US Edition
‘Rethink’: Jackie O insider speaks out
ARN Media ended Jackie O's contract and suspended Kyle Sandilands after a serious misconduct allegation during their on-air clash, ending a 27-year partnership with a $100 million deal.
- On Tuesday, Sandilands said ARN did not run a genuine process and claimed he was told not to contact colleagues, including Jackie O, with the quote 'ARN told me that I am not allowed to contact Jackie...'
- The Feb. 20 broadcast saw Sandilands challenge Henderson over astrology, berating her during a segment about Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and causing Henderson to walk out and take extended leave.
- Contract records show ARN's $200 million, 10‑year deal with Sandilands and Henderson has collapsed amid a $28 million revenue drop in 2025.
- ARN confirmed on March 3 that Henderson would cease presenting and Sandilands was suspended; Sandilands said, 'ARN told me that I am not allowed to contact Jackie...' and hired Johnson Winter Slattery, Henderson stated, 'It has been truly heartbreaking to see how this has unfolded.'
- Industry commentators say sources are discussing a reunion for Jackie 'O' Henderson and Kyle Sandilands, with ARN proposing an alternative show and Henderson's company exploring event opportunities next month.
16 Articles
16 Articles
Breaking: Kyle Sandilands insists he is 'not in breach' of $100m radio contract
Kyle Sandilands has argued he is not in breach of his $100 million contract with ARN Media after being taken off air for "an act of serious misconduct" on his and Jackie "O" Henderson's hit radio show.
Kyle breaks silence on shock radio split, calls on ARN to put him back on air
Kyle Sandliands has claimed he has been banned from contacting his KIIS FM host Jackie 'O' Henderson and has urged his employer ARN Media to reinstate him in his first statement since the radio duo's shock split.The longtime radio host broke his silence with a lengthy statement today, speaking directly to "my listeners, my colleagues and the public" about the events that led to his on-air suspension last month."On 20 February, I had an argument…
Sydney Morning Herald
Kyle Sandilands insists he didn’t breach his contract, demands $100m deal be honoured
The controversial broadcaster revealed he had apologised to Jackie “O” Henderson after berating her live on air to the point of tears.
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 42% of the sources lean Right
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
