Howard Stern has put retirement chatters to rest with an announcement that delighted his loyal audience. The 71-year-old radio personality revealed on his annual year-end show that he has agreed to stay with SiriusXM for three more years, pushing his contract through 2028. After years of speculation about his future on the airwaves, Stern made it clear that he isn’t walking away just yet but he is making room for a bit more balance in his life.The news comes amid frequent public chatter all year about whether Stern was nearing the end of his long run in satellite radio. Rumours of cancellation, contract struggles and even fake fan farewells had circulated, with some believing that SiriusXM might scale back its investment in legacy talent. Stern’s announcement, delivered in his familiar on-air voice, shut down that speculation and reminded listeners that he still finds joy in connecting with the voices and stories that define his show.When Did Howard Stern Join SiriusXM and Why It MattersHoward Stern’s relationship with SiriusXM goes back nearly two decades. After a hugely successful career on traditional radio where he became known for his unfiltered style Stern signed with Sirius Satellite Radio in 2004 and began exclusively broadcasting there in January 2006. At the time, the move was seen as a bold shift for both Stern and the then-young satellite service, freeing him from the stricter content rules of terrestrial radio and helping establish SiriusXM as a major audio platform.Over the years, “The Howard Stern Show” became a core draw for the company, consistently attracting a dedicated fan base and high-profile interviews. Earlier this year, Stern even pranked listeners by pretending another host was taking over a stunt that reflected both his playful nature and the intense interest around his career decisions.The contract extension went viral not because it was a surprise that Stern was staying, but because of what it signifies: Stern isn’t ready to retire and still has a clear place in the shifting audio landscape. Fans celebrated his decision online, praising the fact that one of radio’s most enduring voices will not only continue but do so with more flexibility summers off and a schedule tailored to fit his life.In the end, Howard Stern’s new deal underscores a simple truth about his career. Even after decades at the top of his field, he still loves what he does and isn’t ready to give it up entirely. With this extension, listeners can expect more of the candid conversations and unfiltered moments that made him famous at least for the next three years.