'The Ellen DeGeneres Show' Being Probed For Toxic Work Culture
4 years, 4 months ago

'The Ellen DeGeneres Show' Being Probed For Toxic Work Culture

News 18  

The popular television talk show of Ellen DeGeneres has become subject of an inquiry, following a report of the presence of toxic work culture driven by racism, bullying and intimidation. The Ellen DeGeneres Show became the subject of an internal investigation by WarnerMedia following numerous accounts of workplace problems, reports variety.com. According to sources, the show's producer Telepictures and distributor Warner Bros Television sent out a memo to staffers last week, sharing that they have roped in an outside consultant to interview current and former employees about their experience working on the popular talk show. It also mentioned jokes about mistaking two Black female employees with the same hairstyle, as well as criticism of statements allegedly made to another staffer by executive producer Ed Glavin.

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From The Tonight Show to The Kelly Clarkson Show: A closer look at the troubling work culture in Hollywood
1 year, 3 months ago

From The Tonight Show to The Kelly Clarkson Show: A closer look at the troubling work culture in Hollywood

Hindustan Times  

In the wake of The Tonight Show host Jimmy Fallon being accused of creating a toxic work environment, the entertainment industry has been thrust into a spotlight of scrutiny. Jimmy Fallon and Kelly Clarkson's show have been accused of having a toxic work environment Jimmy Fallon’s The Tonight Show The Tonight Show hosted by Jimmy Fallon faced a significant amount …

From Jimmy Fallon to Ellen DeGeneres, why are talk shows such a hotbed of ‘toxic workplace’ allegations?
1 year, 3 months ago

From Jimmy Fallon to Ellen DeGeneres, why are talk shows such a hotbed of ‘toxic workplace’ allegations?

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. In the investigation, employees claimed that they were left …

Ellen DeGeneres says media backlash over ‘toxic workplace’ allegations was ‘orchestrated’
3 years, 7 months ago

Ellen DeGeneres says media backlash over ‘toxic workplace’ allegations was ‘orchestrated’

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Ellen DeGeneres has claimed that media coverage of allegations of a …

Ellen DeGeneres says she's ending her talk show because it's no longer a "challenge"
3 years, 7 months ago

Ellen DeGeneres says she's ending her talk show because it's no longer a "challenge"

Salon  

Ellen DeGeneres has announced that the upcoming 19th season of her midday talk show, "The Ellen DeGeneres Show," will be the last. "When you're a creative person, you constantly need to be challenged – and as great as this show is, and as fun as it is, it's just not a challenge anymore," DeGeneres told the publication. Sources told the …

Ellen loses more than one million viewers following ‘toxic’ workplace scandal
3 years, 9 months ago

Ellen loses more than one million viewers following ‘toxic’ workplace scandal

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The Ellen DeGeneres Show has lost over a million viewers following …

Ellen DeGeneres Show loses over a third of audience after ‘toxic’ environment accusations
4 years, 2 months ago

Ellen DeGeneres Show loses over a third of audience after ‘toxic’ environment accusations

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The Ellen DeGeneres Show’s audience has dropped by 37 per cent …

Ellen DeGeneres on workplace misconduct claims: ‘We are starting a new chapter’
4 years, 3 months ago

Ellen DeGeneres on workplace misconduct claims: ‘We are starting a new chapter’

The Independent  

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The Ellen Show: Warner Bros executives promise change after ‘unacceptable’ behaviour
4 years, 3 months ago

The Ellen Show: Warner Bros executives promise change after ‘unacceptable’ behaviour

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Warner Bros bosses have promised to treat their employees with “dignity”, …

Ellen Degeneres to Talk to Fans About Toxic Workplace Charge
4 years, 4 months ago

Ellen Degeneres to Talk to Fans About Toxic Workplace Charge

News 18  

Popular TV host Ellen DeGeneres will soon interact with fans about the negative publicity her talk show has drawn on being probed for toxic work culture. Ellen was recently asked by a reporter about her show, following the firing of three senior producers. A while back, soon after Warner Bros. Television said three senior producers were being fired over the …

'Ellen DeGeneres Show' toxic? It's a scandal right out of TV
4 years, 4 months ago

'Ellen DeGeneres Show' toxic? It's a scandal right out of TV

LA Times  

This week, Ellen DeGeneres attempted — successfully? Since the story broke, the star has made various statements of appreciation and remorse, taken responsibility, promised “to do my part” and “change and grow,” and reiterated her original desire for a show that would be “a place of happiness — no one would ever raise their voice, and everyone would be treated …

Ellen DeGeneres employees told changes being made after claims of ‘toxicity’ behind the scenes
4 years, 4 months ago

Ellen DeGeneres employees told changes being made after claims of ‘toxicity’ behind the scenes

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Employees at Ellen Degeneres’s talk show have been told that steps …

Diane Keaton, Kevin Hart, Katy Perry: All the celebrities supporting Ellen DeGeneres amid blacklash
4 years, 4 months ago

Diane Keaton, Kevin Hart, Katy Perry: All the celebrities supporting Ellen DeGeneres amid blacklash

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The television host has recently found herself at the centre of controversy following claims from …

Ellen producers hold tense 'clear the air' talks with staff
4 years, 4 months ago

Ellen producers hold tense 'clear the air' talks with staff

Daily Mail  

The Ellen DeGeneres Show held a call with staffers to discuss how the daytime talk show will move forward amid accusations of a toxic workplace, according to reports. Ellen DeGeneres and three other executive producers from her daytime talk show were reported to have held a call Monday to 'clear the air' with staffers and discuss the show's future DeGeneres …

"Ellen DeGeneres Show" producers address staff as misconduct investigation continues
4 years, 4 months ago

"Ellen DeGeneres Show" producers address staff as misconduct investigation continues

Salon  

As "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" winds down its summer hiatus, Variety has learned that producers on Monday are addressing with staff accounts of workplace misconduct on the popular daytime talk series, which are currently being investigated by WarnerMedia. When "Ellen" won a Daytime Emmy in June for best entertainment talk show, DeGeneres said in her acceptance speech that she would …

'The Ellen DeGeneres Show' Not Going Off Air
4 years, 4 months ago

'The Ellen DeGeneres Show' Not Going Off Air

News 18  

The Ellen DeGeneres Show executive producer says the show is not going off the air as workplace investigation continues. A Twitter user wished him well in response to another tweet, also writing that "If the Ellen show goes off the air due to all these allegations. And #GoKingsGo— andy lassner July 30, 2020 Warner Bros. Television sent an internal memo …

Ellen DeGeneres' memo to her staff addressing mistreatment allegations
4 years, 4 months ago

Ellen DeGeneres' memo to her staff addressing mistreatment allegations

Daily Mail  

Hey everybody — it’s Ellen. On day one of our show, I told everyone in our first meeting that The Ellen Degeneres Show would be a place of happiness — no one would ever raise their voice, and everyone would be treated with respect. As we’ve grown exponentially, I’ve not been able to stay on top of everything and relied …

Ellen DeGeneres Addresses Workplace Allegations in Letter to Staff, to Make Structural Changes
4 years, 4 months ago

Ellen DeGeneres Addresses Workplace Allegations in Letter to Staff, to Make Structural Changes

News 18  

Popular TV host Ellen DeGeneres has penned a letter to the staff of her show in the wake of allegations of a toxic work environment and sexual harassment. Dozens of employees of The Ellen DeGeneres Show have come forward in an explosive report from Buzzfeed, alleging sexual harassment and misconduct by some of the show's top executive producers. In her …

Ellen DeGeneres breaks silence on allegations of toxic show environment as new sexual harassment claims emerge
4 years, 4 months ago

Ellen DeGeneres breaks silence on allegations of toxic show environment as new sexual harassment claims emerge

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Ellen DeGeneres has issued an …

Ellen DeGeneres apologises to staff amid internal probe on 'unfair' workplace allegations
4 years, 4 months ago

Ellen DeGeneres apologises to staff amid internal probe on 'unfair' workplace allegations

Firstpost  

Ellen DeGeneres’ apology and the investigation by Warner Bros followed a report in which one current and 10 former employees complained about issues, including being fired after taking medical or bereavement leave Ellen DeGeneres apologised to the staff of her daytime TV talk show amid an internal company investigation of complaints of a difficult and unfair workplace. Something changed, she …

DeGeneres apologizes to show’s staff amid workplace inquiry
4 years, 4 months ago

DeGeneres apologizes to show’s staff amid workplace inquiry

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Ellen DeGeneres apologized to the staff of her daytime TV talk show amid an internal company investigation of complaints of a difficult and unfair workplace. “On day one of our show, I told everyone in our first meeting that ‘The Ellen DeGeneres Show’ would be a place of happiness — no one would ever raise their voice, …

Ellen DeGeneres Show ‘under investigation’ following claims set is ‘dominated by fear’
4 years, 4 months ago

Ellen DeGeneres Show ‘under investigation’ following claims set is ‘dominated by fear’

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Ellen DeGeneres's talk show is reportedly being investigated after numerous claims …

Ellen DeGeneres’s former employees allege workplace environment filled with ‘racism, fear and intimidation’
4 years, 5 months ago

Ellen DeGeneres’s former employees allege workplace environment filled with ‘racism, fear and intimidation’

The Independent  

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