By Ashley Thompson

Shock jock Howard Stern is returning as a judge on Season 10 of "America's Got Talent". On the sites official facebook page Stern said, ""I decided that a life without 'AGT' is not a life worth living,"..."America needs a caring, compassionate and wise judge and who am I to deny the people what they want? It would be selfish of me to walk away."

The self-proclaimed "King of all media" joined AGT in 2012 and has been a radio personality for more than 30 years. He also adds entrepreneur, actor, and best-selling author to his resume. He also currently has a subscription only pop culture radio show on SiriusXM Radio.

"Howard's wit and character bring an incomparable humor and insight to 'America's Got Talent,'" said Paul Telegdy, President, Alternative and Late Night Programming. "We are thrilled to have him return."

"I'm delighted that Howard is returning to America's Got Talent," said Trish Kinane, Executive Producer and President of Entertainment, FremantleMedia North America. "He is honest, charismatic and committed to finding the best talent in America. It's going to be an amazing Season 10."

"America's Got Talent" was last summer's number 1 show in total viewers for the ninth consecutive year. Judges Howie Mandel, Melanie Brown and Heidi Klum are also expected to return for Season 10.

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