Former Howard Stern Assistant Sues Over Hostile Work Claims

Leslie Kuhn alleges she was fired after raising concerns about the Stern household's business practices.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 8:39pm

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A former personal assistant to radio host Howard Stern and his wife Beth Stern has filed a lawsuit alleging a hostile work environment. Leslie Kuhn claims she was fired in February after being tasked with managing the staff of the Stern household and Beth's animal rescue efforts, which she says put her in the middle of questionable business operations and accounting practices. Kuhn also alleges the non-disclosure agreement presented to her upon termination is fraudulent and unenforceable.

Why it matters

The lawsuit raises questions about the working conditions and business practices within the Stern household, which has long been a high-profile celebrity residence. It also highlights the challenges personal assistants can face when caught between the demands of their employers and concerns over potential improper activities.

The details

According to the lawsuit, Kuhn started as an office manager on 'The Howard Stern Show' before becoming the couple's live-in assistant. She alleges that her responsibilities expanded to include helping manage the staff of the home and Beth Stern's animal rescue efforts, which she claims put her in the middle of questionable business operations and accounting practices. Kuhn says she was fired in February and presented with a non-disclosure agreement that she believes is fraudulent and unenforceable.

  • Kuhn started as an office manager on 'The Howard Stern Show' before becoming the couple's live-in assistant.
  • Kuhn was fired in February 2026.

The players

Leslie Kuhn

A former personal assistant to Howard Stern and his wife Beth Stern who has filed a lawsuit alleging a hostile work environment.

Howard Stern

A radio host who is being sued by his former personal assistant.

Beth Stern

The wife of Howard Stern who is also named in the lawsuit filed by the former personal assistant.

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What they’re saying

“Kuhn also said a non-disclosure agreement presented to her upon her termination is fraudulent and unenforceable.”

— Leslie Kuhn, Former Personal Assistant

What’s next

The lawsuit is still in its early stages, and it remains to be seen how Howard Stern and his legal team will respond to the allegations.

The takeaway

This case highlights the potential risks and challenges personal assistants can face when working for high-profile celebrities, where issues of questionable business practices and hostile work environments can arise.