Nick Cannon Stepping Down from the “Rollin’” Morning Show, Focusing on His Health

February 17, 2012 4:30 AM

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For the past two years, Nick Cannon has hosted the morning show here at 92.3 NOW, so it saddens us to bring you this news… After much consideration, Nick has decided to step down from “Rollin’” and will be hosting his last show today.

During his holiday vacation, Nick was rushed to the hospital due to kidney issues. He came back strong, but now he is having more issues with his health. On Wednesday he announced that he was hospitalized over the weekend for two blood clots found in his lungs. All these health issues have led Nick to come to the decision to give up the morning show.

Nick has released a statement for now, but will be discussing it further on his final show.

Under doctor’s orders, I have been asked to put my health first and cut back on some of my professional commitments in order to allow my body to get the rest that it needs to keep up with the demands of my multi-tasking schedule.

It has been an absolute pleasure working with CBS Radio and the 92.3 NOW morning show team and I would like to thank them for their unwavering support. I will continue to host my syndicated “Cannon’s Countdown” weekend show and look forward to contributing to 92.3 NOW whenever possible. Even Superman has to sleep.

We respect and understand Nick’s decision to step down from his day to day position as host of morning drive on 92.3 NOW, and fully support him as he takes on a less demanding role with the station in order to address his health. Everyone at the station and all of the CBS RADIO family wish him well, and look forward to his continuing contributions to 92.3 NOW.

For the time being, DJ Lil Cee will be holding down the morning spot with Sarah Lee. Stay tuned for more updates.

>> Roll With Nick Cannon & Sarah Lee On Nick’s Emotional Last Day <<

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Dr. Harry Kim

I wish you the best Nick. Time to get some rest. You made 92.3 the now station. We will miss you.

Dr. Kim
Creoleleo

Very sorry to hear that you are having some serious health issues. Please quit all the shows and rest and get well. We will welcome you back. You have to healthy for your family.
cathy benipayo

My teens and I have loved listening to you in the morning during our commute. Thank you for hosting a show where I don’t have to switch the station cause something inappropriate was said. Your a wonderful guy. We wish you the best in health and hope to see you back soon. God bless!!!
Reena

Thank You!!!! Nick, you and Sarah Lee have made my mornings Hilarious for a while now. Nick you will truly be missed. I hope you get 100% DOCTOR healthy, spend time with those precious twins & lovely wife and come on back when the time is right. xoxo
mb

love you , Nick!!! get healthy so you can get back on the radio and make me smile every morning!!!
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100000674989052 MaryAnn Jones

Kudos Nick for putting your health first. We have one possession we need for entire life & that is our precious body. Sending you healing thoughts. MaryAnn Jones, Thrive Naturally http://thrivenaturally.com
Elaine

Wishing u all the best. Just remember Jesus died for all ur sickness if u believe trust me u will be healed lots of luv will pray for u
Sue

My son has autism. The school bus driver knew to put you on the radio for him and have it on before he got on the bus. You really made him a happy child. You made him laugh. He watches whatever show you’ll be on. When you were out in Jan. he was beside himself. I can’t imagine what he’s like at school today after he found out you are leaving the morning show. Get healthy, stay healthy. I’ll be sure he prays for your health and family.
Diana

I’m very sorry to hear you’re leaving but I was wondering about a couple of things. Does this mean that we can still call you @ home and since you’re home you’ll pick up? and are you coming back? What’s the name of the show if you’re not gonna be here?
SJF

We still love you so much, Nick, and will miss you on the radio! The most important things are you’re health and family though, so you’re doing the right thing.
Dee C.

Nick, It takes a lot of guts to step down from something you love and are great at! A lot of Hollywood Stars should learn from this. The fact that you are putting your health, your wife and children first is a GREAT EXAMPLE!! The next morning DJ has big shoes to fill. God Bless and I wish you well my friend.
ES

We’ll miss you- You are sweet, positive, talented, fun and nice. I always appreciated how you took the high road and did not put people down- You always looked at their good qualities. Good for you for taking control of your health and I hope you come back and ‘visit’ occasionally. All the best!
ES
Mary Shaw

Hi met nick once at cbs expo. nice guy. He does not really know me, but please send my love and prayers he feels better soon!!! I am a big fan of wcbsfm many years, met many promotion people from your station too, a friend Rita is there now I think. I hope Nick gets well, sending love!!! Mary
Elia Quinones

Nick you will be missed, hate to see you go. Your health is more important. Like you said you need to be around for your wife and children. So with that take good care of yourself, your beautiful wife and loveing children. God Bless you all.
Joyce Rivera

Hi Nick,

You will be deeply MISSED just listening to your voice always made my day and we wish you the best for a speedy recovery!

God Bless
Joyce
Jo Di

I am so sorry to hear that you are leaving the morning show. I thoroughly enjoy listening to you. You make my commute that much better. I wish you a speedy recovery and hope that someday you can return!! I will miss “Nick, the survey guy” as my 51/2 daughter says! We love those calls!!!
Riot

Get well soon Nick. I’mm so proud of you for taking care of your health first and foremost. It’s crucial. Your presence will be sorely missed though. You are truly blessed so take time to enjoy your blessings.
lilkunta

nick why quit the radio show & not quit AGT or being Nickelodeon CEO or quit doing your comedy tour every weekend. AGT requires you to fly alot as does AGT.
I know bc 923now made you have to get up @ 4am and go to sleep by 9pm right?
I bet you are SOOOOO happy that AGT moved to NY so you are able to stay with MC & twins. You’re lucky Piers quit & Howard was hired.
christine

I’m so sorry to see you go! I stopped listening to morning radio years ago, but I’ve been tuning in to you.. Cannon’s Questions absolutely kill me.

Be well, feel well. Wishing you all the best!
Barry

Love Nick! Love his TV appearances as well!! Wish him nothing but the best! Get and stay healthy my friend.
Love Lil Cee too, and happy he will be doing the morning show. Please keep it fresh.
Hey Cee, hope you can get your cab driver Subir to wake up early enough to drive you to the station in the morning…..I love when he calls in with his opinions on stuff!
http://facebook paula

I will miss you in the morning. I listen everyday on my way to work and you always make me laugh and help to start my day in a great mood. but your health comes first….take care of yourself and get better soon. I will be sending lots of prayers your way. xo
http://www.jimleone.com Jim Leone

Good Luck and good health to you Nick. I was fun listening to you on the morning show and you are very talented.
Godspeed!
Jim in NJ
Michelle

Been out of the loop the last week with the kids being home from school for winter break. I can not believe this……I love listening to you!!!! I am so sad, but I understand that you need to do what you need to do and that is absolutely putting your health first especially that you are now a father of two beautiful children! Good luck, hope you are feeling better!