'Radio Emperor' Howard Stern Re-signs with SiriusXM for 3 Years... 'I Am Nothing Without Robin'

"I found a way to have it all. Work, life, and radio." At the age of 71, the 'King of All Media' shows no signs of stopping. Howard Stern has chosen the microphone over retirement.

According to U.S. entertainment media such as Variety on the 17th (local time), Howard Stern officially announced on his show 'The Howard Stern Show' that he has extended his contract with SiriusXM for 3 years on the previous day (16th).

◆ "More Fun, Keep Broadcasting"

Stern informed listeners, "We are coming back for 3 more years," announcing the news of the re-signing. The key to this negotiation was 'Work-Life Balance'. He revealed, "Thanks to SiriusXM, I was able to create a more flexible schedule. I love radio, but I needed free time. I have worked my whole life and had no personal life."

Accordingly, it seems that the current schedule of broadcasting three times a week from Monday to Wednesday will be maintained, or the contract was signed in a way that guarantees him more breaks. While specific financial terms have not been disclosed, considering that the contract he signed in 2020 was worth approximately $100 million annually, it is estimated that he received top-level treatment in the industry this time as well.

◆ Soulmate, Robin Quivers

Stern cited the presence of his long-time partner Robin Quivers (73) as a prerequisite for the re-signing. He stated, "If Robin hadn't agreed, I wouldn't have either," expressing his immense trust in the news leader and co-host with whom he has collaborated for over 40 years. Fans will continue to hear the voices of Stern and Quivers until 2028.

◆ Politically Charged Rumors Addressed Head-On

This re-signing is significant in that it quells the 'Trump Pressure Rumors' that circulated this summer. Stern has been a strong critic of President Donald Trump, and there were rumors that SiriusXM would part ways with him for political reasons. However, the company chose to continue with Stern, acknowledging that he remains irreplaceable content.

Howard Stern, who moved from terrestrial radio to satellite radio in 2006. With this contract, his SiriusXM career will extend to 22 years.