If you thought The Breakfast Club was just your typical morning radio show, think again. Behind the laughs, hip-hop gossip, and heated debates, there’s a lot more brewing — and Jess Hilarious just turned the heat all the way up.
Jess Hilarious, real name Jessica Robin Moore, has been killing it as the new permanent host of The Breakfast Club after stepping in to replace Angela Yee in early 2024. At 33 years old, and with an estimated net worth of $3 million as of 2025, Jess has built her career from Instagram skits to sold-out comedy shows, and now to one of the most iconic radio programs in the game. But even with all her success, it seems like things behind the scenes aren’t as smooth as they appear.
Jess recently hopped on Instagram Live and gave fans a raw, unfiltered look into the tension that’s been simmering at The Breakfast Club. Let’s just say, she’s not holding anything back.
The Return From Maternity Leave… and the Cold Welcome
Jess had taken some time off for maternity leave — understandably, right? But when she returned to her seat at the legendary desk opposite Charlamagne Tha God and DJ Envy, things felt off. Not just off, but downright disrespectful, according to Jess. She claimed that no one clued her in on anything. No updates, no heads-up, just silence. Worse yet, Loren LoRosa — who had been subbing for Jess during her leave — was still very much around.
Now, let’s be clear: Jess doesn’t have beef with Loren LoRosa, at least not anymore. She admitted that initially, she felt threatened. “I handed her my segment, and I felt like I was being replaced,” Jess said candidly. That’s a real emotion, especially in an industry that’s fast-moving and cutthroat. But after taking a step back, she realized it wasn’t Loren who was the problem. “’Nah it ain’t even you I don’t like,’ I’m realizing,” she told her followers. “It’s the way these n**gas is doing sh*t up here.”
That’s when she really let it rip.
Corey Holcomb’s Comments: The Final Straw?
Apparently, comedian Corey Holcomb didn’t help matters. He went on record mocking Jess for being replaced during her maternity leave, saying she got swapped out for someone “talented.” That jab clearly struck a nerve. What really pushed Jess over the edge, though, was that none of her co-hosts — Charlamagne or DJ Envy — stepped in to defend her publicly.
“We supposed to be a team, but not one person comes to my defense at all, ever,” Jess vented. “With this online sh*t. I feel played with, so I’m gonna play with gas. I’ve been quiet a lot.”
And just like that, the lid is off.
Angela Yee’s Departure: Now It All Makes Sense?
Jess then circled back to someone who knows all too well what it’s like being the only woman on The Breakfast Club: Angela Yee. Yee left in 2022 after 13 years, and at the time, there was a lot of speculation. Some people thought she wanted to focus on her own brand, others figured there were behind-the-scenes issues. Now, Jess is connecting the dots for fans.
“Angela Yee ain’t that motherfcking crazy,” she said, referring to the years of tension and drama Yee had to navigate. “Not as crazy as n**gas try to make her out to be. There’s a reason that lady wanted to leave that show… I don’t know how she did that sht for 13 years.”
Whew. That’s a big statement. Jess basically confirmed what a lot of fans have been suspecting: The Breakfast Club has its own brand of “high school drama,” and it’s not easy to survive in that kind of environment — especially as a woman.
Where Does This Leave Jess?
Here’s the kicker — Jess Hilarious isn’t going anywhere. Despite all the smoke, she confirmed she’s still part of The Breakfast Club team. But make no mistake, she’s not playing the nice game anymore. If she felt like an outsider before, she’s now making it very clear that she’s done being quiet. The dynamic between her and her co-hosts is officially on notice.
As for Loren LoRosa, Jess says she’s moved past her initial feelings. But the larger issue remains: why was Jess left in the dark about her own role on the show? Why didn’t anyone have her back when the internet was clowning her? Those are questions The Breakfast Club team will need to answer — not just to Jess, but to the fans who are watching closely.
The next few episodes of The Breakfast Club are about to be very, very interesting. Pass the popcorn.
