iHeartMedia Chicago’s 103.5 Kiss FM has announced it has agreed to a long-term contract extension to keep The Fred Show in morning drive.
The show — which airs from 6-10 AM — first debuted in 2011. With the contract extension, the program will remain on 103.5 Kiss FM through 2030.
“I’m deeply grateful for the opportunity to continue growing The Fred Show in Chicago and across the country with iHeartMedia and Premiere Networks for many years to come. I’m privileged to share a studio with some of the most talented and hardest-working teammates in the business,” said Fred.
“I’m also grateful to the many incredible people across iHeart who have championed me not just now, but over the past 23 years,” he continued. “Bob, Rich, Julie, Tom, Bernie, Brad, Thea, Adam, Kris, and James — your leadership empowers shows like ours to thrive. A heartfelt thanks as well to Paul Anderson at Workhouse Media, whose partnership has helped shape my career in so many meaningful ways.”
“The Fred Show’ perfectly embodies what iHeartMedia stands for in connection, authenticity, and companionship,” said iHeartMedia Chicago Senior Vice President of Programming James Howard. “Fred and the team have built something special. Their humor, heart and honesty resonate deeply with listeners, which is why the show continues to see remarkable growth across the country.”
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