In a candid and emotional revelation, former KIIS FM drive time host Mitch Churi has pulled back the curtain on the brutal nature of his sudden departure from the station, describing the experience as a complete 'bloodbath'.
The radio personality, who was a key part of the popular show alongside Will McMahon and Jodi Anasta, was unceremoniously axed in a move that sent shockwaves through the industry. Churi didn't learn his fate through a formal meeting but discovered his replacement was already being lined up while he was still technically employed.
'The way I found out was wild,' Churi confessed during an appearance on the So Dramatic! podcast. 'I was told, ‘Look, we’re going to trial some people in your role next week’.' The blunt delivery left no room for doubt about his future at the station.
The timing couldn't have been worse. Churi had just returned from a brief holiday, completely unaware that his world was about to be turned upside down. The news was delivered with a stark finality that highlighted the cut-throat reality of commercial radio.
Churi's honesty extends to his former colleagues, confirming there's no bad blood with Will McMahon. He revealed they've spoken since his departure, with McMahon expressing his sadness over the situation. Despite the professional setback, Churi is channeling his energy into new ventures, including his own podcast and a burgeoning stand-up comedy career, proving his voice in the entertainment industry is far from silenced.
