January 1, Seinfeld Apologizes to Stern, Regrets Controversial Podcast Remarks

Jerry Seinfeld recently apologized for comments he made about Howard Stern on the May 8 episode of David Spade and Dana Carvey’s “Fly on the Wall” podcast.

During the podcast, Seinfeld discussed the current state of comedy and the role of podcast hosts. He then went on to criticize Stern’s comedic skills.

“Howard Stern invented this, right?” Seinfeld said. “But we’re better than him now because Howard is interesting. Howard is a great interviewer. But you know, comedy chops, I mean… Can we speak candidly?”

Seinfeld continued by stating that Stern has “been outflanked” in the industry and compared Spade and Carvey’s podcast to Stern’s, calling “Fly on the Wall” “the best on the air.”

After making these remarks, Seinfeld issued a public apology. “I really feel bad for what I said about my friend Howard Stern in a conversation with David Spade and Dana Carvey, talking about the glut of comedy podcasts,” Seinfeld said in a statement obtained by People.

He clarified his intent behind the comments, stating, “I meant to say he must feel surrounded but I said ‘outflanked’ which sounded terrible and insulting.”

Seinfeld also tried to minimize the impact of his words by giving credit to Stern’s show. “And of course, none of these little shows are any threat to his giant show,” he said.

“Anyway, it was bad and I’m sorry, Howie. I still love you. Please forgive me,” Seinfeld concluded, as reported by People.

Stern has not yet responded to Seinfeld’s apology.

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