- Howard describes himself as "The King of All Media" for his successes not only in radio but in print, film and television.
- Although described by the media as a "shock jock" for his sometimes controversial commentary and segments, Howard argues it not his intention to "shock" people.
- Howard is the highest-paid radio personality in the United States, including the most fined, following a long history with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) since 1987.
- Howard began his career in the radio industry in February 1975 at his campus station at Boston University, presenting a one-hour comedy program with college riends.
- Despite numerous disputes with management, Howard would have the top afternoon show by mid-1985.
- Howard now broadcasts over satellite free from content restrictions imposed by the FCC.
- Howard's two books, Private Parts (1993) and Miss America (1995), received great media attention and sales, topping The New York Times Best Seller list within weeks of their release.
- The Film Private Parts was later adapted into a 1997 film of the same name directed by Betty Thomas, which grossed over $40 million in the United States .
- Howard often said that his parents verbally abused him as a child.
- Howard said his mother ran her house with "the intensity of Hitler" and that his father's "favorite sport was yelling."
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Howard has long-claimed that he has a small penis, although when measured it was found to be an average six inches in length.
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