Howard Stern's radio comeback was delayed due to the shock jock mourning his beloved rescue cat, according to new claims.

RadarOnline.com can reveal the veteran broadcaster, 71, canceled his long-awaited return to the The Howard Stern Show after Bud passed away, leaving both Stern and wife Beth devastated. Article continues below advertisement

Cat Trauma Source: @bethostern;Instagram

Stern's wife Beth announces passing of Bud. Article continues below advertisement

He was supposed to be back on the airwaves on September 2 until the "family emergency" struck which according to Rob Shuter, centered around Bud's death.

A pal told Shuter: "Howard is crushed. He adored Bud.

"Beth is distraught. She saved this stray, nursed him back to health, and he became their everything.

"L

See Full Page