Ellen DeGeneres tests positive for coronavirus, pauses "Ellen Show" production
4 years ago

Ellen DeGeneres tests positive for coronavirus, pauses "Ellen Show" production

Salon  

Ellen DeGeneres has tested positive for COVID-19, and production on her talk show will be paused until January, Variety has confirmed. Season 18 of "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" premiered on Sept. 21 after months of controversy involving an internal investigation after allegations of racism, sexual misconduct and other workplace problems. During the pandemic shutdown in the spring, "Ellen Show" staffers raised complaints about poor communication, pay reductions and mistreatment. In an internal memo to staff DeGeneres apologized, writing "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.

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Ellen DeGeneres mercilessly mocked over 'I'm kind' skincare line ad: 'But her staff said the opposite'
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Ellen DeGeneres mercilessly mocked over 'I'm kind' skincare line ad: 'But her staff said the opposite'

Daily Mail  

Ellen DeGeneres has been mercilessly mocked over her Kind Science skincare line advert four years after she was canceled amid a toxic workplace scandal. The former host, 66, whose daytime talk show ended in 2022 following allegations of intimidation, racism and sexual misconduct, appeared in an advert alongside wife Portia de Rossi, 51, in which she waxed lyrical about the …

Ellen DeGeneres’s final stand-up special is bizarre, unfunny and self-pitying
3 months ago

Ellen DeGeneres’s final stand-up special is bizarre, unfunny and self-pitying

The Independent  

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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 …

Ellen DeGeneres ‘announces retirement’: ‘This is the last time you’re going to see me’
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Ellen DeGeneres ‘announces retirement’: ‘This is the last time you’re going to see me’

The Independent  

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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  

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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 …

'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 marks filming of last episode of her talk show
2 years, 7 months ago

Ellen DeGeneres marks filming of last episode of her talk show

The Independent  

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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  

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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  

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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 gives update on Portia de Rossi’s shock hospitalisation
3 years, 9 months ago

Ellen DeGeneres gives update on Portia de Rossi’s shock hospitalisation

The Independent  

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Ellen DeGeneres Tests Covid Positive
4 years ago

Ellen DeGeneres Tests Covid Positive

News 18  

Comedian-host Ellen DeGeneres has revealed that she has tested Covid-19 positive, assuring fans she feels fine right now. DeGeneres took to Instagram to share the health update, going on to reveal that production on her popular talk show has been suspended, with plans to resume in January. The show hit its highest rating since May during the week ending November …

Ellen DeGeneres reveals she's tested positive for coronavirus, says will resume work 'after the holidays'
4 years ago

Ellen DeGeneres reveals she's tested positive for coronavirus, says will resume work 'after the holidays'

Firstpost  

Production on The Ellen DeGeneres Show has been paused until January 2021, the producer said. Ellen DeGeneres says she has tested positive for COVID-19 but is “feeling fine right now.” Production on her daytime talk show has been paused until January, producer Telepictures said in a statement that followed DeGeneres’ Thursday announcement. In a social media post, DeGeneres said anyone …

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  

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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 …

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  

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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’ ex-girlfriend Anne Heche breaks silence on bullying allegations against TV host
4 years, 4 months ago

Ellen DeGeneres’ ex-girlfriend Anne Heche breaks silence on bullying allegations against TV host

The Independent  

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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" ousts three top producers
4 years, 4 months ago

"The Ellen DeGeneres Show" ousts three top producers

Salon  

"The Ellen DeGeneres Show" has overhauled its senior production team in the wake of accusations of racial insensitivity, sexual misconduct and other problems in the work environment at the long-running daytime talk show. "Ellen" veterans Mary Connelly, Andy Lassner and Derek Westervelt will remain at the show as executive producers alongside host DeGeneres. The news was delivered to "Ellen" staffers …

"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 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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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  

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Ellen DeGeneres Show won’t be cancelled amid ‘mean’ allegations, producers say
4 years, 5 months ago

Ellen DeGeneres Show won’t be cancelled amid ‘mean’ allegations, producers say

The Independent  

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