iHeartMedia, Elvis Duran Ink New Long-Term Deal

RADIO ONLINE | Thursday, April 27, 2017

Elvis Duran

iHeartMedia inks a long-term agreement with syndicated radio and digital personality Elvis Duran to renew his relationship with the company. Under the new five-year deal, Duran will continue his current role as host of the "Elvis Duran and the Morning Show" on WHTZ-FM (Z100) New York, which is also syndicated nationally by Premiere Networks on nearly 80 stations and available digitally on iHeartRadio. In addition, Duran will collaborate with iHM on a variety of joint ventures and events which includes hosting iHeartRadio's Jingle Ball in New York.

"There's a reason Elvis Duran is considered one of the most important media personalities in the U.S. He uses radio's unparalleled ability to create one-of-a-kind connections with listeners and advertisers over a vast array of platforms from broadcast radio and iHeartRadio to social media and events," said iHeartMedia Chairman/CEO Bob Pittman. "We are thrilled to extend our more than two decade partnership with such an extraordinary talent and a good friend."

"Even after 30 years, I still see myself as someone who loves radio and connecting with listeners every day," added Duran. "Back when I began in radio, I could have never imagined how it would continue to expand its national presence while still retaining its core as America's go-to destination for music, community, news and entertainment. I'm excited by iHeartMedia's continued evolution and I can't wait to continue my relationship with iHeartMedia, our partners and our listeners."

Duran's radio career has spanned more than 30 years, including over two decades hosting "Elvis Duran and the Morning Show." In 1996, he began hosting the morning show on New York's Z100 and entered national syndication in 2009. In 2015, Duran was inducted into the National Radio Hall of Fame, and the National Association of Broadcasters nominated him in 2015 and 2012 for a Marconi Award in the "Network/Syndicated Personality of the Year" category.

The radio industry has also honored Duran and his program with a number of awards and nominations such as "Best Morning Show" by New York's Achievement in Radio Awards, "Personality of the Year" by the Radio Music Awards, "Best Personality" by Radio & Records, "Best Top 40 Disc Jockey" nomination by Billboard Magazine Radio, and "Best Major Market Top 40 Air Personality" by Billboard/Airplay Monitor. Additionally, Duran served as an event chair for the GLAAD Manhattan Awards in 2012, where he was also honored for his contributions to the community.