Funkmaster Flex Announces Final Hot 97 Broadcast After 30 Years: ‘End Of An Era That I Enjoyed Very Much’

August 28, 2025 by TJB Writer in Music with 0 Comments

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Funkmaster Flex Announces Final Hot 97 Broadcast After 30 Years: ‘End Of An Era That I Enjoyed Very Much’

Editor’s Note: Funkmaster Flex noted that his Monday, Sept. 1, marks his final show with Hot 97 at 7PM. It’s unclear if he’s leaving the radio station, or if it is just his time slot that is changing.

Original Story: Funkmaster Flex has announced his final show on Hot 97 will air this Monday, September 1, at 7 PM.

“THIS MONDAY LABOR DAY SEPTEMBER 1ST WITH BE MY LAST SHOW ON HOT97 AT 7PM! ALL THINGS COME TO AN END! END OF AN ERA THAT I ENJOYED VERY MUCH!” he posted on Twitter.

The legendary Bronx-born DJ, whose real name is Aston George Taylor Jr., has been with Hot 97 since 1992 and hosted the station’s first hip-hop show.

He added, “I promise to make it a great one,” thanking fans for their decades of support. While he didn’t clarify if he’s retiring entirely, the announcement sparked nostalgia among listeners.

Earlier this month, Flex was awarded the Key to New York City.

“New York made me. HOT 97 gave me the mic. And hip hop gave me a voice,” he said. “This moment means everything.”