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Howard Stern Recalls Modeling for JFK Jr.'s George Magazine Cover in 1996

publication · 2026-03-26

Radio personality Howard Stern discussed his experience posing for the cover of John F. Kennedy Jr.'s George magazine during his SiriusXM show. Stern appeared on the April/May 1996 issue themed 'The Virtue Issue,' dressed as George Washington while holding a chainsaw. He described the shoot as one of his worst magazine covers despite Kennedy personally attending. Stern also mentioned knowing Carolyn Bessette Kennedy but declined to elaborate on their connection. The conversation occurred amid interest in FX's series about Kennedy and Bessette's relationship.

Key facts

  • Howard Stern posed for George magazine's April/May 1996 cover
  • John F. Kennedy Jr. launched George magazine in September 1995
  • Stern dressed as George Washington with a chainsaw for the shoot
  • Stern described it as one of his worst magazine covers
  • Stern mentioned knowing Carolyn Bessette Kennedy but kept details private

Entities

Artists

  • Howard Stern

Institutions

  • George magazine
  • SiriusXM
  • FX
  • Hulu
  • Disney+

Locations

  • New York

Sources