And the veteran star praised her loyal viewers for their support over the year.
She said: “My fans! Listen, I slipped and called you fans only because I’m in Hollywood and I think I’ve gone Hollywood, but you’re not fans. That’s a stupid word. I’ve always called you Wendy watchers.
“When you listened on the radio, I told you I love you for listening, and now I tell you I love you for watching.
“You are Wendy watchers, and without you, none of this would be going on.”
She was presented with her award by Elvis Duran.
The broadcaster said: “She gives us the courage to share our opinions. We learn from you. You know what? Sometimes we live in a world where people don’t agree with everything you say.
“Fine, but I have a right to say what I want to say, and I gotta tell you, you have swayed a lot of people your direction and your opinions. Everyone loves you.”