This is really bittersweet. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts. I was very, very flattered to be asked to speak on the part of the city. He had an amazing career. So, theyre wonderful and, well. I had a broken foot. First of all, my team. Listen to the best of Billy, Lisa, Justin and Winnie on Kiss 108, Boston's #1 Hit Music Station. I started getting a little grumpy on the radio, which I hate, Siegel said on Tuesday. Co-host Billy Costa will take the reigns of the morning show at least in the interim. 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. Donovan did not participate in Siegels farewell show, with Costa later saying that she had been attending to her sick mother in South Carolina. Lance Venta is Owner and Publisher of RadioInsight.com. 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 . The former "Matty in the Morning" show has been rebranded to "Billy and Lisa in the Morning," with Justin Aguirre and Winnie Akoury staying onboard as co-hosts. On the May 3 Matty in the Morning show, during which Siegel announced his retirement, cohost Billy Costa said Donovans mother had been sick. Hit em straight! But he wound up returning to the show a day later. Ill miss you terribly. MA with the . Update 5/2: It was announced on-air this morning that Matty Siegel will return to his Matty in the Morning show on iHeartMedia CHR Kiss 108 WXKS-FM Boston on Tuesday, May 3 to make an announcement in the 8am hour. "I had long, long conversations yesterday with the company, and the company said, 'Listen, man, do your thing. When I think back to when I started in radio, making $2.00 an hour, I never thought I would mount to this. Receive the latest news and breaking updates, straight from our newsroom to your inbox. Ill miss you terribly. I know, and I have been honest for the 41 years Ive been with you, and so that will continue now. We love Lisa Donovan, we wish her well, Costa said. Congratulations, Matty, we hope you enjoy your well-deserved retirement., Siegel engaged in some reflection, pointing out that the gig at Kiss108 wasnt his first radio job. An amazing career, a Boston icon in radio. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Both Siegel and Donovan had been mysteriously absent from the morning show since April 19, and listeners quickly began asking where theyd gone. Siegel, has been hosting mornings at WXKS-FM since January 1981. Check back for updates as more information becomes available. Congratulations, Matty! He called his time there glorious., Siegel added, I want to say, most importantly, that its been such a glorious run. Matty In The Morning has a legacy in Boston and has been on the air since January 198 I had a broken foot. 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. Forty-one years. And the decision is this: As of now I am retired, leaving Kiss 108 and starting my new life as a mediocre golfer.. 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. If you've spent some time in Boston and listened to the radio, then there's a good chance you've stumbled across Kiss 108 and their most famous host, Matt Siegel. We'll get out of your way,'" said Siegel, of Newton. This past year has been a little rough for me. Kiss 108 said the show has been number one in Boston among women for decades, and that ratings have even increased some during the three months that Costa and Donovan have been leading the program. Billy & Lisa in the Morning Kiss 108 (WXKS-FM) Society & Culture 4.6 200 Ratings; Listen to the best of Billy, Lisa, Justin and Winnie on Kiss 108, Boston's #1 Hit Music Station. Donovan told listeners that she took a couple weeks to take care of my parents, my family in South Carolina. 0. He got away with everything. 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Costa has been hosting "Matty In The Morning" after Siegel and Lisa Donovan went radio silent early last week. Original Report 4/29: Morning hosts Matty Siegel and Lisa Donovan have been off the air at iHeartMedia CHR Kiss 108 WXKS-FM Bostons Matty in the Morning since early last week with what was originally acknowledged as each dealing with family matters. Bill would see benefits restored by Seth Moulton bill, Denver gang member gave 14-year-old permission to open fire on woman with AR-15 after fender-bender, DA alleges, In 4 years, Lori Lightfoot went from breakout political star to divisive mayor of a Chicago beset by pandemic and crime, Florida lawmakers to consider expansion of so-called dont say gay law, Drone crashes at Disneyland after hovering over visitors heads See video, Rapper Travis Scott wanted for assaulting Manhattan club sound engineer, destroying $12K in equipment. I realized how much I missed my family and my friends and being surrounded by the people that I wanted to be close to," she said. Thats all that was my job and I feel as though, with a couple of blips here and there, thats what I did. Download the FREE Boston 25 News app for breaking news alerts. All content Copyright 2000 - 2023 WHDH-TV. Is the band back together? another asked. My great wife and my great kids talked with me over the last several weeks and helped me come to a decision, Siegel said. Thats my job, just to make people laugh, and I got off target, I guess you would say, Siegel admitted Tuesday. May 4, 2022. It didnt turn out so well, but we, you know, joked, and it was such a thrill. The banter on this show is hysterical. At the Kiss Concert, in a Spider-Man outfit, being lowered from the ceiling and all these silly things that I did, over the years, with my team, just to make people laugh. }Customer Service. Sure he battled with owners and management on occasion but he always came out on top. Im so appreciative, I cant tell you. "Matty in the Morning" featuring long-time host Matt Siegel is coming to an end. For 41 years. [But] I agree with my family that it is time to walk away., Stay up to date on all the latest news from Boston.com. 14:04, 28 FEB 2023. 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.. I had brain surgery. By using this website, you accept the terms of our Visitor Agreement and Privacy Policy, and understand your options regarding Ad Choices. 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. Last May, Siegel "quit" the show following an on-air rant, only to return a day later. A co-host of Kiss 108's popular radio show "Matty in the Morning" is leaving the station, only a few weeks after being subjected to the on-air wrath of titular host Matt Siegel.. BOSTON (WHDH) - Matt Siegel on Tuesday announced his retirement from Kiss 108s popular Matty in the Morning show after decades at the radio station. This past year has been a little rough for me. I just I dont even feel like I deserved it, not that much. Want to know more about Billy & Lisa in the Morning? (Image: Matty/@CallsignKodak) Some events in Gloucestershire are as seasonal as . The show which has a legacy in Boston has since January 12, 1981, been on the air. Copyright 2023 NBCUniversal Media, LLC. "This past year has been a little bit rough for me -- brain surgery, broken foot, I started getting a little grumpy on the radio, which I hate," Siegel said. The show has a long history in Boston, having first aired on January 12, 1981. They were great. 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. This news comes after the 72-year-old host took a hiatus for the past two weeks. He pushed people's buttons and always got away with it and would always be back. I'm leaving Kiss 108 and starting my new life as a mediocre golfer.". He created an institution.. News Tips: (800) 280-TIPS Learn about careers at Cox Media Group. CLEARWATER, Fla. -- Players play with undisclosed injuries all the time. 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.. Kiss 108 Host Matt Siegel Has Officially Announced His Retirement From Radio, Effective Immediately. MATT Siegel is the host of the radio show Matty In The Morning on KISS 108, a staple in the Massachusetts area. ), WHDH TV 7NEWS WLVI TV CW56 Still all of "Matty in the Morning" audio elements airing this morning on KISS. Did I just hear Lisas voice doing the weather? BOSTON The host of one of Boston's most popular morning drive time radio shows says he's officially retired. ", "Impossible Not in a million years would I have thought I'd have the following I'd have. When I think back to when I started in radio, making $2.00 an hour, I never thought I would mount to this, he said. What hes done for Boston radio, New England radio, and all of you guys is unprecedented, Costa said. Emmerdale's Dominic Brunt said educating himself on the topic of suicide for his upcoming storyline has been "really shocking", but he felt "privileged and honoured" to serve the story. 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. Last year was a rough year for Siegel, by his own admission. Enjoy your well-deserved retirement. Costa said he would be taking over as the shows main host. "Kiss 108, the listeners, are a big part of my life and Boston is my home," Costa said in a news release. The show has continued on with co-host Billy Costa and producers Justin Aguirre and Winnie Akoury with little mention of the whereabouts of Siegel and Donovan, but on their Aftershow podcast this week Aguirre stated, We really dont know whats going on and cant talk about it. Akoury followed, We are not trying to keep anything from anybody. Siegel was inducted into the Massachusetts Broadcast Hall of Fame in 2012. the reprimand that led to the previous morning's blowup. I dont know. Legendary Boston broadcaster Matt Siegel, better known to listeners as "Matty in the Morning," announced his retirement earlier this year after over four decades on the air. On May 19, 2021, Matty In The Morning host Matt Siegel made headlines when he abruptly signed off on the show. "All I want to do is make people laugh. I'm leaving Kiss 108 and starting my new life as a mediocre golfer.". I had brain surgery. This is a developing story. "I had brain surgery, I had a broken foot," he said. Her LinkedIn also shows Bex hailing from Somerset, N.J. Massachusetts could get another snowstorm Friday: What areas were the jackpot zones in this past storm? . "And that's it. Matty out." "40+ years of Matt Siegel's legacy just came to a halt. Co-host Billy Costa will take the reigns of the morning show at least in the . ", He then went on to make a joke about Demi Lovato the same kind of joke that prompted the reprimand that led to the previous morning's blowup. Its time. "I did say that I was going to quit," Siegel said on air Thursday morning. "I just can't thank you enough I don't feel like I deserve it, I can't tell you how much you've done I love you more than words can express. Listeners phoned in to welcome back the longtime cohost. WHDH broadcast educational and informational programming for children, and file quarterly reports with the FCC detailing the station's outreach to children. Taking to Twitter, the three-time Naismith Coach of the Year revealed that . At 8:10 a.m., Matt Siegel announced his retirement from Kiss 108 after 41 years at the station. . We hope everything goes well, and she gets back to us as soon as she possibly can., During Mondays show, Donovan briefly touched on Siegels retirement, saying she wished him all the best., I just remember so many amazing moments from live shows to concerts to the iconic Right Now segments with him all of his interviews, she said. They are hoping his fever and white cells are normal so he can have surgery on Wednesday. American radio personality Matt Siegel was born on March 27, 1950, in Spring Valley, New York, United States. Kiss 108s Matty in the Morning welcomed longtime cohost Lisa Donovan back to the airwaves Friday after almost a month-long hiatus. He said he'd return out of an "obligation to my team," and addressed what happened on his show on Thursday morning. 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. I'm so happy it's on podcast now! 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! He has co-hosted the show with several other radio hosts including Lisa Lipps and Bill Rossi. 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. Just after 8:15 a.m. Tuesday, Matt Siegel of "Matty in the Morning" took to the. I love this podcast. I mean, its time. 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 . Home of Billy & Lisa in the Morning, Kiss 108 Jingle Ball and Kiss Concert! May 3, 2022. . 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. She also worked as a freelance production assistant at NBC Sports Boston. 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 . Thats impossible to do in this industry. "I'll miss you all terribly.". He was inducted into the Massachusetts Broadcast Hall of Fame in 2012. It all started after his boss told him to stop talking about pop star Demi Lovato. On her first day back on air, Donovan gave fans and listeners her take on some of the top stories shes missed: Tom Bradys new Fox deal, the Johnny Depp-Amber Heard trial, the Kentucky Derby, the Ozark ending, and this years Met Gala looks. On-air, Siegel blamed Bex for not putting audio of the previous show online, a decision she said was not hers. They both worked alongside Siegel for years, and have been leading the show since his retirement. I love you guys. Kiss 108s "Matty in the Morning" welcomed longtime cohost Lisa Donovan back to the airwaves Friday after almost a month-long hiatus. Donovan was absent from the farewell episode. On May 3, Siegel, 72, announced to listeners he was calling it a career after 41 years. Phillies first baseman Rhys Hoskins played the final two months of the 2022 season with a meniscus injury in his right knee. When Matty thinks about it too much, he feels the urge to throw up. BEX from Matty In The Morning may have quit her longtime radio gig. And I got off target, I guess you would say.. Wait a minute, wait a minute, youre acting like everything is normal. Just after 8:15 a.m. Tuesday, Matt Siegel of "Matty in the Morning" took to the. Stay up to date with everything Boston. This is really bittersweet. Matt Siegel on Kiss 108 got so upset Wednesday he signed off abruptly, shocking thousands of fans. Helater told NBC10 Boston he would remain with the stationhe has been with for four decades. Thats my job, just to make people laugh. Matty In The Morning has a legacy in Boston and has been on the air since January 1981. Haddin: "Naughty boy corner.". He . One thing: were proud of you, as your listeners, that youre always honest with us. Im so proud of that.. Swansea City's debt has been reduced as a result of their agreement that will see the ownership group increase their stake in the club. ET. You know, I interviewed everybody from Tom Cruise to Oprah to Tom Hanks. "This. He was known for. The retirement message appeared to be pre-recorded. I want to thank all of the people who preceded them, over the last 40 years, who were on the show with me. I had a broken foot. . No one made note of those incidents on Tuesdays goodbye, with the shows hosts instead focusing on the positives of Siegels 41-year career. Siegel debuted on Kiss 108s morning show in January 1981. So keep Matty in your prayers. BOSTON "Matty in the Morning" featuring long-time host Matt Siegel is coming to an end. He returned to the show the next day. Here was his message to family, friends, co-workers, and fans on his last day. Matt Siegel made the announcement this morning on Kiss 108 after a lengthy recent absence from the Boston airwaves. Siegel reiterated his feelings about the move. "I started getting a little grumpy on the radio, which I hate because all I want to do is make people laugh. Its going to be a good Friday and a good weekend, one caller said. Matt Siegel. Im leaving Kiss 108 and starting my new life as a mediocre golfer., The 72-year-old spent more than 40 years at the radio station. They put up all these billboards and stuff and Ill never forget them for that. For more information on this site, please read our Privacy Policy, and Terms of Service. A B-52 bomber captured over Gloucestershire on a previous deployment. Get the show's official bio, social pages and articles on Kiss 108!Full Bio. Copyright 2023 NBCUniversal Media, LLC. Copyright 2022 RadioInsight / RadioBB Networks. Boston radio has died today," a Twitter account dedicated to the Boston radio scene subsequently declared . 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Matty Fahd and his Sarah Marie had the perfect name picked out for their second child. Siegel has been missing from the broadcast for the last few. I had brain surgery. BOSTON The host of one of Boston's most popular morning drive time radio shows says he's officially retired. "Billy and Lisa in the morning" airs weekdays from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. On the air in Boston for some 40 years Matt Siegel told his audience on KISS 108 that he has retired with a recorded message. Controversy erupted this week after the revelation that Penrith winger Taylan . I dont know. We hope everything goes well, and she gets back to us as soon as she possibly can.. Here we go, last but not least, my radio pals you guys. Matty has won multiple Marconi Radio Awards for excellence and performance in radio and is a Massachusetts Broadcasters Hall of Fame Inductee. This website uses cookies. I had a broken foot. Sometimes you say well, too honest things, and get yourself in trouble.. Following the announcement, longtime Matty in the Morning co-host Billy Costa, who stated that he will be taking over as the shows main host, tried to put Siegels career in perspective. Im proud that I was asked to host the Boston Strong show, after the [Boston] Marathon bombing. By Mustafa Gatollari. Home of Billy & Lisa in the Morning, Kiss 108 Jingle Ball and Kiss Concert! "All I want to do is make people laugh, and I really got away from that. Im so proud of that. ", "My wife and kids talked with me over the last seeral weeks and helped me come to a decision," he added. And I got off-target.. His apparent. Get the show's official bio, social pages and articles on Kiss 108!Full Bio. That was wonderful. (Copyright (c) 2022 Sunbeam Television. Matt Siegel has been earning an average income from his hosting career. I won it twice. "It's time, I've been honest the past 41 years with you, and I will continue. Update 5/3: In a pre-recorded statement, Matty Siegel announced his immediate retirement from iHeartMedia CHR Kiss 108 WXKS-FM Boston. He was known for not holding back with his humor and telling witty anecdotes from his life. Thursday morning, Siegel is firmly back in his seat at one of the top-rated morning shows in the city, Matty in the Morning. But after recently celebrating 40 years on the radio, no one was certain hed be back. BOSTON One of Bostons most popular morning radio hosts is back on the air after he quit in the middle of his broadcast Wednesday. Matt vanished from the airwaves . Im leaving Kiss 108 and starting my new life as a mediocre golfer.. "This past year has been a little bit rough for me -- brain surgery, broken foot, I started getting a little grumpy on the radio, which I hate," Siegel said during the announcement. 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Lisa Donovans disappearance from the show the corresponded with Siegels appears unrelated as she is tending to her sick mother in South Carolina. That was just over the top. Your guide to staying entertained, from live shows and outdoor fun to the newest in museums, movies, TV, books, dining, and more. I was here for 20 of it. Donovan joined him as a co-host in 2002. Kentucky Wildcats guard Sahvir Wheeler had to undergo minor surgery Wednesday morning, according to coach John Calipari. I know, I know what youre thinking. The show has been airing since 1981 thereby earning a legacy in Boston. According to her LinkedIn, she has been in this position since October 2018. Ever wonder what happens when the Billy & Lisa in the Morning crew goes off the air? Seigel has won multiple Marconi Radio Awards for excellence and performance in radio. Because all I want to do is make people laugh. I just cannot tell you how much I appreciate what you guys have done, how youve been there and things youve written online and things that, you know, you said to me in public when I would be in a restaurant or whatever, and youd come up to me. I asked your former partner to work with us on that side of the water. It's almost a year since the Fresh Prince of Bel Air actor, 54, shocked the world when . Listen Barstool Sports host Kirk Minihane stated on his show yesterday that he had texted with Matty who stated that he will be making an announcement next week. I got off target, I guess you would say. Host of the Matty in the Morning Show on KISS 108FM Boston, and member of the Massachusetts Broadcasters Hall of Fame. Known for his light touch, laughs and sometimes silly gags, Siegel also reflected on heavier moments when the job called for more. I started getting a little grumpy on the radio, which I hate because all I want to do is make people laugh. The 72-year-old Siegel made the. 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