Someone working at the radio station says the team behind The Kyle and Jackie O Show knew for a while that the program was in danger before it was cancelled last month.
A source told Daily Mail that KIIS FM producers noticed Jackie ‘O’ Henderson acting differently several months before her public argument with Kyle Sandilands in February. The change in her behavior seemed to stem from her increasing interest in astrology.
Henderson surprised her colleagues when she began adding content focused on personal development to the show, which is famous for being edgy and featuring shocking moments – a change that bothered Sandilands.
According to a source, Henderson was inspired by her “Her Best Life” podcast, which she co-hosted with her close friend and manager, Gemma O’Neill.
The podcast debuted in September 2024, following a five-month effort by The Kyle and Jackie O Show to gain a foothold in Melbourne. It covered popular wellness topics, including sound baths and horoscopes.
According to a source, O’Neill probably didn’t control the details of Henderson’s show, but she likely suggested Henderson include topics she’s passionate about, even if they were very specific.
I believe some content from their podcast was used on the Kyle and Jackie O Show.
Honestly, it just kills me when Jackie tries to bring up astrology and sound baths – it’s her thing, and she’s amazing talking about it, but it totally falls flat when she’s around, like, a construction worker. It’s just…not their world, you know? It’s frustrating to watch because she’s so passionate, but it’s lost on them!
Over the past six months, people noticed Henderson became more serious both on television and in his personal conduct.
Jackie seemed a bit preoccupied, though no one could say what was on her mind, according to those present.
I believe that’s primarily why Kyle was so frustrated. It’s difficult when you’re trying to talk to someone who just gives short, one-word answers and doesn’t seem truly involved in the conversation.
O’Neill, who founded her events company ‘Besties’ as a tribute to her close friendship with Henderson, rarely visited the KIIS FM studio in North Sydney. This was in contrast to Kyle Sandilands’ manager, Bruno Bouchet, who was a constant presence and also served as an executive producer for The Kyle and Jackie O Show.
Sources have confirmed rumors that Henderson was considering leaving radio, surprisingly soon after signing a landmark $200 million, ten-year contract for The Kyle and Jackie O Show in 2023.
‘[The staffers] had seen both of them walk out before,’ the source said.
‘One has walked out on the other many, many times before. But they always come back.
‘There were jokes like “mummy and daddy are fighting again.”
‘Everyone expected them to kiss and make up and keep going.’
When Henderson left the air on February 20th, it signaled the breakup of a long-running and popular Australian radio duo.
Following the broadcast of a heated argument on The Kyle and Jackie O Show, KIIS FM’s owners, ARN, stated that Henderson had informed them she was unable to continue working with Kyle Sandilands.
The split led to ARN terminating Henderson, before ripping up Sandilands’ contract two weeks later.
ARN is facing serious financial and legal challenges. Following lawsuits filed by Sandilands and Henderson last month, the company’s market value has dropped to around $100 million.
As a lifestyle and media observer, I’ve been watching the changes in the Australian radio landscape, and it’s been quite a shift. KIIS 106.5, once a real powerhouse, has seen its company value drop significantly. As of late March 2026, estimates put it around $100 to $110 million – a considerable decrease from its peak.
Last week, ARN’s value briefly fell to about $98.5 million. The lawsuits filed against them are very serious and potentially damaging.
Sandilands is seeking damages potentially reaching $85 million in an ongoing case. Meanwhile, Henderson has filed a separate lawsuit claiming unfair treatment and a violation of her contract.
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