Comedy Queen Says Goodbye
Ellen DeGeneres, 66, vehemently denies being a ‘mean girl’. The famous comedy queen made this clear in her final stand-up tour, named “Ellen’s Last Stand…Up”. The talk-show titan has stepped away from the limelight since the conclusion of her widely popular television program in 2022.
During her performance in Santa Rosa, California, Ellen made a vigorous stand. “I’m many things, but I’m not mean,” she asserted before her captivated audience. She took time, jokingly, to catch up her fans on her life post-showbiz. “I got chickens. And, oh yeah, I also got kicked out of the entertainment industry for being mean,” she quipped.
‘Strong But Not Mean,’ Insists Ellen
The Emmy award-winning star confessed her personality traits might include impatience, demanding, and toughness. However, she adamantly insisted that she’s not mean-spirited. Her intentions were never to cause harm or suffering.
The commotion originated four years ago when a Buzzfeed article published allegations by former employees of Ellen’s show. They claimed that they had undergone experiences of intimidation, racism, and a generally toxic workplace environment. Ellen announced the termination of her once-loved daytime talk show in the spring following these allegations.
End of Ellen in Showbiz, Announces DeGeneres
In her recent stand-up performances, she further spurred headlines by confirming her decision to hang up her mic. After her upcoming Netflix special, she will officially quit the entertainment industry. “After my Netflix special, I’m done. This is your last chance to see me,” she frankly announced to her audience during a Q&A session.
Farewell Tour Schedule, and Unexpected Cancellations
Ellen’s comedy tour, announced in May, will tour across North America for the most part of the upcoming summer. The audiences can expect her grand performance at the Radio City Music Hall on August 1, with the final goodbye scheduled for August 17 in Minneapolis.
Yet, a sudden change in plan surfaced on Wednesday. Ticketmaster website revealed the cancellation of four shows located in Dallas, San Francisco, Seattle, and Chicago. These shows supposed to take place in July and August. Unfortunately, the reason behind these cancellations remains undisclosed.
Ellen’s decision to leave the entertainment sector ends a prolific career stretching over several decades. Her charm and wit have entertained millions around the globe, making her one of the most loved celebrities. As she bids adieu to her fans, she firmly refutes the claims of being ‘mean’. The comedy tour thus marks her final attempt to reclaim her narrative and wrap up her career on her own terms. The world now waits to see what the comedian does next following her departure.