Jackie 'O' Henderson sues ARN Media over wrongful termination and workplace bullying claims
Consensus Summary
Jackie 'O' Henderson is suing ARN Media for wrongful termination after her high-profile radio show with Kyle Sandilands collapsed following an on-air fight in February. Henderson claims she was fired for exercising a workplace right and is seeking $82 million from her $100 million contract, while ARN Media counters that her complaint was made in bad faith and alleges she abused workplace rights. Both sources agree Sandilands settled his case in June for $12 million and that the trial is set for October. However, the timeline of events differs: ABC reports the fight occurred in February, while 7NEWS claims Henderson made a bullying complaint in September 2025 and later sought spiritual intervention. Additionally, ARN Media disputes Henderson’s employment status, arguing her company, Henderson Media, was responsible for workplace safety, while Henderson denies quitting and claims ongoing bullying left her psychologically unwell.
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Key details reported by multiple sources:
- Jackie 'O' Henderson is seeking $82 million from ARN Media for wrongful termination of her $100 million contract
- Kyle Sandilands settled his wrongful termination case with ARN Media in June for $12 million
- Henderson's case is expected to go to trial in October
- The on-air fight between Henderson and Sandilands occurred in February
- ARN Media claims Henderson abused a 'workplace right' after the on-air fight
- ARN Media launched a counterclaim in April seeking damages for breach of contract, losses in profit, and legal costs
Points of Difference
Details reported by only one source:
- The incident that led to the cancellation occurred on February 20, with Henderson almost reduced to tears during the on-air argument
- ARN Media tore up Henderson and Sandilands's $100 million, 10-year deals earlier this year
- Henderson's lawyers claimed she was left 'psychologically unwell' due to Sandilands's 'repeated bullying'
- ARN Media's barrister argued Henderson's complaint was 'not made in good faith' and was 'misconduct'
- Internal ARN Media messages described the incident as 'dynamite' and noted 'serious bullying in the workplace'
- Henderson denies quitting the show
- ARN claims Henderson dropped a bullying complaint against Sandilands after seeking spiritual help (exorcists) to rid him of 'demons' in September 2025
- ARN contends Henderson Media (Henderson's company) was responsible for her workplace health and safety, not ARN Media
- ARN claims Henderson was diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder due to bullying from Sandilands
- ARN argues Henderson's failure to report breaches to the workplace safety watchdog indicates she wanted to leave her contract early
- Henderson is a 51-year-old sole director and shareholder of Henderson Media
- ARN claims Henderson is seeking the remaining balance of her $100 million contract, estimated at about $85 million
Where the reporting differs
Details that conflict, or appear in only some outlets:
- ABC states the on-air fight occurred in February, while 7NEWS claims Henderson made a bullying complaint to management in September 2025
- ABC says Henderson was sacked in March, but 7NEWS does not mention a specific sacking date for Henderson
- ABC reports Henderson's contract was a $100 million, 10-year deal, while 7NEWS does not mention the 10-year duration
- ABC states ARN Media tore up the contracts, but 7NEWS claims ARN contends Henderson Media (her company) was responsible for her workplace safety
- ABC says Henderson is suing for wrongful termination, while 7NEWS states ARN claims Henderson was not truly employed by ARN Media but by Henderson Media
Source Articles
Jackie O accused of abuse of 'workplace right' after on-air fight
Jackie "O" Henderson is seeking $82 million from ARN Media, claiming she was fired for exercising a workplace right.
Kyle and Jackie O: Former employers claim ex-radio star used exorcists to rid Sandilands of ‘demons’
‘Her basis for telling ARN no further action was required was not a rational one.’
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