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Contrasting her story is that of Howard Stern, once dubbed “The King of All Media” with millions tuning into his radio show during the 90s. However, Stern’s transformation from outspoken rebel to corporate sellout has disappointed many fans. His acceptance of Sirius XM’s massive paychecks while maintaining a tone of authenticity has often been seen as hypocritical—especially given his past willingness to call out celebrities and societal hypocrisies. Today, his declining listenership, from 20 million to mere hundreds of thousands, seems to confirm that his star has dimmed, underscoring the fleeting nature of media fame amid changing tastes.