Eric Shaves His Eyebrows—Then Blames Johnny Fratto | Howard Stern Show 2026

Eric the Actor has shaved his eyebrows—and wants to know who told Howard Stern. As Howard revisits the discovery for Artie Lange, Eric lifts his cap, defends his appearance, and names Johnny Fratto as the person who revealed his secret. The conversation quickly expands to Eric’s uneven mustache, his American Idol commentary, and his reaction to Jason Castro’s elimination. Eric tries to finish his explanation while Howard and Artie keep interrupting with jokes. Elsewhere in this archive episode, Artie discusses his black eye, Howard delivers a satirical response to coverage of his wealth, and the staff debates John Hein’s claimed dating history. Sal Governale also discusses tension in his marriage, while Lisa G explains her choices about covering a requested correction. The episode closes on a more personal note: Richard Christy’s dad leaves a voicemail about fishing and dinner. Richard explains why those everyday messages matter to him, and Artie reflects on missing his own father. Which moment stayed with you: Eric naming Johnny Fratto or the conversation about Richard’s dad? Share your thoughts in the comments. CHAPTERS 00:00:00 Artie’s black eye and upcoming comedy shows 00:00:47 A caller asks about Artie’s injury 00:04:01 Artie jokes about his appearance onstage 00:08:14 Howard reads coverage of an expensive Hamptons rental 00:12:00 A satirical comparison of Howard and his staff 00:16:18 JD missed Eric’s show recording 00:17:24 Which Eric show should JD record? 00:17:50 Eric reacts to Jason Castro leaving American Idol 00:19:45 Eric wants to identify who revealed his eyebrow shave 00:20:00 Eric lifts his cap for Artie 00:20:36 Howard and Artie examine Eric’s mustache 00:22:50 Eric names Johnny Fratto 00:24:00 Eric’s American Idol predictions 00:28:01 Discussing Barbara Walters and Jessica’s criticism 00:32:01 More debate about Walters’ public image 00:36:19 Howard reviews his own dating history 00:40:00 John Hein’s handwritten list comes under scrutiny 00:48:01 Antonio Pierce’s internship makes the news 00:50:01 Sal discusses tension at home 00:51:52 Sal and Lisa G disagree over a correction 00:56:23 Celebrity Superfan Trivia plans 00:56:54 Howard forgets interviewing Kate Hudson 00:58:40 A caller responds to Sal’s marriage discussion 01:04:26 Artie’s breakfast footage and more studio clips 01:08:12 Richard’s dad leaves a fishing voicemail 01:09:50 Richard explains why his dad’s messages matter 01:10:22 Artie remembers his own father KEYWORDS Howard Stern, Howard Stern Show, classic Howard Stern, Stern Show archives, Stern Show clips, Eric the Actor, Eric the Actor shaved eyebrows, Eric the Actor Johnny Fratto, Howard Stern Eric eyebrows, Eric the Actor mustache, Johnny Fratto, Eric the Actor American Idol, Artie Lange, Richard Christy dad voicemail #howardstern #erictheactor #JohnnyFratto #artielange #RichardChristy