Published: 14:53, 4 Jun 2021. It all started after his boss told him to stop talking about pop star Demi Lovato. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University - with a bachelors degree in Broadcast Digital Journalism. I got off target, I guess you would say. BOSTON Kiss 108 radio host Matt Siegel of the "Matty in the Morning" show announced Tuesday that he is retiring after more than 40 years on the air. Im so proud of that.. On Wednesday, Lovato came out as non-binary and asked to be addressed using gender-neutral pronouns like they and them instead of he or she.. 1 - 5,000 Employees. Siegel, 72, announced on Tuesdays Matty in the Morning that he would be leaving the show after 41 years. Siegel closed his announcement with a message to the listeners who consistently made Matty in the Morning the top-rated radio show in Boston. "It's time, I've been honest the past 41 years with you, and I will continue. I want to thank the many behind the scenes workers at Kiss too, that you guys dont see. On the May 3 Matty in the Morning show, during which Siegel announced his retirement, cohost Billy Costa said Donovans mother had been sick. A criminal defense attorney in Boston is ready to help now! About a year ago, the popular radio host threatened to quit after he said he was told by station management to stop talking aboutmusician Demi Lovato's announcement that they identify as non-binary. BOSTON (CBS) - Matt Siegel, the longtime host of "Matty in the Morning" on Kiss 108 in Boston, announced his retirement on Tuesday. I just cant thank you enough. And my great wife and my great kids talked with me over the last several weeks and helped me come to a decision and the decision is this: As of now, I am retired. display: none; Im so proud of that. Copyright 2022 RadioInsight / RadioBB Networks. All rights reserved, Matty in the Morning," announced his retirement earlier this year, Matty in the Morning' Host Announces Retirement After 41 Years, Here's What Kiss 108's Matty in the Morning' Said After Threatening to Quit, What to Expect From Friday Night's Wintry Storm in New England, She Never Smoked. No one made note of those incidents on Tuesdays goodbye, with the shows hosts instead focusing on the positives of Siegels 41-year career. Radio host Matt Siegel back on the air after walking off over controversial comments. BOSTON (WHDH) - Matt Siegel on Tuesday announced his retirement from Kiss 108s popular Matty in the Morning show after decades at the radio station. Billy & Lisa in the Morning Listen to the best of Billy, Lisa, Justin and Winnie on Kiss 108, Boston's #1 Hit Music Station. At 8:10 a.m., Matt Siegel announced his retirement from Kiss 108 after 41 years at the station. Thats my job just to make people laugh. She'd like to hear from you when you have a chance, and wanted me to tell you she'll contact your family, let them know you're okay . Siegel also hosted the Boston Strong Show after the Marathon Bombing, an invite he said he was honored to receive. "All I want to do is make people laugh. Kiss 108 is Boston's #1 Hit Music Station in Boston, MA with the latest news, celebrity gossip, entertainment and artists like Dua Lipa, The Weeknd, Ariana Grande and more! UPDATE 5/20/21: 'Matty In The Morning' Radio Host Matt Siegel Returns, Day After He 'Snapped' On Air BOSTON (CBS) - Radio listeners in Boston were buzzing Wednesday about the status of Matt. Kiss 108's "Matty in the Morning" cohost Lisa Donovan. ", "We are witnessing a historic moment," said Siegel's co-host, Billy Costa said "Everyone will remember where they were when they heard that from Matt.". Ill miss you terribly. during which Siegel announced his retirement. "They could not supply him with a bed . He called his time there glorious., Siegel added, I want to say, most importantly, that its been such a glorious run. He was known for. Here was his message to family, friends, co-workers, and fans on his last day. CLEARWATER, Fla. -- Players play with undisclosed injuries all the time. Matty was supposed to have surgery today to put in his feeding tube, but this weekend he had gotten an infection and slight case of pneumonia and is on 2 kinds of meds for that. He . New episodes come out every Monday for free, with 1-week early access when you join Amazon Music or 1-week early and ad-free for Wondery+ subscribers "SmartLess" with Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, & Will Arnett is a podcast that connects and unites people from all walks of life to learn about shared experiences through thoughtful dialogue and organic hilarity. Matty in the Morning has been entertaining Bostonians for over forty years, the station said, ticking off honors including Marconi Awards and his induction into the Massachusetts Broadcasters Hall of Fame over the course of his legendary career. Local News Longtime "Matty in the Morning" Host Matt Siegel Is Retiring . So keep Matty in your prayers. The last of the disco DJs apparently ended his career on Kiss 108 this morning after bitching about how he was told to stop cracking wise about Demi Lovato's new non-binary status earlier today.. A bitter Matty complained that this is how he gets repaid for being the biggest, most non-lightweight DJ in the history of Boston radio, a veritable giant among lighweights, "bigger than Jess Cain . I know, and I have been honest for the 41 years Ive been with you, and so that will continue now. So, theyre wonderful and, well. Let me rephrase: Im starting my new retired life as a lousy golfer, but we decided it was time. Lisa Donovan has been with the station since 2002, while Billy Costa has been at Kiss 108 since 1980. Both Siegel and Donovan had been mysteriously absent from the morning show since April 19, and listeners quickly began asking where theyd gone. Listen to the best of Billy, Lisa, Justin and Winnie on Kiss 108, Boston's #1 Hit Music Station. "I did say that I was going to quit," Siegel said on air Thursday morning. A huge fan! Another doctor explains what's wrong with Matty's leg and announced that he's going to get surgery in the morning because he completely shattered his ankle so he's going to need some screws put in. I started getting a little grumpy on the radio, which I hate because all I want to do is make people laugh. Controversy erupted this week after the revelation that Penrith winger Taylan . On May 3, Siegel, 72, announced to listeners he was calling it a career after 41 years. I never thought I would win two Marconi Awards, which are given out to the top radio announcer in the country. Siegel has been MIA from his show for the past two weeks along with co-host Lisa Donovan. The show has been airing since 1981 thereby earning a legacy in Boston. Matt's humor made the mornings a little less miserable. Somebody had to say this is ridiculous, ya know. ", "I love you guys more than words can express," Siegel said, thanking his fans. He started his career in Oneonta NY and also spent time in Tucson and it production/vo at Warner Brothers Records prior to making his way to Boston. Thats all that was my job and I feel as though, with a couple of blips here and there, thats what I did. As of now I am retired, leaving Kiss 108 and starting my new life as a mediocre golfer, Siegel said in the announcement, adding by his own admission that the last year had been rough., I had brain surgery. "I didn't expect that and, so, I'm back. "I had long, long conversations yesterday with the company, and the company said, 'Listen, man, do your thing. Im so appreciative let me just list some of the things I am appreciative of. Update 5/3: In a pre-recorded statement, Matty Siegel announced his immediate retirement from iHeartMedia CHR " Kiss 108 " WXKS-FM Boston. A month later, co-host Rebekah "Bex" Maroun said she was leaving KISS-108 to move back to her native Philadelphia. You know that that meant a lot. Siegel reiterated his feelings about the move. Siegel found himself in hot water last year, when he walked out of the show after he said he was told by station management to stop talking aboutmusician Demi Lovato's announcement that they identify as non-binary. Kiss 108's "Matty in the Morning" radio host Matt Siegel has announced his retirement after more than 40 years on the air. 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The announcement was made shortly after 8 a.m. Siegel, 72, had been absent from the show since April 19. "As of now, I am retired. A heartbroken sister has paid tribute to her missing brother and his dog after their bodies were discovered in Glencoe.. Kyle Sambrook, 33, had taken a wild camping and hiking trip to the . May 4, 2022. Co-host Billy Costa will take the reigns of the morning show at least in the . Want to know more about Billy & Lisa in the Morning? Congratulations, Matty! I just, I dont know, man. Kiss 108s Matty in the Morning radio host Matt Siegel has announced his retirement after more than 40 years on the air. His cynical sense of humor was a breath of fresh air from the same old same old radio shows in the world. Matt Siegel made the announcement this morning on Kiss 108 after a lengthy recent absence from the Boston airwaves. Bex, aka Rebekah Maroun, is an executive producer and co-host of Matty in the Morning on Boston's Kiss 108. On both mornings, Siegel suggested he was being censored and that he was simply saying "what a lot of people were thinking.". I started getting a little grumpy on the radio, which I hate because all I want to do is make people laugh, Siegel told listeners following a recent two-week absence from the radio station. I love you guys more than words can express. I love this podcast. Matt Siegel, the longtime host of Kiss 108s Matty in the Morning show and a giant of Boston talk radio, is calling it a career. . That was wonderful. Double Play Flyaway with your chance to win a vacation to Universal Orlando Resort, Win tickets to Taylor Swift at Gillette Stadium, Bebe Rexha - Best F'n Night Of My Life at Citizens House of Blues, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. I'm leaving Kiss 108 and starting my new life as a mediocre golfer.". Here's an exclusive peek behind the curtain of Boston's favorite morning show. Matty out." "40+ years of Matt Siegel's legacy just came to a halt. Kiss 108s "Matty in the Morning" welcomed longtime cohost Lisa Donovan back to the airwaves Friday after almost a month-long hiatus. "When COVID hit, everything in my life sort of changed. "This past year has been a little rough. 2023 Cox Media Group. This past year has been a little rough for me. Waugh: "No, I did not, not at all.I did not get sent home." Julian: "I thought you did get sent home.". Haddin: "Naughty boy corner.". "Sorry to disappoint those of you who are excited that I was leaving, but I'm still here," Siegel said. We love Lisa Donovan, we wish her well, Costa said during the episode. Matt Sigel, 71, the host of the Matty in the Morning Show in Massachusetts on KISS 108, stormed off on Wednesday after joking about Demi Lovato coming out Demi, 28, came out as non-binary in a. Matty out." "40+ years of Matt Siegel's legacy just came to a halt. But the Gogglebox stars, who are expecting a baby boy, say Prince Harry has ruined the idea.. Harry's . I had brain surgery.. I talked to Hillary Clinton on Election Day. I just tried, every day, so hard, to be light and fun because I thought thats what you guys, my listeners, needed at the time.. We just know were here to do our jobs. ", "Impossible Not in a million years would I have thought I'd have the following I'd have. Donovan, who has also been missing for the last week, was still not on the air as producer Winnie Akoury explained she was subbing in to report traffic for her. Picture: Facebook. This past year has been a little rough for me. I want to thank all of the people who preceded them, over the last 40 years, who were on the show with me. BOSTON The host of one of Boston's most popular morning drive time radio shows says he's officially retired. On Tuesday night, it was confirmed that 6m worth of shares had been issued to Jason Levien, Steve Kaplan and Jake Silverstein, with loan notes due to be converted into equity as per an agreement reached in 2020.. On the face of it, a cash injection can only . ", "My wife and kids talked with me over the last seeral weeks and helped me come to a decision," he added. This past year has been a little rough for me. I had brain surgery. Follow Boston 25 News on Facebook and Twitter. "As of now, I am retired," he said. "This past year has been a little rough for me. Last year was a rough year for Siegel, by his own admission. I know, I know what youre thinking. Hoskins stopped short of calling it a tear, but Monday morning at BayCare Ballpark he . He'd occasionally receive minor slaps on the wrist for show, but he never changed. Hit em straight, Kiss108 said in a statement. By continuing to use this website you are giving consent to cookies being used. The show has a long history in Boston, having first aired on January 12, 1981. The co-host and executive producer has been off the show since host Matty Siegel returned a day after storming off when management reprimanded him for mocking Demi Lovato, who came out as non-binary. Mattys audio and transcript on his recorded statement follow: Hi, radio buddies, thanks for tuning in. Also, the management of iHeartMedia. Boston 25 News facebook feed(Opens a new window), Boston 25 News twitter feed(Opens a new window), Boston 25 News youtube feed(Opens a new window), School administrators: Create a closings account, 25 Investigates: Woburn court worker charged with witness intimidation, retired, collecting pension, Super-rare Jurassic-era bug discovered during Walmart shopping trip, 25 Investigates: International fugitives wanted for murder found hiding in Massachusetts, Five good sleep habits that add years to peoples lives, a new study found, Wrong-way driver causes multiple crashes near Prudential Tunnel. When Matty thinks about it too much, he feels the urge to throw up. New episodes come out every Monday for free, with 1-week early access when you join Amazon Music or 1-week early and ad-free for Wondery+ subscribers "SmartLess" with Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, & Will Arnett is a podcast that connects and unites people from all walks of life to learn about shared experiences through thoughtful dialogue and organic hilarity. Matty Johns has joined brother Andrew in calling for the NRL to outlaw third-man-in tackles completely. Follow Boston.com on Instagram (Opens in a New Tab), Follow Boston.com on Twitter (Opens in a New Tab), Like Boston.com on Facebook (Opens in a New Tab), Matty in the Morning host to make announcement Tuesday morning, following unexplained absence, Matty in the Morning co-host Rebekah Bex Maroun is leaving Kiss 108 following on-air incident, In New England, climate change is imperiling a winter tradition, 26-year-old Brown grad, Forbes 30 Under 30 member, dies after completing marathon in Arizona, Michael B. Jordan makes SNL hosting debut with musical guest Lil Baby. Get the show's official bio, social pages and articles on Kiss 108!Full Bio. BOSTON "Matty in the Morning" featuring long-time host Matt Siegel is coming to an end. Sure he battled with owners and management on occasion but he always came out on top. Kind of too few, too many rather, to mention, but yeah, I want to thank all of. Matt Siegel (born March 27, 1950) is an American retired radio personality. 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