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. Both Siegel and Donovan had been mysteriously absent from the morning show since April 19, and listeners quickly began asking where theyd gone. "Sorry to disappoint those of you who are excited that I was leaving, but I'm still here," Siegel said. I started getting a little grumpy on the radio, which I hate because all I want to do is make people laugh, Siegel said. Just after 8:15 a.m. Tuesday, Matt Siegel of "Matty in the Morning" took to the. Will Smith has bounced back after the Oscars slap, winning his first big award since the infamous incident. 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. I was stuck in the house and all that stuff. Its time. Forty-one years, but he also ruled the airwaves. This is a breaking news story; stay with 7NEWS for updates online and on-air. Receive the latest news and breaking updates, straight from our newsroom to your inbox. This past year has been a little rough for me. Her LinkedIn also shows Bex hailing from Somerset, N.J. Sure he battled with owners and management on occasion but he always came out on top. May 4, 2022. "I started getting a little grumpy on the radio, which I hate because all I want to do is make people laugh. ", Siegel, 72, explained how the last year had been a little rough for him, "brain surgery, broken foot, I started getting a little grumpy on the radio, which I hate," he said. He signed off with two words: "Matty out." Home of Billy & Lisa in the Morning, Kiss 108 Jingle Ball and Kiss Concert! He was known for not holding back with his humor and telling witty anecdotes from his life. Known for his light touch, laughs and sometimes silly gags, Siegel also reflected on heavier moments when the job called for more. Somebody had to say this is ridiculous, ya know. Kiss 108s Matty in the Morning radio host Matt Siegel has announced his retirement after more than 40 years on the air. 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. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. I had a broken foot. On the May 3 Matty in the Morning show, during which Siegel announced his retirement, cohost Billy Costa said Donovans mother had been sick. Here we go, last but not least, my radio pals you guys. By continuing to use this website you are giving consent to cookies being used. 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. "All I want to do is make people laugh, and I really got away from that. 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It marked the first time Donovan had been on the air since before the abrupt departure earlier this month of Matt Siegel, the shows namesake, after more than four decades. Im leaving Kiss 108 and starting my new life as a mediocre golfer.. It marked the first time Donovan had been on the air since. Haddin: "Naughty boy corner.". So I wish him all the best in his retirement.. This station is part of Cox Media Group Television. Still all of "Matty in the Morning" audio elements airing this morning on KISS. Donovan told listeners that she took a couple weeks to take care of my parents, my family in South Carolina. Siegel was inducted into the Massachusetts Broadcast Hall of Fame in 2012. the reprimand that led to the previous morning's blowup. And I got off target, I guess you would say.. 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. "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. Want to know more about Billy & Lisa in the Morning? Congratulations, Matty! "Im thankful that the audience has embraced the new show. In a post to social media on Monday night, Mr Sordillo said he was forced to drive home at midnight to retrieve a pillow for his son. Longtime Kiss 108 radio host Matt Siegel walked out on the show after a story about Demi Lovato, but his hiatus from "Matty in the Morning" may be short-lived. Just after 8:15 a.m. Tuesday, Matt Siegel of "Matty in the Morning" took to the. By adamg on Tue, 05/03/2022 - 9:10am. This is a developing story. Donovan was absent from the farewell episode. Boston, MA 02114 It all started after his boss told him to stop talking about pop star Demi Lovato. 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. At 8:10 a.m., Matt Siegel announced his retirement from Kiss 108 after 41 years at the station. I had a broken foot. Thats my job just to make people laugh. He'd occasionally receive minor slaps on the wrist for show, but he never changed. He also shared it was his wife who told him he wasnt allowed to quit, saying he was not ending his career over a Demi Lovato controversy. Not in a million years would I ever, ever thought I would have the following that I have with my silly jokes and my silly interviews. during which Siegel announced his retirement. Kiss 108's "Matty in the Morning" radio host Matt Siegel has announced his retirement after more than 40 years on the air. He said he'd return out of an "obligation to my team," and addressed what happened on his show on Thursday morning. "It's time, it's time," he said Tuesday. William Morgan Reporter. I dont know. Siegel joined WXKS-FM in 1981 after a few years in middays at Rock 104.1 WBCN. Thats my job, just to make people laugh, and I got off target, I guess you would say, Siegel admitted Tuesday. Siegel reiterated his feelings about the move. Helater told NBC10 Boston he would remain with the stationhe has been with for four decades. Matty In The Morning has a legacy in Boston and has been on the air since January 1981. An amazing career, a Boston icon in radio. Hit em straight, Kiss108 said in a statement. He has co-hosted the show with several other radio hosts including Lisa Lipps and Bill Rossi. That was a wonderful experience. 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. Some big, some small. Then there were lows, like when Siegelwalked off the showand threatened to quit after claiming station management told him to tone down his commentary on pop star Demi Lovato, who had come out as non-binary. I asked your former partner to work with us on that side of the water. Thats all that was my job and I feel as though, with a couple of blips here and there, thats what I did. BEX from Matty In The Morning may have quit her longtime radio gig. Lance Venta is Owner and Publisher of RadioInsight.com. Kiss 108s Matty in the Morning welcomed longtime cohost Lisa Donovan back to the airwaves Friday after almost a month-long hiatus. We'll get out of your way,'" said Siegel, of Newton. Matt Siegel. Matt Siegel, host of the long-running Boston morning radio show "Matty in the Morning" on Kiss 108, announced his retirement on air Tuesday morning after over four decades on the air. I got off target, I guess you would say. I want to thank all of the people who preceded them, over the last 40 years, who were on the show with me. BOSTON One of Bostons most popular morning radio hosts is back on the air after he quit in the middle of his broadcast Wednesday. I started getting a little grumpy on the radio, which I hate, Siegel said on Tuesday. Here was his message to family, friends, co-workers, and fans on his last day. He had an amazing career. ", "I love you guys more than words can express," Siegel said, thanking his fans. I'm leaving Kiss 108 and starting my new life as a mediocre golfer.". May 3 2022, Updated 11:20 a.m. BOSTON (WHDH) - Matt Siegel on Tuesday announced his retirement from Kiss 108s popular Matty in the Morning show after decades at the radio station. Bex joined 'Matty in the Morning' in 2018. The show has a long history in Boston, having first aired on January 12, 1981. Siegel has been MIA from his show for the past two weeks along with co-host Lisa Donovan. 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 . 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. Instead, Billy Costa, the suave straight man on KISS 108' s "Matty in the Morning Show" and embodiment of all things culinary for NECN 's. "All I want to do is make people laugh. The public may view the reports by going to WHDH.com and clicking on "FCC Public File", or by visiting the FCC's website at FCC.org. 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. Kentucky Wildcats guard Sahvir Wheeler had to undergo minor surgery Wednesday morning, according to coach John Calipari. Update 5/3: In a pre-recorded statement, Matty Siegel announced his immediate retirement from iHeartMedia CHR " Kiss 108 " WXKS-FM Boston. Im a lucky guy for a million reasons, but five of them are a great wife and four great kids, Siegel continued. Get the show's official bio, social pages and articles on Kiss 108!Full Bio. Sometimes you say well, too honest things, and get yourself in trouble.. All Rights Reserved. Also, the management of iHeartMedia. Thats my job, just to make people laugh, and I got off target, I guess you would say. On May 3, Siegel, 72, announced to listeners he was calling it a career after 41 years. His apparent. In-depth news coverage of the Greater Boston Area. Published: 14:53, 4 Jun 2021. BOSTON (CBS) - Matt Siegel, the longtime host of "Matty in the Morning" on Kiss 108 in Boston, announced his retirement on Tuesday. I love you guys I don't know," Siegel said starting to break down while on the air. Matt Siegel, the longtime host of Kiss 108's "Matty in the Morning" show and a giant of Boston talk radio, is calling it a career. I love this podcast. That was just over the top. He created an institution.. Just after 8:15 a.m. Tuesday, Matt Siegel of "Matty in the Morning" took to the air for possibly the last time. 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Clearly, I dont know anything about the music, so they were wonderful. "As of now, I am retired. We support you and we will not be stopping you from saying what you want to say.' Copyright 2023 NBCUniversal Media, LLC. I was here for 20 of it. We hope everything goes well, and she gets back to us as soon as she possibly can.. "Matty in the Morning" featuring long-time host Matt Siegel is coming to an end. "It's been such a glorious run. "Kiss 108, the listeners, are a big part of my life and Boston is my home," Costa said in a news release. I never thought I would win two Marconi Awards, which are given out to the top radio announcer in the country. On Friday, Donovan thanked her cohosts and producers, as well as the show, for letting me do it, but Im back.. Is the band back together? another asked. "When COVID hit, everything in my life sort of changed. Matt Siegel on Kiss 108 got so upset Wednesday he signed off abruptly, shocking thousands of fans. I dont. I love you guys, more than words can express, Siegel said. Im so proud of that.. #ada-button-frame { Most read in Celebrity BABY NO. They were great. 'Matty in the Morning' radio show host quits on air May 19, 2021 BOSTON (AP) A popular Boston radio host who's been on the air for four decades abruptly quit Wednesday morning after. 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! For 41 years. }Customer Service. Stay up to date with everything Boston. "Adrian is incredibly well liked and respected among the speedway community Australia-wide and the huge response to the (fundraiser) is a testament to the great person he is," she said. 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! 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