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Howard Stern Signs on to America's Got Talent!

Us Weekly – Thu, Dec 15, 2011 11:35 AM PST

America's Got Talent's got Howard!

Howard Stern has signed a deal to join the judges' panel on America's Got Talent, he announced Thursday morning on his Sirius XM radio show.

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Stern, 57, said that the Los Angeles-based NBC talent competition will move the production to NYC to accommodate the acerbic shook jock, who lives in the Big Apple with wife Beth Ostrosky.

NBC then confirmed the news -- including the NYC move -- in a statement.

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"Howard Stern's larger-than-life personality will bring a thrilling new dynamic to America’s Got Talent starting this summer," NBC exec Paul Telegdy said. "He's a proven innovator and his track record in broadcasting is truly remarkable. Howard is very passionate about this show and is fully committed to its future success."

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Back in November, rumors floated that Stern was nearing a $15 million deal to sit alongside Howie Mandel and Sharon Osborne, replacing the departing Piers Morgan.

"I would be an excellent judge," he said at a premiere of the rumors. "After all, I’ve had a 35 year career. I've made stars out out people like Ronnie the Limo Driver and Eric the Midget," he said, referring to people he has featured on his radio show. "I would be good because I would mentor and show people the way."

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1,358 comments

BR • 5 months ago
I certainly won't watch anymore. Howard is an idiot that I don't need in my life.
- Stone 5 months ago
  Our listners have brought up boycotting NBC and thier sponsors.
  
  http://youtu.be/RS4Y52lqmg4
Donald • 5 months ago
JUST WHAT THE SHOW WAS MISSING A LOUD DUM #$%$ JEW. HOWARD SUCKS GOOD BYE AGT.
Kathy • 5 months ago
My husband and I have been watching AGT every summer. It always gave us something entertaining to watch during the summer. I guess this year we'll get more stuff done outside as we will NOT watch this idiot on AGT.
- S C 5 months ago
  You are obviously a very close-minded individual.....sad. Why would'nt you at least watch first before you pass judgement? You probably call yourself a Christian....this too is sad.
- J Guff 5 months ago
  kathys profile pic proves who the idiot is
- Richh Cause 5 months ago
  Lol, I suppose she is not entitled to any opinion of her own?
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NormH • 5 months ago
I guess that I will NOT be watching American Idol anymore. Too bad I always liked it before.
- TJ 5 months ago
  ?
- RickMan 5 months ago
  What's Idol have to do with America's got talent?
- Stan 5 months ago
  Awesome reading skills
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Brandy • 5 months ago
Would almost be worth watching now. Almost.
- bloome 5 months ago
  I like your style....ALMOST....now THAT is a comment worth replying to
- O.G. - Oscar the Grouch 5 months ago
  LOL. i concur.
- fernandaux 5 months ago
  Agreed.
KennyF • 5 months ago
good luck howard you always had a keen sense for good talent man congrats dude!!!!!!
- Nash 5 months ago
  you are a stupid idiot
- remoh retloc 5 months ago
  the perverts will get high scores from the perverted judge.
- dan 5 months ago
  hey kennyf.....you must have dropped out of high school. your an idiot. nuff said.
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guyfox • 5 months ago
Go Howard... those of us with brains always knew you were an honest reporter of mature and healthy dialog...!!!
JamesO • 5 months ago
All the more reason not to watch Americas got talent !
Darren • 5 months ago
Howard Stern whether you like him or not is one of histories most successful entertains ever. And the theory here is if you don't like him don't watch or listen--I wouldn't miss it for the world!
Domingo • 5 months ago
Gives me a good reason not to watch AGT. I love the show but howard stern!!??!!
Jimbo • 5 months ago
Howard Stern is a Pig and a womanizer. He has a fowl mouth and sorry for those who like this "reality" tv fad. None of them are really real anyway. Just my opinion of course.
Robert • 5 months ago
#$%$ Not a great show either.
Mike E. • 5 months ago
What are all of you on the net? Howard Stern is on right now on Piers Morgan at 606pm PST.
bigdaddy • 5 months ago
well i quess it's time for me to stop watching americas got talent now that , that no talent jerk is on it
Dr. DuBury MiDung, M.D. • 5 months ago
I LOVE STERN! HES NO FOOL! WATCH AND SEE HOW HE DOES ON THE SHOW. PEOPLE THINK HE WILL RUIN THE SHOW WITH HIS DIRTY MOUTH! BUT HES TOO SMART TO CURSE ON T.V.! THE RATEING WILL GO THRU THE ROOF!
Dr. DuBury MiDung, M.D. • 5 months ago
GREAT! HE AND HOWIE, WILL MAKE THE SHOW FUNNY!
BooBoo • 5 months ago
Unbelievable - bad taste that is. That man is pure slime. The end.
bears • 5 months ago
OMG.....this man may laugh all the way to the bank ....this guy is a freak show .....My god this lets all know you can make your dreams come true..........
X • 5 months ago
...and THIS is exactly why AGT wants Stern!! Whether you like him or not,.....he can get something out of everyone. Brilliant! In fact, he's so good, families are moving to New York just to accommodate him.
Steveorino • 5 months ago
Stern has a 5 year 500 Million dollar contract....Do you? I suggest you go cry about it.