Howard Stern’s Most Outrageous Offenses: A Long List
When it comes to controversy, Howard Stern is certainly no stranger to the subject. For more than two decades the shock-jock has been pushing the envelope broadcasting firmly in the direction of bad taste. The very mention of his name causes millions of people to recoil in horror. Millions remember the time when Howard Stern openly ridiculed a man on the air, praying for the man to die form one of the worst forms of cancer.
Stern has also been fined repeatedly by the Federal Broadcasting Commission (FCC), for violations of broadcast decency standards. The sum total of these fines numbers in the millions of dollars. Now, Stern more famous for bathroom humor and graphic discussions of a sexual nature has transitioned from radio to staring on the NBC reality show America’s Got Talent.
Sterns, role as a judge is not without controversy; with some longtime fans of the show swearing to forsake AGT for as long as Howard remains a part of the program. Can this man, who recently called former Republican Vice Presidential Candidate Sarah Palin, one of the most derogatory words in the dictionary, overcome his sordid past? For now, it is unclear if Howard Stern can move beyond his controversial history and settle into a role as a television personality. What works on the radio doesn’t fly on a prime time television program with a strong family oriented theme.
Howard Stern's Most Outrageous Offenses: A Long List
Stern’s Debut On America’s Got Talent One Big Joke
Howard Stern is known for his explicit behavior on his radio show. When it was announced that he was going to be on “America’s Got Talent” many wondered if he would leave that behavior at home. Though not complete missing, his wild behavior was toned down a bit.
Upon Stern’s entrance into the America’s Got Talent studio in LA the crowd went wild with clapping and cheering for him.
Stern’s first night on the show proved to be quite notable. He was well-spoken, humorous, and friendly towards the others he was working with. He took his position seriously and provided solicitous feedback for the performers.
Everyone knew though that this tame side of Stern wouldn’t stick around for the entire show.
After the horrible performance of a half naked magician Stern went on to point of the man’s “small package.”
This got the crowd laughing and cheering once again for Stern.
Stern's Debut On America's Got Talent One Big Joke
Imogen Thomas And Cupcake Bra
Welsh television personality and glamor model Imogen Thomas, has recently posted a photograph of herself wearing little more than her lingerie and holding a cupcake. Thomas, who gained notoriety for her relationship with Ryan Giggs, is displayed as holding a naught-but-nice cupcake while presumably preparing to eat off the icing in a suitably provocative manner.
It is without a doubt that the media-hungry former Big Brother star hoped that her shining personality would take center stage, but pastry lovers around the world were likely won over by her frosted cupcake.
“Here u go my lovlies. I’ve worked hard so I deserve a cup cake,” British tabloid The Mirror quoted her as tweeting.
This photograph ironically emerged little over a month after the starlet confided her ongoing battle with her weight.
Imogen Thomas And Cupcake Bra
Paddy Power Ad Causes Offensive
Fashion takes center stage every year for Ladies’ Day at the Cheltenham Racecourse in the United Kingdom. This year, however, a television advertisement stole the thunder and garnered most of the attention from the horse racing event.
The ad, created by book publisher Paddy Power, featured transgendered women along with other women, all fashionably dressed and ready for the annual festival. Then the ad encouraged viewers to separate the stallions from the mares, in other words, pick out those born biologically as women from those, born as men who later underwent medical procedures to become women.
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA), according to BBC News, investigated complaints from people who found the ad offensive. The agency stated the ad crossed the line and perpetrated stereotypes then ruled it could only air again after a revision. Paddy Power insisted the intent of the ad was humor and not insult, but that message failed to translate to hundreds who filed complaints.
Paddy Power Ad Causes Offensive
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Barmaid Kathryn Broughton Receives Judgment In Harassment Case Over Comments About Her Breats
Life working in the Rutland Arms pub in Sheffield, United Kingdom consisted of repeated comments from club manager Andrew Stephens to barmaid Kathryn Broughton about her small breasts and need to wear a pushup bra, according to a report in the UK Daily Mail. She was told the lingerie item would produce an increase in pub customers and also her tips.
The 21 year old woman quit her job in disgust after tiring of the harassment and abuse. After the final June 2010 incident, she filed suit claiming sexual harassment in the workplace.
In May 2012, an employment judge and hearing panel ruled in her favor, despite Stephens denying any wrongdoing. The judgment against Stephens and the club’s parent company, Reet Ale Pubs, included awards for “Injury to feelings” and a smaller amount for unpaid wages with interest.
Barmaid Kathryn Broughton Receives Judgment In Case Over Comments About Her Breats
British Star Couple Tim Arnold Jessie Wallace in love
The entrance of love into the life of rocker Tim Arnold took place when his mother Polly Perkins, star of the “EastEnders” soap opera, introduced him to fellow cast member Jessie Wallace. Arnold overcame a much publicized drug addiction in the early 2000s after a successful career as part of the musical group Jocasta. Perkins and other family members feared the battle with drugs would take her son’s life but, aided by treatment, he broke free in 2003.
The mother proudly takes credit for playing the role of Cupid in Arnold’s life and, according to the UK Daily Record, is overjoyed the couple found true love with each other after meeting at the 2012 Soap Awards. Now performing as “The Soho Hobo,” onlookers often see the musician out and about with his girlfriend.
British Star Couple Tim Arnold Jessie Wallace in love
Howard Stern Kathie Lee Gifford settle feud over marital problems
Howard Stern and Kathy Lee Gifford Make Up
For nearly fifteen years, the king of “shock radio” and the original “shock jock” Howard Stern has kept up a feud with Kathy Lee Gifford.
The feud stems back to the days Gifford’s husband was in a well-publicized affair which tabloid magazines covered. Stern obtained a copy of a sex tape involving her husband and publicly black-mailed Kathy over the airwaves.
As imagined, the incident strained their relationship.
Now, Stern is set to be a judge on the show “America’s Got Talent” and was to be interviewed by Matt Lauer of the “Today Show”. While walking to the set, Stern was approached by Gifford who was said to wave her hand and thank him for his appearance on the show.
Moved by the gesture, Stern later called her that week to apologize for his angry behavior of the past. He is said to be pleased to move past that incident.
Howard Stern Kathie Lee Gifford feud over marital problems
john travolta and first accuser
John Travolta has been accused of inappropriate sexual advances towards a member of the crew during his cruise on Royal Caribbean in 2009. The allegations have never been proven. In fact, the accusatory crew member has been approached with disciplinary action, several verbal and written warnings, prior and the incident with John Travolta.
The employee of The Royal Caribbean claims to be a victim. The public’s response has been overwhelming with the words of support for John and expression of disgust for the claimant, who seems to have a history of fortune hunting and should’ve been dismissed disciplinarily from the cruise. The administration of the Royal Caribbean is being held responsible for the lock of action.
Another incident has been brought up during this ordeal. Beverly Hills hotel masseur also claims to have been inappropriately approached by John Travolta. The links have been established between the two accusers as they seem to be working together on tarnishing the reputation of this well established and well accomplished actor.
Illinois Bride Wearing Wedding Dress Found Dead in Bathtub
Illinois Bride Wearing Wedding Dress Found Dead in Tub
A new bride faced a tragic death shortly after her wedding.
Estrella Carrera, was found dead in the bathtub of a home outside of Chicago.
The twenty-six-year-old woman was found in a dry bathtub with multiple stab wounds.
Carrera’s body was discovered by her sister.
Carrera’s sister became concerned because Carrera failed to pick up her children on Sunday and she was unable to contact her. Her sister alerted the police, and the young bride’s body was discovered shortly after that.
The homocide is currently being investigated as a domestic situation; Estrella Carrera’s thirty-year-old husband is reportedly missing.
The wedding between the couple was sudden and secret, and Estrella’s family did not particularly care for her partner. His name has not been released yet,
Donald Duck Dunn Dead At 70
Donald Duck Dunn, famous blues bassist most widely known for his role as one of band members in the classic film “The Blues Brothers”, passed away yesterday at the age of 70.
Dunn, who got his nickname from his early childhood fixation with the Disney character, actually got his start in music long before the 1977 smash hit film. He scored his first hit in 1961 with the group the Mar-Keys and later played with the MGs. He also worked as a studio musician on classic songs such as “In the Midnight Hour”, “Try a Little Tenderness”, “Hold On, I’m Coming”, and “Soul Man”. However, as the 1960s came to pass, many soul acts fell out of the public eye and were long forgotten until John Belushi & Dan Ackroyd resurrected interest in soul music with their comedy act, “The Blues Brothers”. Dunn was forever grateful to them for jump-starting the careers of many soul acts.
Donald Duck Dunn Dead At 70