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Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Business
- Daily Mail
BREAKING NEWS Sirius XM fires Michelle Beadle after on-air rant over Stephen A. Smith taking her job
Michelle Beadle and Cody Decker have been fired by Sirius XM, a day after Beadle ranted on-air about Stephen A. Smith taking her job this September. Sirius XM and the Beadle & Decker co-hosts have 'parted ways' as of Thursday night. Beadle responded to the reports on X to confirm the news, saying: 'And we'd like to thank the callers who made the last couple of days an absolute blast!! Truly. You don't usually get such love on your way out. 'Security usually walks ya to the door. You guys rule. 6 hours of how you felt. And you all were heard!' Decker, meanwhile, said in a series of tweets: 'Our listeners. My god. Just badasses. Unruly passionate badasses. So who's drinking?' 'All I ask is to be treated with respect,' the blindside host said Wednesday, shortly after learning about the Smith deal. 'Yeah so the cat's out of the bag, I guess we're talking about it,' Beadle told her audience. 'We weren't supposed to, just as a heads up.' Michelle Beadle gave her Sirius XM audience a window into the chaotic industry Wednesday Although they knew they were on their way out, Beadle and co-host Cody Decker didn't know they were being replaced by Smith until his interview with Sirius XM's Howard Stern earlier in the day. 'We were only given a few hours' notice, but we weren't told any details, we were promised that no details would be released. We didn't even know who was taking our place in the lineup, just that it was going to be announced that a new show was being added. 'Unbeknownst to us, "The Hollywood Reporter," of course, had all the details,' Beadle continued, referring to an article about Smith's interview with Stern. 'So it was a little embarrassing, I'm not going to lie. 'I've been in this business for 20-plus years, I've been treated poorly a couple times, this didn't feel good, I'm not gonna lie.' Smith recently signed a five-year, $120 million extension with ESPN, but told Stern he'd add a pair of SiriusXM shows to his already busy schedule beginning in September. One of those gigs will be replacing Beadle & Decker. Beadle previously had a couple of stints at ESPN, one of which she thought was cut short because she'd angered LeBron James.
Newsweek
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Billy Joel Health Update After Diagnosis—Howard Stern Shares How He's Doing
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Howard Stern shared a health update on Billy Joel after the music icon canceled his upcoming performances following a brain condition diagnosis. During a recent episode of SiriusXM's The Howard Stern Show, host Stern said they recently met up and "he's doing fine." Newsweek reached out to Joel's representative via email for comment. The Context On May 23, Joel's team revealed he was diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH) and announced he would be canceling the remainder of his scheduled concert dates. According to the Cleveland Clinic, NPH "happens when cerebrospinal fluid builds up inside your skull and presses on your brain. This condition is most likely in people over 65. It's often treatable and sometimes even reversible. Treating this condition involves surgery to implant a shunt to drain excess fluid from the inside of your skull." Joel's statement, shared via Instagram, read: "This condition has been exacerbated by recent concert performances, leading to problems with hearing, vision, and balance. Under his doctor's instructions, Billy is undergoing specific physical therapy and has been advised to refrain from performing during this recovery period." "Billy is thankful for the excellent care he is receiving and is fully committed to prioritizing his health," the statement continued. "He is grateful for the support from fans during this time and looks forward to the day when he can once again take the stage." The news came after the 76-year-old sparked concern following a fall during a concert in February. Howard Stern (L) poses for a photo with Billy Joel on SiriusXM/Howard Stern on February 14, 2024. Howard Stern (L) poses for a photo with Billy Joel on SiriusXM/Howard Stern on February 14, To Know On Tuesday's episode of The Howard Stern Show, Stern told his co-host, Robin Quivers, that he had dinner with Joel "two weeks ago." "He had some issues. He announced an illness," Quivers said, to which Stern replied: "Yeah, he does have issues, but he said, 'You can tell people, you know, I'm not dying.' He wants people to know that. He just, he's got to deal with some medical stuff, but he was delightful." Stern said that they "had a great time with the wives," referring to his wife, Beth Stern, and Joel's wife, Alexis Roderick. "We had a great conversation. I was telling him I'm enjoying playing classical music on the guitar." "I'm sure that made him happy," Quivers shared. "It did. He lit up because that's what he's into," Stern said. The broadcaster added that he "even brought out the guitar" as they celebrated the "Piano Man" artist's birthday, which was on May 9. "He threw up," Stern joked about his guitar skills. "He didn't seem real impressed." What People Are Saying The Howard Stern Show posted a snippet from Tuesday's show to Instagram. In the comments, Joel's fans reacted to the update. Instagram user @trevora6237 commented: "Good to hear this!" @spfarrell commented: "Good news is always appreciated." @dave_montecarlo commented: "Wishing the best for Billy! What a talented down to earth guy." @sbgord61 commented: "I was waiting for your update on Billy! Thank you. Great friendship." What Happens Next The Howard Stern Show, which airs on SiriusXM's Howard 100 channel, is broadcast live from Mondays through Wednesdays, starting at 7 a.m. ET. The full show is also available on the SiriusXM app.
Daily Mail
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Billy Joel issues major health update after sparking fears he's 'dying' from brain disorder
Billy Joel provided his close friend Howard Stern with an update on his health, two weeks after the musician revealed he's been battling a brain condition. The radio show host, 71, said that the Piano Man singer, 76, is 'doing fine' after he was diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH), which has impacted his 'hearing, vision, and balance.' 'He does have issues, but he said, "Yeah, you can tell people, I'm not dying,"' Stern said on his Sirius XM show The Howard Stern Show on Tuesday, adding, 'He wants people to know that.' Stern said the two of them had dinner a couple of weeks prior, sharing, 'He's got to deal with some medical stuff, but he was delightful.' Stern also told his co-host Robin Quivers that he had a 'great conversation' with Joel, and that he 'brought out a guitar' as they celebrated Joel's birthday. The singer turned 76 on May 9. Stern humorously added that he failed to impress the iconic American musician with his rendition of Happy Birthday, joking that Joel 'threw up' after hearing it. 'He didn't seem real impressed,' he joked. Last month Joel shared his battle with the brain condition and announced the cancellation of his upcoming concerts, following recent onstage struggles. 'Hydrocephalus is the buildup of fluid in the brain, enlarging the ventricles and puts pressure on brain tissue, potentially causing damage and neurological symptoms,' per Mayo Clinic. Joel's Instagram statement revealed that his recent live shows have worsened the symptoms. Joel is currently undergoing targeted physical therapy as prescribed by his doctor and has been 'advised to refrain from performing during this recovery period.' When diagnosed early, NPH can often be effectively treated with surgery that drains excess fluid from the brain, relieving pressure and symptoms. However, if left untreated, the condition may lead to permanent damage in its later stages. The legendary musician also expressed his gratitude for the care he's receiving and thanked fans for their continued support. 'I'm sincerely sorry to disappoint our audience, and thank you for understanding,' Joel's statement on Instagram read. 'Billy is thankful for the excellent care he is receiving and is fully committed to prioritizing his health,' the statement added. It continued, 'He is grateful for the support from fans during this time and looks forward to the day when he can once again take the stage.' 'He does have issues, but he said, 'Yeah, you can tell people, I'm not dying,'' Stern said on his Sirius XM show The Howard Stern Show on Tuesday; Joel pictured with wife Alexis Roderick and their two young daughters Fans won't need to take any steps to receive a refund—payments will be automatically returned to the original form of purchase. Canceled dates include his summer show in New York City, along with stops in New Orleans, Toronto, Santa Clara, Salt Lake City, Washington, D.C., and Liverpool. The new health update comes after Joel previously postponed his tour by only four months 'due to a medical condition.' A statement posted to his Instagram on March 11 revealed the tour has been halted after the Uptown Girl singer underwent a recent surgery. 'The current tour will be postponed for four months to allow him to recover from recent surgery and to undergo physical therapy under the supervision of his doctors. Joel is expected to make a full recovery. The tour will resume at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh on July 5, 2025,' the post read. 'While I regret postponing any shows, my health must come first. I look forward to getting back on stage and sharing the joy of live music with our amazing fans. Thank you for your understanding,' Joel said in the statement at the time. Shortly after, numerous fans sent their prayers and well-wishes for Joel's speedy recovery. 'Take whatever time you need for you to heal,' one wrote, adding a red heart emoji. 'stay healthy. We need you around a long time.!' 'Sending love and healing to @billyjoel !!' another wrote. 'Speedy recovery. The comeback is always greater than the setback,' one fan posted. Multiple fans also speculated if his medical issues were connected to his recent fall on stage. 'Did this have anything to do with the fall he had a couple weeks ago?? Take care Billy!!' one asked. He took to Instagram to share that he's been diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH) 'Did he break something when he took a spill on stage?' another askd. On Reddit, one posted: 'I hope he's ok. I wonder what happened,' prompting one to respond suggesting that his recent fall may have factored into his current condition. 'I was afraid it was related to the fall. Even though he played it off, I thought there might be more to it,' the first poster said. 'Hope Billy is all good (especially after he fell on stage recently),' another weighed in. In late February, Joel suffered a nasty fall on stage during a gig at the Mohegan Sun resort in Monteville, Connecticut, sparking major fear amongst fans. Footage from the show captures the Grammy winner spinning a microphone stand before hurling it across the stage—only to suddenly topple over moments later. The musician was helped up by his band managed to carry on with the rest of the show and sang one more song for his fans. One attendee said: 'He looked frail hobbling across the stage. At one point, he was using the microphone stand as a cane. 'I was really very concerned about him throughout the concert.' Meanwhile, fans flooded social media with shocked reactions, with one writing, 'Oh my goodness, I hope he gets better.' Photos of the unsettling fall capture Joel—dressed in an all-black suit and dress shoes—appearing to stumble before hitting the stage hard on his side, then rolling onto his back. And the songwriter has never been one to shy away from discussing the realities of aging. In a conversation with BBC Radio 2 DJ Zoe Ball, he was asked whether he maintains a healthy lifestyle through diet and exercise. His candid response? 'None of the above. I don't think I look all that good. But I don't look in the mirror that often, which helps a lot. There's a saying, 'things don't look half bad with one eye closed.'' Over the years, Joel has been open about his struggles with alcohol and substance abuse, as well as his battles with mental health, which at one point led to a suicide attempt amid career pressures. Reflecting on what he's most proud of, the legendary musician summed it up simply: 'My ability to move on with life. I've had difficulties in my life, but it never stopped me from continuing. Troubles with business didn't stop me from doing business. I have no bitterness about anything, even people who rip me off, I let it go. I'm content with that. I'm happy. I'm having a happy ending.' Billy's illustrious career as a musician began back in the mid-1960, which led to the release of debut studio album, Cold Spring Harbor (1971). But it failed to gain any real traction until after the success of his follow-up, Piano Man (1973), that peaked at number 25 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and number four on the Adult Contemporary singles chart. Now an established name on the musical landscape, Joel became a million seller with the release of Streetlife Serenade (1974), but his commercial breakout making him a bonafide star came with the release of The Stranger (1977), which featured the hit singles Movin' Out (Anthony's Song), Just The Way You Are, She's Always a Woman, The Stranger, and Only The Good Die Young. He would go on to release a 13th album - Fantasies & Delusions (2001) - that features classical compositions from Joel, a first for him during his career. With over 160 million records sold worldwide, Billy Joel is one of the world's best-selling musical artists, and the fourth-best-selling solo artist in the United States.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Howard Stern explains what friend Billy Joel wants everyone to know about his brain disorder diagnosis
Howard Stern has shared a positive update on Billy Joel's health after the singer's shocking brain disorder diagnosis. On Tuesday, during an episode of SiriusXM's 'The Howard Stern Show,' the 71-year-old shock jock revealed that Joel is 'not dying' after being diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus. 'I saw Billy Joel two weeks ago,' he told co-host Robin Quivers. 'We had dinner together.' 'Yeah, he does have issues,' Stern continued. 'But he said, 'Yeah, you can tell people, you know, I'm not dying.' You know, he wants people to know that. He just, he's gotta deal with some medical stuff, but he was delightful.' Stern added that he and the 'Piano Man' singer had a 'great conversation' and that he even 'brought out the guitar' to celebrate Joel's 76th birthday, which was on May 9. 'We had a great time with the wives. We had a great conversation,' the Sirius XM host said. 'I was telling him I'm enjoying playing classical music on the guitar.' 'Then it was his birthday. I even brought out the guitar and sang 'Happy Birthday' to him, then he threw up,' Stern joked. 'He didn't seem real impressed.' Stern's relieving update on Joel's health comes after the 'New York State of Mind' musician revealed that he was diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus last month and canceled all his tour dates through next year. The rare disorder, which reportedly affects about 0.2% of people between the ages of 70 and 80, occurs when cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) builds up inside the skull, presses on the brain and disrupts cognitive functioning. 'Billy Joel has announced that he will be cancelling all scheduled concerts following a recent diagnosis of Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH),' the 'Only the Good Die Young' crooner's team said in a lengthy Instagram announcement on May 23. 'This condition has been exacerbated by recent concert performances, leading to problems with hearing, vision, and balance,' it continued. 'Under his doctor's instructions, Billy is undergoing specific physical therapy and has been advised to refrain from performing during this recovery period.' 'I'm sincerely sorry to disappoint our audience,' Joel added, 'and thank you for understanding.' Joel's wife, Alexis Roderick Joel, 43, broke her silence on her famous hubby's startling diagnosis days later. 'Thank you for the outpouring of love and support,' she wrote on his Instagram account alongside a shot of herself, Joel, and their daughters Della, 9, and Remy, 7. 'We are so grateful for the wonderful care and swift diagnosis we received.' 'Bill is beloved by so many, and to us, he is a father and husband who is at the center of our world,' she added. 'We are hopeful for his recovery. We look forward to seeing you all in the future.' Despite the 'Scenes From an Italian Restaurant' music legend's health issues, sources close to Joel insisted he is 'not ready to retire.' 'He is happiest while performing,' a music industry insider told People last week. 'Music is, has been and will always be his life. He's not ready to retire.' 'He is not retiring and hopes to be able to resume performing as his recovery progresses,' another insider told the outlet. However, The Post exclusively reported that Joel will not be attending the Tribeca Festival opening night world premiere of his new documentary, 'Billy Joel: And So It Goes,' on Wednesday, June 4, in the wake of his diagnosis. 'Our hearts are with Billy Joel and his family following today's announcement,' the film festival's co-founders, Jane Rosenthal and Robert De Niro, said in a statement. 'We send our love and full support and wish him strength and a healthy recovery.' 'We're deeply honored that this year's Opening Night celebrates his remarkable legacy and enduring influence on New York's cultural landscape,' they added. 'This is the perfect moment to recognize a creative force whose work reflects the very soul of our city – and the heart of Tribeca.'
Fox News
16-05-2025
- Sport
- Fox News
Howard Stern says he only will attend a Knicks game if given front row seats: 'First-row type person'
Howard Stern has made it clear: if he isn't sitting in the front row at Madison Square Garden watching the New York Knicks, then he isn't going at all. Stern, 71, is not known to be the biggest sports fan, but does support the Knicks, who hold a 3-2 series lead over the defending champion Boston Celtics in the Eastern Conference semifinals. Yet despite the team's playoff success, Stern will not be a part of the raucous Madison Square Garden crowd unless he gets front row seats. "You can tell your place in show business by where they place you at the Knicks game. The day they put me in the second row, I quit. Because I consider myself a first-row type person," Stern said on "The Howard Stern Show." "I'm very aware of where they seat me, and it's very important to me. If they said to me, 'Look, you're not gonna be in the first row,' I'd turn around and leave. It would be embarrassing to me." Stern does have interest in going to an upcoming Knicks' playoff game, but will only attend if his requirements are met. "I have tremendous interest, but I wouldn't go. I'm very self-conscious. I wait for them to invite me," Stern said. "I don't want to take advantage and I know everyone comes out of the woodwork for the Finals. I don't want to be that guy. I prefer when the Knicks are dead last, then I don't feel guilty taking the tickets because nobody wants to go." While he would like to go to a game, if invited, the longtime host does not have a lot of faith in the Knicks knocking off the Celtics and moving on. "I still feel like the Knicks are gonna blow it. I get agita with that team," Stern said. The Celtics won Game 5 at the TD Garden in Boston 127-105 despite not having star player Jayson Tatum due to an Achilles injury he suffered at the end of Game 4. The Knicks have another chance to clinch the series on Friday at 8 p.m. ET, when the series returns to Madison Square Garden. The team has not made the conference finals since 2000. Follow Fox News Digital's sports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.
