Ellen K signed a multi-year extension with iHeartMedia Los Angeles. She’ll continue hosting KOST 103.5‘s No. 1 morning show.
What We Know Ellen remains a dominant force in Los Angeles radio. Her morning show leads the market among Persons 12+. Furthermore, her nationally syndicated weekend show reaches 48 top iHeart stations nationwide. Additionally, the legendary host recently earned a 2026 Marconi Award nomination.
What They Said “Ellen has built one of the most successful and enduring morning shows in the country,” said Paul Corvino, Regional President of iHeartMedia. Ellen herself emphasized her passion for the medium: “I love EVERYTHING about morning radio—from the listeners to our KOST team to the advertising partners.” She added that her connection with audiences strengthens through diverse content initiatives like her new “Therapy Thursday” podcast alongside licensed therapist Sara Dash and co-host Ryan Manno.
What Remains Unclear The extension’s financial terms remain undisclosed. Neither party detailed the exact length of the new agreement. Likewise, iHeartMedia hasn’t announced specific expansion plans for Ellen’s other platforms. Meanwhile, details about additional syndication opportunities stay under wraps.
What It Means This move underscores Ellen’s enduring appeal in competitive radio markets. Her 20+ year Los Angeles tenure demonstrates remarkable longevity in an unstable industry. Notably, the extension stabilizes iHeartMedia’s flagship station during changing media landscapes. Consequently, the announcement signals confidence in traditional radio’s viability among premium talent.
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David Hill serves as a Music Radio Editor, Columnist and Features writer for Barrett Media. A radio lifer with more than 30 years behind the mic, in the control room, and in the program director’s chair, David’s career spans influential stops at brands such as WIYY 98 Rock, WBAL-AM, and 99X. He has worked across multiple formats and ownership groups, including iHeartMedia and Cumulus Media, developing talent, breaking music, and navigating every major industry shift from diary to PPM and terrestrial dominance to streaming disruption. When he’s not writing or analyzing the industry, Dave runs The Tune Farm, a marketing firm built to help artists and brands grow audience the same way great radio always has—by creating connection, not just impressions. He can be reached at David@BarrettMedia.com.