Dr Chris Brown, Amy Gerard, and Jack Charles will officially launch as the new KIIS FM Sydney Breakfast line-up on Monday, November 9, according to ARN. According to ARN Chief Executive Officer Michael Stephenson, the new trio brings together big names and fresh talent to create content across radio, video, social, and live experiences following months of speculation and seven months after the departure of The Kyle and Jackie O Show.
The New KIIS Breakfast Line-Up and Launch Details
According to ARN, the newly formed breakfast show will launch on KIIS 1065 on Monday, November 9. According to ARN Chief Executive Officer Michael Stephenson, the network aimed to build a team for listeners that creates integrated opportunities for brands. According to ARN Chief Content Officer Kerri Elstub, the network wanted a show that feels fresh and unmistakably Sydney while delivering major entertainment moments.
Pro Tip: Listeners can tune in to KIIS 1065 starting November 9 to catch the brand-new breakfast format featuring Dr Chris Brown, Amy Gerard, and Jack Charles alongside newsreader Natalie Penfold.
Background of the New Hosts
According to Brown, waking up with the city and bringing a dose of real life, warmth, and humor is a dream come true. Amy Gerard joins the team after working as a regular fill-in host on KIIS Breakfast and hosting KIIS Weekends, according to ARN. According to Gerard, the chemistry between the co-hosts feels natural and unpredictable. Jack Charles joins KIIS after departing competitor Nova after 11 years, according to ARN. According to Charles, his co-hosts bring out the best and worst in each other, setting Sydney up for a fun ride. Natalie Penfold joins the program as the show’s newsreader, according to ARN.
Network Changes and Departures
According to ARN, the new line-up follows the collapse of The Kyle and Jackie O Show seven months prior. According to reports, Kyle Sandilands and Jackie ‘O’ Henderson left the network earlier in the year following an on-air dispute regarding astrological signs. According to filings, Sandilands filed a $100 million lawsuit against ARN, which resulted in a $12 million settlement in June, while Henderson filed an $82.25 million suit against the network. Additionally, ARN announced that radio duo Will McMahon and Woody Whitelaw will depart KIIS at the end of 2026 as the network adopts a refreshed approach for its 2027 lineup, according to the network.
Did You Know? Before joining KIIS Breakfast, Jack Charles spent 11 years at competitor network Nova before making the jump to ARN.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the new KIIS Breakfast show start?
According to ARN, the new show officially launches on KIIS 1065 on Monday, November 9.
Who are the new hosts of KIIS FM Sydney Breakfast?
According to ARN, the new hosts are Dr Chris Brown, Amy Gerard, and Jack Charles, with Natalie Penfold serving as newsreader.
What happened to The Kyle and Jackie O Show?
According to reports, the show was taken off-air following an on-air dispute between Kyle Sandilands and Jackie ‘O’ Henderson, leading to the termination of Sandilands’ contract and subsequent legal proceedings involving both hosts and ARN.
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