer—of his own legend.