Howard Stern Profile
Howard Stern (born Howard Allan Stern) is an American Media Personality and Broadcaster, known for hosting his radio show, “The Howard Stern Show”. He is also known for being a judge in “America’s Got Talent”, and appearing on several radio stations such as WXRK, Sirius XM, WWDC, WRNW, WWWW, WCCC, and WNBC.
Howard Stern Education
Stern went to Washington-Rose Elementary School and then Roosevelt Junior-Senior High School. He also went to Hebrew school and got the moniker “Tzvi”. His family moved to Rockville Centre in June 1969, and Stern, who was 15, changed to South Side High School. He became very shy there. He finished school in 1972; his yearbook only mentions one activity, being part of the Key Club.
In the year 1972, Stern turned down a spot at Elmira College and chose to study communications at Boston University. His grades in high school weren’t very high, so he had to spend his first 2 years in the College of Basic Studies. By 1974, he got into the School of Public Communications at the university. Later, in July 1975, he attended the Radio Engineering Institute of Electronics in Fredericksburg, Virginia. There, he earned a top-notch radio-telephone operator license, which all radio broadcasters needed at that time. This license was given by the Federal Communications Commission.
In May 1976, Stern graduated with high honors, achieving a 3.8 grade point average. He obtained a Bachelor of Arts Degree in broadcasting and film, with a minor in English and speech. Additionally, he has established a scholarship at the university.
Howard Stern Career
a). Early Life Career
As a child, Stern delved into piano lessons for five years and developed a fascination with marionettes, crafting explicit shows to entertain his friends. Alongside 2 school buddies, he formed the band “Electric Comicbook”, where he contributed vocals and played keyboards. Stern’s passion for radio ignited at just 5 years old. Although Stern wasn’t a regular listener during his youth, talk personalities like Bob Grant and Brad Crandall left an early imprint on him.
His father facilitated his radio dreams by setting up a makeshift studio in their basement, complete with a tape recorder, microphone, and turntable. Stern used this setup to craft imaginative radio shows, complete with various characters, skits, prank calls, and ads. His visits to his father’s recording studio, where he witnessed renowned voice actors like Larry Storch and Don Adams, fueled his desire to host his own show rather than merely spinning records.
b). College Career
During Stern’s sophomore year at Boston University, he began working at the campus radio station WTBU. There, he played records, delivered the news, and hosted interview programs. Alongside 3 fellow students, he co-hosted a weekly comedy show called “The King Schmaltz Bagel Hour”. However, its debut episode was canceled due to a controversial sketch titled “Godzilla Goes to Harlem”. While in college, Stern experimented with cannabis, Quaaludes, and LSD. However, after a challenging LSD trip, he decided to stop using drugs altogether.
Armed with his 1st-class radio-telephone operator license, Stern secured his initial professional radio position at WNTN in Newton, Massachusetts. From August to December 1975, he handled air shifts, delivered news, and worked on production tasks. Following this stint, for the subsequent five months, he instructed students in basic electronics to help them prepare for their FCC exams.
c). Professional Career
Stern is known for hosting his show, The Howard Stern Show, which aired on WXRK for 19 years (1986 – 2005). According to his Wikipedia Page, Stern has been a broadcaster on Sirius XM Radio since the year 2006. Stern is also highly recognized as a judge on “America’s Got Talent” from 2012 to 2015.
Stern kickstarted his radio career at WNTN while in college. For 6 years (1976 – 1982), he honed his on-air skills with morning gigs at various stations like WCCC in Hartford, Connecticut; WRNW in Briarcliff Manor, New York; WWDC in Washington, D.C; and WWWW in Detroit, Michigan. He later transitioned to afternoons at WNBC in New York City until his dismissal in the year 1985.
Following that, he embarked on a 20-year tenure at WXRK in New York, where his morning show went into syndication in the year 1986, reaching 60 markets and peaking at 20 million listeners. In recent times, Stern’s photography has been showcased in WHIRL and Hamptons magazines. Since the year 1992, Stern has dubbed himself the “King of All Media” due to his achievements beyond radio. He’s been the host and producer of various home videos, pay-per-view events, and late-night TV shows.
Stern has earned several industry awards, such as Billboard’s Nationally Syndicated Air Personality of the Year for 8 straight years. He’s also the first to have the top morning show in both Los Angeles and New York City at the same time.
Howard Stern Age
Stern is 71 years old as of 2024. He was born on January 12, 1954, in New York City, United States, and celebrates his birthday on the 12th of January every year.
Howard Stern Height
Stern stands at an approximate height of 6 feet 5 inches.
Howard Stern Family
Stern was born to Ray Stern (mother) and Ben Stern (late father). His parents, who are both Jewish, come from Austria-Hungary and Poland. His mother initially worked as an office clerk in New York City before becoming a homemaker and later an inhalation therapist. Stern’s dad served in the United States Army on Long Island and in California during the war. Afterward, he worked as a radio engineer at WHOM in Manhattan, N.Y., and co-owned a recording studio, Aura Recording Inc., in Manhattan, NY where they produced commercials and cartoons. Stern grew up alongside his older sister, Ellen.
Howard Stern Wife
Stern is married to Beth Ostrosky Stern, a famous actress, model, TV host, author, and animal rights activist. They tied the knot on October 3, 2008, at a wedding ceremony held at Le Cirque restaurant in New York City. The duo began dating in the year 2000 and they had their engagement on February 14, 2007.
Howard Stern Ex-Wife | First Wife
Stern was married to Alison Berns, an actress, from 1978 to 2001. The duo first met while they were both at Boston University, and they were connected by their mutual friend. Stern included Alison in a student movie he created about Transcendental Meditation. He shared that shortly after they started their relationship, he felt he wanted to marry her.
They tied the knot at Temple Ohabei Shalom in Brookline, Massachusetts, on June 4, 1978, when they were both 24 years old. However, in October 1999, they decided to separate. Stern described the separation that he was consumed with work and didn’t prioritize their relationship. He moved from their home in Old Westbury, New York, to another in Manhattan. Their marriage concluded in 2001 with a friendly divorce and agreement. After their divorce, Stern got into 2 short relationships with Robin Givens (an actress) and Angie Everhart (an actress and former model).
Howard Stern Children
Stern and his first wife, Alison Berns, were blessed with 3 adult daughters; Debra Jennifer, Emily Beth, and Ashley Jade. Debra is 38 years old as of 2024 having been born in the year 1986. Emily is 41 years old as of 2024 having been born in the year 1983. Ashley is 31 years old as of 2024 having been born in the year 1993.
Howard Stern Contracts
Stern signed a lucrative five-year deal with Sirius in 2004 for $500 million. Later, he secured a $100 million-per-year contract with SiriusXM Radio. Stern also signed a five-year deal with Infinity Broadcasting in 2000, earning between $17 million and $20 million annually. His first contract with Sirius was valued at $500 million, with additional stock bonuses. Time magazine and Forbes recognized Stern’s influence, and SiriusXM paid him $25 million after merging with XM Satellite Radio in the year 2008. Additionally, Stern trademarked the name “King of All Media” in 2006. Stern faced fines totaling $2.5 million from the Federal Communications Commission for indecent content.
Howard Stern Net Worth
Stern has an estimated net worth of between $650 Million and $900 Million which he has earned through his successful career as a Media Personality and Broadcaster.
Howard Stern: America’s Got Talent
In the year 2011, Stern made a comeback to network TV, stepping in for Piers Morgan as a judge on America’s Got Talent for Season 7. He had the show moved to Radio City Music Hall in NYC to accommodate his radio show schedule. This move saw Stern reappear on the Forbes Celebrity 100 list at No. 26. He continued as a judge for seasons 8, 9, and 10, but left after season 10 in September 2015 to focus more on his radio show.
Howard Stern Illness | Health
Stern has opened up about his struggle with obsessive–compulsive disorder in one of his books. He has stated that the condition started during his university years and persisted into his career in radio. In January 2006, during the Staff Revelations Game on “The Howard Stern Show”, his radio show, Stern shared that he had rhinoplasty and underwent liposuction under his chin in the ’90s. He also mentioned adopting a pescetarian diet in the year 2012. Additionally, in the year 2019, Stern disclosed a cancer scare from 2 years earlier when a growth was discovered on one of his kidneys, which fortunately turned out to be a benign cyst.
Howard Stern Transcendental Meditation
During the early ’70s, Stern’s parents started doing Transcendental Meditation, and they wanted him to try it too. Stern says that he believes this method helped him stop smoking, reach his goals in radio, overcome obsessive–compulsive disorder, and help his mother overcome depression. He still practices it as of the year 1997. Stern even interviewed Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, who created the technique and thanked him for helping his mom feel better.
Howard Stern Cats | Animal Advocate
Stern has been a strong supporter and fundraiser for North Shore Animal League America. Since the year 2014, Stern and Ostrosky have been fostering cats in their Long Island home, welcoming around 200 cats annually.
Howard Stern FCC Fern
For 14 years (1990 – 2004), radio station licensees carrying “The Howard Stern Show” faced fines totaling $2.5 million from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) due to content deemed indecent. Stern attributed the surge in FCC fines and radio broadcast scrutiny in the year 2004 to the George W. Bush administration, especially after the Super Bowl XXXVIII halftime show controversy earlier that year. In response, Stern openly supported the presidential campaign of John Kerry and encouraged listeners to vote against George.
Howard Stern Houses
Stern owns 3 houses;
a). A $20 Million House in the Hamptons
Stern’s house in the Hamptons, cost him $20 million back in the year 2005. The house sits on a 4.35-acre property. He added a custom-built mansion to it in the year 2012, and now it’s estimated to be worth $25 million. The mansion is huge, with 12 bathrooms and 8 bedrooms. It’s 15,000 square feet and has 2 stories. Inside, there’s a wine cellar, a bowling alley, a spa, and a pool. The master bedroom is really spacious, with its own office, balcony, and 2 bathrooms. Stern has been broadcasting his show from the house during the COVID-19 pandemic, so it probably has a studio too.
b). A $4.9 million House in Manhattan, NY
Stern owns a massive penthouse situated in Manhattan’s Lincoln Center, which he bought for a total of $4.9 Million, in the year 1998. This luxurious mega-penthouse spans across the 54th and 53rd floors of the Millennium Tower, known as one of New York’s most expensive residences. It’s a huge space, covering 8,000 square feet, and it’s made up of 5 separate condominiums. Stern initially purchased three condominiums on the 54th floor for $6 Million in the year 1998, and later, in the year 2008, he bought 2 more condominiums on the 53rd floor for $15 Million.
c). A $52 Million House in Florida
Howard Stern owns a lavish retreat in Palm Beach, Florida, that he purchased for $52 Million in the year 2017. This expansive estate spans 3.23 acres and is rumored to be the Sterns’ retirement destination. Stern has invested around $13 Million in renovating the 19,000-square-foot home, which was originally built in the year 1992. The renovations include adding a kitchenette and relocating the mansion’s grand staircase. Notably, the 12.5-bathroom and 5-bedroom home now boasts a custom 1,000-square-foot closet for his wife, Beth. Stern often praises Florida on his show for its tax laws and warm climate.
Howard Stern Painting
Stern has been painting for a while now, and he’s really getting good at it. He once publicly showed his beach-themed painting to his co-host Robin Quivers. Stern explained that the painting was inspired by a scene he often sees during his walks on the beach. He believes great paintings can turn ordinary scenes into something extraordinary. Stern even shared the painting on his Twitter, which he rarely does.
Howard Stern Books
Stern has authored 3 books;
- Miss America (1995) – New York Times Best Seller
- Private Parts (1993) – New York Times Best Seller
- Howard Stern Comes Again (2019)
Howard Stern Movies and TV Shows
TV Shows
Stern has appeared in several television shows;
- Howard Stern On Demand
- The Howard Stern Radio Show
- Howard Stern
- The Howard Stern “Interview”
Film
Stern has appeared in 2 movies;
- Private Parts
- Ryder, P.I.
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