Hello everyone! Gather around because we’ve got some big news about one of television’s most iconic personalities. Ellen DeGeneres, the former queen of daytime talk shows, is stepping out of the limelight after her upcoming Netflix special. Let’s dive into what prompted this decision and what Ellen had to say about it.
During her recent “Ellen’s Last Stand…Up” tour stop in Santa Rosa, California, a curious fan asked Ellen if she had any future plans for filmmaking or Broadway. Ellen’s response? A simple and straightforward, “Um, no.” She then dropped the bombshell, “This is the last time you’re going to see me. After my Netflix special, I’m done.” Yes, you heard it right, folks! Ellen is saying goodbye to Hollywood once and for all.
Ellen’s Netflix comedy special, which is set to premiere later this year, will mark her final curtain call. During the show, Ellen took a moment to thank her fans for their continued support and shared a humorous update on her life since leaving television.
She said, “Thank you for still caring! Let me catch you up on what’s been going on with me since you last saw me. I got chickens.” Always one to sprinkle in a bit of humor, she also quipped, “Oh yeah, and I got kicked out of show business for being mean. Next time, I’ll be kicked out for being old. Old, gay and mean, the triple crown.”
Ellen’s departure from the public eye follows the end of “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” after 19 seasons. The show’s final season was marred by a toxic workplace scandal that saw Ellen’s once sterling reputation take a hit.
Reflecting on her career and the scandal, Ellen shared, “I used to say, ‘I don’t care what people say about me.’ Now I realize I said that during the height of my popularity.”
Despite the controversy, Ellen remains adamant about her character, asserting, “I am many things, but I am not mean.” The scandal, which came to light in 2020, involved accusations of a toxic work environment and inappropriate behavior by some of the show’s producers. This led to an avalanche of negative headlines and former employee testimonials that shook the show’s foundation.
During a stand-up routine in Los Angeles, Ellen addressed the scandal head-on, stating sarcastically, “Oh yeah, I got kicked out of show business. There’s no mean people in show business.” Her remarks reflect her signature blend of humor and honesty, even in the face of adversity.
The final episode of “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” aired in May 2022, closing a significant chapter in daytime television. As Ellen prepares to step away from the public eye, her fans will no doubt remember the laughter and joy she brought into their homes for nearly two decades.
So, folks, let’s all give a virtual round of applause for Ellen DeGeneres as she embarks on this new chapter of her life. And don’t forget to catch her final performance on Netflix later this year!
