Sad tributes The Kyle and Jackie O Show staffers have shared after show's sudden end

Mar 6, 2026 - 12:08
Sad tributes The Kyle and Jackie O Show staffers have shared after show's sudden end
Jackie 'O' Henderson sensationally left The Kyle and Jackie O Show this week, bringing an end to the pair's 27-year history on the airwaves.ARN Media shared the news on Tuesday evening, confirming the 51-year-old "cannot continue to work with" co-host Kyle Sandilands, 54.Following her shock exit, many of the show's dedicated staffers have since spoken out as they react to the news alongside the rest of us.Want the official inside scoop on MAFS, unfiltered and unseen? Watch After The Dinner Party hereKIIS FM newsreader Brooklyn RossSo far, it's only newsreader Brooklyn who has confirmed his role on KIIS FM will remain, while the futures of the rest of the staffers remain unknown. See what they've had to say below:'Mayo': Jaimee Hassos Blazquez, senior producerJaimee 'Mayo' Blazquez shared a series of throwback pictures of herself and the hosts from their time on the show, on Instagram, and shared her shock.She also said they were all like a "family"."I don't really know what to post or what to say but I'm absolutely gutted about what's happened," she wrote."I had always dreamt of working on this show, so having had the opportunity to produce for Kyle & Jackie O for the past 9 years has been an absolute privilege. We weren't just a show but we were a family so to see it end like this is heartbreaking."While everyone likes to give their two cents about what's happened let's just remember the legacy KJ have left and how many people they've inspired."Thought I'd post some photos from our trip to France when some of the team crashed Kyle's honeymoon, these are some of the memories I'll hold forever."Thanks KJ for everything, hope to work with you guys again in the future ! ? and thanks to everyone who has reached out, not just now but always with such lovely messages." For a daily dose of 9honey, subscribe to our newsletter here.Brooklyn Ross, newsreaderBrooklyn Ross, who appeared daily on the The Kyle and Jackie O Show, first addressed her exit on air while chatting to Smallzy who was hosting the morning replacement program."We've all been listening the past two weeks and how it's led to this," he said."I don't think anyone can believe what's happened. I don't know anything about what's happening from here, but I'm obviously still here, which I'm glad about that."READ MORE: Kyle and Jackie O's ex boss says there's 'zero chance' of reconciliationREAD MORE: Jackie O's bombshell exit from show comes after huge life changesREAD MORE: Full statement: Kyle and Jackie O Show axedThe newsreader also shared an Instagram post, alongside a photo of himself with the radio hosts, sweetly calling them "family"."It's hard to describe how important Kyle and Jackie O have been in my life, but this photo sums it up," he wrote, with the photo appearing to be from his Las Vegas wedding."They are family. They built a life-changing radio show for so many people, and I am incredibly grateful to have spent the past 12 years by their side.So far, he's the only staffer to confirm their future on KIIS FM. "My role on KIIS continues for now. If I haven't replied yet, THANK YOU for the love. ❤️," he wrote.Underneath the post, Ross received an outpouring of support from fans and followers and even some familiar celebrity faces."Hugs beyond," Michelle Bridges commented underneath his snap.'Intern Pete': Content producer and reporterPete Deppeler, known affectionately to Kyle and Jackie O Show fans as 'Intern Pete', hasn't said too much, but has expressed himself in other ways.He's shared various posts of pictures and memories from his time on The Kyle and Jackie O Show, showing himself posing up with the radio hosts and beaming in happier times.Some memories include the time he posed up with the pair with him and Jackie wearing matching holiday sweaters and when he and Jackie O went for a helicopter ride.He also shared a video that was taken from the KIIS FM studio, showing Kyle and Jackie O attempting to celebrate his birthday."We always did birthdays in our fun little way," he captioned the post, with Intern Pete saying in the clip that he lied about his birthday date.Lachy Mansell, 'Lachy The Geek', former contributorLachy Mansell used to work behind the scenes at The Kyle and Jackie O Show and would sometimes appear on air, telling stories of his personal life.Underneath a series of pictures shared on Instagram from his time on the show, he wrote: "Thanks for the memories KJ. Signed, Lachy the Geek."Jackie's exit Jackie's shock exit comes after an on-air clash with Kyle Sandilands after she read from Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's astrology birth chart.The pair have been working together for a whopping 27 years, making their split and end feel even more shocking."Ms Jacqueline Henderson has given notice that she 'cannot continue to work with Mr Kyle Sandilands'," the statement from ARN begins."Accordingly, ARN has terminated the services agreement with Henderson Media Pty Ltd, under which Ms Henderson presents the Kyle and Jackie O show."Ms Henderson will cease to present the Kyle and Jackie O show."ARN has also offered to Ms Henderson the possibility of an alternative show on the ARN network."ARN has also provided written notice to Mr Kyle Sandilands and Quasar Media Services Pty Ltd (Quasar Media) stating that it considers that Mr Sandilands' behaviour during the show on 20 February 2026 is an act of serious misconduct which is in breach of ARN's services agreement with Quasar Media, under which Mr Sandilands presents the Kyle and Jackie O show."Mr Sandilands has been given 14 days to remedy this breach. If it is not remedied, ARN will terminate the services agreement with Quasar Media, and in that event Mr Sandilands will cease to present the Kyle and Jackie O show."During the 14 day period, Mr Sandilands will not take part in the show. The KIIS breakfast show will be taken off-air effective immediately, with interim arrangements made for the show."FOLLOW US ON WHATSAPP HERE: Stay across all the latest in celebrity, lifestyle and opinion via our WhatsApp channel. No comments, no algorithm and nobody can see your private details.
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