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This is who is tipped to replace Kyle & Jackie O

Jackie O exited the top-rated KIIS FM breakfast show after a public dispute and Kyle Sandilands' suspension; ARN explores temporary hosts and new show formats amid contract breach.

  • On Tuesday, ARN confirmed the national Kyle and Jackie O Show had ended after Jackie O Henderson told executives she cannot continue working with Kyle Sandilands.
  • Long-Running tensions and pay disputes set the backdrop for the split, with Sandilands' absences and an on-air `astrology` rant during the February 4 episode precipitating the breakdown.
  • One option floated is recruiting Toni Lodge and Ryan Jon to anchor KIIS Melbourne; their podcast draws more than three million monthly downloads, while Kent 'Smallzy' Smalls temporarily hosts breakfast with Brooklyn Ross on news.
  • ARN has offered Henderson an alternative show and reserves the right to terminate Sandilands' services if the breach is not remedied within 14 days, causing ARN's share price to rise 4 per cent.
  • Their $200 million contract underscores ARN's financial exposure, as new CEO Michael Stephenson pushes digital radio and podcasts, while Toni and Ryan could 'name their price'.
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Mumbrella broke the news in on Tuesday, March 3, 2026.
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