Popular talk show host Ellen DeGeneres recently opened up about the emotional toll of the events that led to the end of her long-running talk show, The Ellen DeGeneres Show. During a stand-up comedy gig, DeGeneres joked about being “kicked out of show business” for being “mean”, referring to the backlash she faced after reports of a toxic workplace environment surfaced in a 2020 BuzzFeed News report.
DeGeneres admitted to feeling the hate for a long time and avoiding the news, believing that she had been perceived as a “one-dimensional character” due to her famous “be kind” message on the show. The scandal not only affected DeGeneres personally but also had an impact on her wife, Portia de Rossi, who stood by her during the difficult time.
Following the allegations, WarnerMedia launched an internal investigation, and the show parted ways with three producers. DeGeneres repeatedly apologized to her staff and offered new perks to improve the work environment. Despite these efforts, DeGeneres made the decision to end the series in 2022 after 19 successful seasons.
The final episode of The Ellen DeGeneres Show featured special guests like Jennifer Aniston, Billie Eilish, and Pink. DeGeneres expressed happiness about returning to comedy and bringing joy during a scary time for audiences. She discussed feeling devastated and losing her desire to continue with her career but is now looking forward to new opportunities in the world of comedy.
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