Ellen DeGeneres returns to comedy stage, talks about hard time after being ‘kicked out of show business’
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Ellen DeGeneres returns to comedy stage, talks about hard time after being ‘kicked out of show business’

Hindustan Times  

Comedian Ellen DeGeneres made a remarkable comeback to the stand-up stage with “Ellen's Last Stand.Up Tour” in West Hollywood on Wednesday night. During her first comedy tour since 2018, DeGeneres acknowledged that being called the "most hated person in America" had severely damaged her self-esteem. DeGeneres pokes fun at her downfall, says her ego and self-esteem were hurt During her first comedy tour since 2018, DeGeneres acknowledged that being called the "most hated person in America" had severely damaged her self-esteem. “People either love you and idolize you or they hate you, and those people somehow are louder.” Despite being the face of her show, the comedian acknowledged that she "didn't know how to be a boss" and reminded the crowd that she went to 'Charlie's Chuckle Hutt,' not business school.

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Ellen DeGeneres' Netflix special addresses her controversies, but fails to square with them
3 months ago

Ellen DeGeneres' Netflix special addresses her controversies, but fails to square with them

Salon  

2020 was an unforgettable year, but not only because it saw the onset of a global pandemic. None felt the sting of 2020's cancel culture more acutely than comedian and talk show host Ellen DeGeneres, who, along with her eponymous talk-variety show, was taken down by the phenomenon when it was revealed that she — known largely for her "Be …

Ellen DeGeneres says she was ‘kicked out of show business’ in Netflix special trailer
3 months ago

Ellen DeGeneres says she was ‘kicked out of show business’ in Netflix special trailer

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. DeGeneres subsequently announced she would retire this August after …

Patrick Warburton says Ellen DeGeneres confronted him in public after he turned down role on her show
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Patrick Warburton says Ellen DeGeneres confronted him in public after he turned down role on her show

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. “They say you’re the flavor of the month, so …

"Last time you’re going to see me": Ellen DeGeneres to "disappear" after Netflix special
5 months, 2 weeks ago

"Last time you’re going to see me": Ellen DeGeneres to "disappear" after Netflix special

Salon  

Ellen DeGeneres is bowing out from a decades-long comedy career, capping off a mixed legacy as a trailblazing queer pioneer and a bad boss. After my Netflix special, I’m done,” she said at a July stand-up show in San Francisco, according to SFGate. The retirement announcement came as fans asked whether they could expect to see her on film or …

Ellen DeGeneres just canceled 4 dates on her comedy tour — no explanation given
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Ellen DeGeneres just canceled 4 dates on her comedy tour — no explanation given

LA Times  

“The Ellen DeGeneres Show” ended in 2022 in the wake of allegations of a toxic workplace. Those who bought tickets to the former talk show host’s performances in Dallas, San Francisco, Seattle and Chicago were informed by concert promoter Live Nation that “unfortunately, the Event Organizer has had to cancel your event.” Television Timeline: The scandal that brought down Ellen …

Ellen DeGeneres abruptly cancels four stand-up shows
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Ellen DeGeneres abruptly cancels four stand-up shows

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 Comedian and TV star Ellen …

Ellen DeGeneres riffs on getting ‘kicked out’ of showbiz after toxic-culture allegations
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Ellen DeGeneres riffs on getting ‘kicked out’ of showbiz after toxic-culture allegations

LA Times  

Ellen DeGeneres reportedly said during a stand-up set at Largo on Thursday that her public fall from grace has “been such a toll on my ego and my self-esteem.” For Ellen DeGeneres, toxic-workplace allegations that clouded her long-running daytime series marked the end of an era. Two years after “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” aired its final episode in 2022, its …

Ellen DeGeneres has left the building: ‘When we started the show, I couldn’t say “gay”’
2 years, 6 months ago

Ellen DeGeneres has left the building: ‘When we started the show, I couldn’t say “gay”’

LA Times  

After 19 seasons, thousands of celebrity interviews, hundreds of pranks, countless dance breaks and nearly two decades, “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” has officially come to an end. Reflecting on how much has changed over the past 19 years in her last opening monologue, a tearful DeGeneres called the show “the greatest experience I’ve ever had beyond my wildest imagination.” “When …

Ellen can say "gay" now: "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" ends by taking a stand ... for celebrity
2 years, 6 months ago

Ellen can say "gay" now: "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" ends by taking a stand ... for celebrity

Salon  

"Hacks" acknowledges Ellen DeGeneres' broad influence by having its star comic Deborah Vance open her show on a lesbian cruise by dancing awkwardly to Pharrell's "Happy." This episode was recorded on April 28, a full month after Florida's governor Ron DeSantis signed the "Parental Rights in Education" bill, better known as "Don't Say Gay," into law. Succeeding in daytime talk …

'The Ellen DeGeneres Show' ends: How the host lost her way
2 years, 7 months ago

'The Ellen DeGeneres Show' ends: How the host lost her way

LA Times  

When Ellen DeGeneres launched her daytime talk show, it felt like a flag planted on lunar terrain. Category errors The final chapter of “The Ellen DeGeneres Show,” set to conclude Thursday after nearly 20 years on air, began before this season’s farewell tour. pic.twitter.com/AYiwY5gTIS — Ellen DeGeneres October 8, 2019 “Here’s one tweet that I loved,” she read at one …

Ellen DeGeneres says show is ‘happy place’ for final season
3 years, 3 months ago

Ellen DeGeneres says show is ‘happy place’ for final season

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Ellen DeGeneres has a lot of ground to cover in the 19th and final season of her talk show, which she promises will be a “huge celebration.” She intends to salute longtime viewers, stroll down memory lane to revisit early appearances by fledgling stars such as Rihanna and Justin Bieber and celebrate the show’s achievements. “This is …

How Ellen DeGeneres and her beloved talk show came crashing down to earth
3 years, 7 months ago

How Ellen DeGeneres and her beloved talk show came crashing down to earth

The Independent  

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Ellen DeGeneres to End Her Long-Running Talk Show
3 years, 7 months ago

Ellen DeGeneres to End Her Long-Running Talk Show

The Quint  

As per the report by The New York Times, Ellen's decision resulted in a sharp ratings decline for The Ellen DeGeneres Show. Between September and February, the show brought in $127.6 million in advertising revenue, according to the research firm Kantar. This downward spiral started after BuzzFeed reported in July that a number of former and current staff members said …

The Ellen DeGeneres Show: Timeline of talk show’s biggest controversies
3 years, 7 months ago

The Ellen DeGeneres Show: Timeline of talk show’s biggest controversies

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. That’s the rule to this day.” open image in gallery Ellen DeGeneres on The Ellen …

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 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 …

Thank goodness Ellen DeGeneres got her apology out of the way so audiences can laugh again
4 years, 2 months ago

Thank goodness Ellen DeGeneres got her apology out of the way so audiences can laugh again

Salon  

On Monday Ellen DeGeneres returned for the 18th season of her syndicated series after an investigation of accusations of workplace misconduct led to three producers to be ousted. Then she pointed out the obvious: This is "The Ellen DeGeneres Show," and her name is Ellen DeGeneres. BuzzFeed, the outlet that broke the first in-depth reports concerning the toxic workplace at …

Ellen DeGeneres begins new season of talk-show with apology: 'I take responsibility for what happens'
4 years, 3 months ago

Ellen DeGeneres begins new season of talk-show with apology: 'I take responsibility for what happens'

Firstpost  

Ellen DeGeneres used the opening monologue of the new season of her daytime talk show to address allegations of a toxic work environment, apologising for things “that never should have happened.” Ellen DeGeneres used her opening monologue of the new season of her daytime talk show to address allegations of a toxic work environment, apologising for things “that never should …

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  

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Ellen DeGeneres announces return of talk show on 21 September: 'Can't wait to get back to work'
4 years, 3 months ago

Ellen DeGeneres announces return of talk show on 21 September: 'Can't wait to get back to work'

Firstpost  

Tiffany Haddish will join Ellen DeGeneres for the kick-off episode, with The Ellen DeGeneres Show to be taped at Warner Bros. minus an in-studio audience Ellen DeGeneres says she’ll be ready to talk when her daytime show returns this month after a staff shake-up prompted by allegations of a toxic workplace. And, yes, we’re gonna talk about it,” DeGeneres said …

DeGeneres vows candor as clouded talk show charts its return
4 years, 3 months ago

DeGeneres vows candor as clouded talk show charts its return

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Ellen DeGeneres says she’ll be ready to talk when her daytime show returns this month after a staff shake-up prompted by allegations of a toxic workplace. Tiffany Haddish will join DeGeneres for the kick-off episode, with “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” to be taped at Warner Bros. minus an in-studio audience, which is commonplace during the pandemic. Last …

"Ellen DeGeneres Show" Season 18 returns Sept. 21: "Yes, we’re gonna talk about it"
4 years, 3 months ago

"Ellen DeGeneres Show" Season 18 returns Sept. 21: "Yes, we’re gonna talk about it"

Salon  

"The Ellen DeGeneres Show," after ousting three top producers amid internal allegations of racial insensitivity and sexual misconduct, has scheduled its Season 18 premiere for Monday, Sept. 21. And, yes, we're gonna talk about it," said Ellen DeGeneres in a statement, seemingly referring to the accusations. Tiffany Haddish will join DeGeneres in studio on the "Ellen" stage on the Warner …

'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  

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The Ellen DeGeneres Show: Radio executive claims he was ‘told not to look’ at host during interview
4 years, 4 months ago

The Ellen DeGeneres Show: Radio executive claims he was ‘told not to look’ at host during interview

The Independent  

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'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 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  

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