Howie Mandel Apologizes for Podcast Stunt Involving Bill Burr and Billy Corgan

Mandel expressed regret for blindsiding Burr with a surprise guest appearance by Corgan, who claimed they might share the same father.

Howie Mandel apologized on his podcast for orchestrating an awkward reunion between Bill Burr and Billy Corgan without Burr's prior knowledge.
The January 21 podcast episode featured Corgan, who had previously claimed that Burr might be his half-brother due to their fathers' pasts as traveling musicians.
Burr reacted angrily during the episode, calling Mandel an 'asshole' and later criticizing him publicly for prioritizing ratings over their personal feelings.
Mandel stated he believed the surprise would be humorous and well-received but acknowledged that he misjudged the situation and hurt Burr's feelings.
Despite Mandel's repeated attempts to reach out and apologize, Burr has reportedly not responded to his messages since the incident.