KFI radio hosts John & Ken have apologized for derogatory comments they made about Whitney Houston that resulted in their suspension from the station.
"We made a mistake, and we accept the station’s decision. We used language that was inappropriate, and we sincerely apologize to our listeners and to the family of Ms. Houston," John Kobylt said in a statement. He hosts the show with Ken Chiampou.
For those who are not aware of the incident, this is what happened to their radio show:
For those who are not aware of the incident, this is what happened to their radio show:
When talking about reports of Houston's odd behavior before her death Saturday, they said: "It's like, "Ah Jesus . . . here comes the crack ho again, what’s she gonna do?"
The two talked about Houston's past drug problems, at one point saying she was "cracked out for 20 years," according to a recording on the Urban Informer website.
When talking about her drug problems and death, they said: "Really, it took this long?"
KFI announced the suspension Thursday.
"Management does not condone, support or tolerate statements of this kind," the station said in a statement.
Source: Los Angeles Times
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