September 25th 2024.
Ellen DeGeneres' latest stand-up special on Netflix has been making waves, with viewers and critics alike chiming in on her performance. Titled "For Your Approval," it has been promoted as Ellen's final television comedy show, following her controversial exit from her long-running talk show, "The Ellen DeGeneres Show."
Amidst allegations of a toxic work environment on her show, Ellen took a step back from the spotlight in 2022 and has kept a low profile since then. In her return to the stage with "For Your Approval," she addresses the controversy surrounding her, jokingly admitting that she got "kicked out" of Hollywood for being "mean."
Ellen goes on to touch upon the expectations society has for women in positions of power, and how her strong and direct personality may have worked against her in the industry. She points out the double standard of men in equivalent positions being allowed to be forthright, while women are expected to be more agreeable and accommodating.
This lack of repentance on Ellen's part has not gone unnoticed by viewers, with some expressing their anger and disappointment on social media. Twitter user @HoundDogBedtime called the special "s**t," while @Metal_314159 found Ellen's facial expressions "odd and unsettling." @M3tal_Jess even confessed to feeling uncomfortable while listening to the audience clap.
On the other hand, there were also those who defended Ellen's stand-up, with @nevereverDave praising her comedic timing and audience rapport. @CathyRo88071518 also shared their enjoyment of the special, despite the backlash Ellen has been receiving.
"The Ellen DeGeneres Show" first aired in 2003, and Ellen quickly became known for her bubbly personality and her famous mantra, "be kind." However, in 2020, BuzzFeed News published an article featuring anonymous former employees who alleged a toxic work environment on the show. This led to an investigation by Warner Bros and eventual staffing changes, as well as an apology from Ellen to her staff.
In her special, Ellen addresses her exit from show business and acknowledges the mistakes that were made on her show. She also reveals that she felt it was time to move on, as "it's just not a challenge anymore." The final episode of "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" aired in May 2021, with guest appearances from Jennifer Aniston, Billie Eilish, and Pink.
Despite the backlash and controversy surrounding her, Ellen's comedy special is still available to stream on Netflix. It remains to be seen if this will truly be her last TV comedy show, but for now, she's taking a step back and enjoying some time out of the spotlight. As always, if you have a celebrity story, video, or pictures, feel free to reach out to the entertainment team at The Agency. We'd love to hear from you.
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