Abbie Chatfield has joined the KIIS FM breakfast program as a guest co-host, a move occurring against a backdrop of significant shifts in the station's on-air lineup. This development follows the recent, controversial exit of long-time hosts Kyle Sandilands and Jackie 'O' Henderson. The network, ARN, terminated Sandilands’ contract after an on-air disagreement with Henderson.
Chatfield’s appearance is positioned as a week-long engagement, with reports indicating she will co-host alongside Mike E and the existing breakfast team. This isn't Chatfield's first foray into radio; she previously hosted 'Hot Nights With Abbie Chatfield' on the SCA network between January 2022 and August 2023. Her background also includes hosting the popular podcast 'It's A Lot'.
The timing of Chatfield’s integration into the KIIS breakfast slot coincides with the release of recent radio ratings. Initial figures suggest a relatively stable audience for KIIS FM, with a modest dip in listenership, potentially indicating that many listeners have remained with the station during this transitional period.
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Meanwhile, the departure of Kyle Sandilands has sparked legal proceedings. Kyle Sandilands' initial hearing against his former employer, ARN, commenced in the Federal Court today. Sources close to the situation suggest an expectation that the matter will be resolved within a few weeks.
The search for a permanent replacement for the established breakfast duo continues, with various personalities, including Mike E and Intern Pete, having stepped into the hosting role on an interim basis. Chatfield’s week on air is part of this broader effort by the network to navigate the absence of its former key presenters.
