In the absence of an agreement with his broadcaster, the controversial host Jeff Fillion decided to leave the airwaves of Radio X at the end of his current contract, in August. He made the announcement on his Twitter account.
Posted at 12:34 p.m.
Updated at 12:45 p.m.
“Radio X, I participated in its construction, in its creation, not badly like my baby”, can we hear it on his Twitter account. “Six years ago, I came home. »
“My contract with Radio X expires next August and for the past few months, I have informed RNC of the plans I had in mind for my future and RNC has not complied with my requests and my conditions. and chose not to offer me a new contract. I consider that at this stage of my career, I have the privilege of knowing what I am worth and I deserve to be able to choose the conditions that suit me and that is what I have decided to do. It will end in August. »
However, it will continue its daily animation on the RadioPirate web channel. com
Also on Twitter, CHOI Radio X confirmed the departure of its host: “CHOI Radio X confirms the departure of host Jeff Fillion after the latter rejected the renewal offer submitted to him by the station. The animator will stay on for a few more weeks, but won’t be back next fall. »
On the side of RNC Médias inc., a press release was also published by the vice-president, Philippe Lefebvre: “Our station has solid programming and hosts recognized for their personality and the color they bring to their respective programs. We will continue to build our schedule around safe values, flagship programs and hosts appreciated by the audience. To remain this favorite station tuned to by thousands of listeners every day, we will focus on continuity and innovation: a formula behind our success over the past twenty-five years. »
“We thank Jeff for his years behind the mic and wish him the best of luck for the future. »