Ellen DeGeneres returned to the stage to kick off Ellen’s Last Stand…Up Tour with a set at the Los Angeles Largo Club at the Coronet. She discussed the opportunity to address the elephant in the room: her absence from the limelight. In an exclusive for Showbiz Cheat Sheet, body language expert Darren Stanton claims that Ellen has taken “no ownership” of her past apologies.
Ellen DeGeneres may not be authentic in her past apologies, says body language expert
During Ellen DeGeneres’s stand-up show, the comedienne joked about getting “kicked out of show business” for being mean. “The hate went on for a long time, and I would try to avoid looking at the news,” she recalled. “The ‘be kind’ girl wasn’t kind. That was the headline.”
However, body language expert Darren Stanton has a different take on DeGeneres’ commentary. He subsequently believes she may not be authentic in her past apologies.
Ellen DeGeneres may not be authentic in her past apologies, says body language expert
During Ellen DeGeneres’s stand-up show, the comedienne joked about getting “kicked out of show business” for being mean. “The hate went on for a long time, and I would try to avoid looking at the news,” she recalled. “The ‘be kind’ girl wasn’t kind. That was the headline.”
However, body language expert Darren Stanton has a different take on DeGeneres’ commentary. He subsequently believes she may not be authentic in her past apologies.
- 5/2/2024
- by Lucille Barilla
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
“The Ellen DeGeneres Show” returned steady in TV ratings on Monday, the Season 18 premiere that will forever be better known as “the apology episode.”
Steady these days is a win.
“Ellen” drew a 1.9 household rating, flat with the prior September’s premiere. That was good enough to finish second to “The View” (a 2.7 rating).
“Ellen” was able to grow a bit year over year among adults 25 to 54, posting a 0.9 rating. That was up from a 0.8 last year.
Daytime talk shows skew more towards women, and DeGeneres beat or tied the competition among those categories. “Ellen” led the ranks on Monday with a 0.6 rating among women 18-34 and a 0.8 rating among women 18-49.
Ellen DeGeneres’ talk show tied with “The View” among women 25-54 — both got 1.1s.
DeGeneres’ on-air mea culpa, which was not a hit with everyone, was intended to address reports from the summer about a toxic work environment at the Warner Bros.
Steady these days is a win.
“Ellen” drew a 1.9 household rating, flat with the prior September’s premiere. That was good enough to finish second to “The View” (a 2.7 rating).
“Ellen” was able to grow a bit year over year among adults 25 to 54, posting a 0.9 rating. That was up from a 0.8 last year.
Daytime talk shows skew more towards women, and DeGeneres beat or tied the competition among those categories. “Ellen” led the ranks on Monday with a 0.6 rating among women 18-34 and a 0.8 rating among women 18-49.
Ellen DeGeneres’ talk show tied with “The View” among women 25-54 — both got 1.1s.
DeGeneres’ on-air mea culpa, which was not a hit with everyone, was intended to address reports from the summer about a toxic work environment at the Warner Bros.
- 9/22/2020
- by Tony Maglio
- The Wrap
Ellen DeGeneres opened Season 18 of “The Ellen DeGeneres” show Monday with a monologue that addressed the toxic workplace accusations posed against the show by current and former employees over the summer. But DeGeneres’ speech, which included apologies and a promise to start a “new chapter” at her show, was found tone-deaf by some former and current “Ellen” staffers due to the inclusion of jokes about how “great” her summer was, according to BuzzFeed News.
One former employee told BuzzFeed news, “When she said, ‘Oh my summer was great’ and that was supposed to be funny I thought, ‘It’s funny that you had a rough summer because everyone was calling out all of the allegations of your toxic work environment and now you’re the one suffering?'”
You can view DeGeneres’ monologue via the video above.
“Not only did Ellen turn my trauma, turn our traumas, into a joke,...
One former employee told BuzzFeed news, “When she said, ‘Oh my summer was great’ and that was supposed to be funny I thought, ‘It’s funny that you had a rough summer because everyone was calling out all of the allegations of your toxic work environment and now you’re the one suffering?'”
You can view DeGeneres’ monologue via the video above.
“Not only did Ellen turn my trauma, turn our traumas, into a joke,...
- 9/22/2020
- by Jennifer Maas
- The Wrap
Ellen DeGeneres addressed the toxic work environment allegations that rocked her daytime talk show this summer, apologizing “to the people who were affected” on the Season 18 premiere Monday, September 21st.
“As you may have heard, this summer there were allegations of a toxic work environment at our show and then there was an investigation,” DeGeneres said during her opening monologue. “I learned that things happened here that never should have happened. I take that very seriously and I want to say I am so sorry to the people who were affected.
“As you may have heard, this summer there were allegations of a toxic work environment at our show and then there was an investigation,” DeGeneres said during her opening monologue. “I learned that things happened here that never should have happened. I take that very seriously and I want to say I am so sorry to the people who were affected.
- 9/21/2020
- by Jon Blistein
- Rollingstone.com
Ellen DeGeneres kept her word and opened up about reports of a "toxic" work culture on her hit daytime talk show as it returned to the air on Monday.
Moments after declaring sarcastically that she had a "great... super terrific" summer with her double thumbs up, she addressed the reports leveled against the series.
"I learned that things happened here that never should have happened," DeGeneres said.
"I take that very seriously and I want to say I'm so sorry to the people that were affected."
"I know that I'm in a position of privilege and power and I realize that with that comes responsibility. I take responsibility for what happens at my show."
The host said that the new season marks the beginning of a "new chapter," for the show and for her.
And she also had a response to the reports that she's not the woman people see on TV,...
Moments after declaring sarcastically that she had a "great... super terrific" summer with her double thumbs up, she addressed the reports leveled against the series.
"I learned that things happened here that never should have happened," DeGeneres said.
"I take that very seriously and I want to say I'm so sorry to the people that were affected."
"I know that I'm in a position of privilege and power and I realize that with that comes responsibility. I take responsibility for what happens at my show."
The host said that the new season marks the beginning of a "new chapter," for the show and for her.
And she also had a response to the reports that she's not the woman people see on TV,...
- 9/21/2020
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
Ellen DeGeneres addressed reports of mistreatment and misconduct behind the scenes at “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” in her opening monologue of the season.
In the seven-minute opener, DeGeneres apologized “to the people that were affected” and said she is “taking responsibility for what happens at my show.”
“As you may have heard, this summer there were allegations of a toxic work environment at our show and then there was an investigation. I learned that things happened here that never should have happened. I take that every seriously and I want to say I am so sorry to the people that were affected. I know that I am in a position of privilege and power and with that comes responsibility and I take responsibility for what happens at my show,” DeGeneres said.
This was the first time that DeGeneres had publicly addressed the reports which emerged from a mid-July BuzzFeed News...
In the seven-minute opener, DeGeneres apologized “to the people that were affected” and said she is “taking responsibility for what happens at my show.”
“As you may have heard, this summer there were allegations of a toxic work environment at our show and then there was an investigation. I learned that things happened here that never should have happened. I take that every seriously and I want to say I am so sorry to the people that were affected. I know that I am in a position of privilege and power and with that comes responsibility and I take responsibility for what happens at my show,” DeGeneres said.
This was the first time that DeGeneres had publicly addressed the reports which emerged from a mid-July BuzzFeed News...
- 9/21/2020
- by Will Thorne
- Variety Film + TV
Ellen DeGeneres returned to the studio for her talk show’s Season 18 premiere, and she was joined by an enormous elephant in the room.
As seen in the video above — released ahead of the full episode’s syndicated broadcast on Monday — DeGeneres opened the season by acknowledging recent allegations of bullying and toxic workplace culture at the daytime series, which had prompted an internal investigation by parent company WarnerMedia over the summer.
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As seen in the video above — released ahead of the full episode’s syndicated broadcast on Monday — DeGeneres opened the season by acknowledging recent allegations of bullying and toxic workplace culture at the daytime series, which had prompted an internal investigation by parent company WarnerMedia over the summer.
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- 9/21/2020
- by Rebecca Iannucci
- TVLine.com
Ellen DeGeneres opened Season 18 of “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” Monday by addressing the controversy that has surrounded her this summer following several accusations of a toxic workplace at the long-running talk show.
“If you’re watching because you love me, thank you. If you’re watching because you don’t love me, welcome,” DeGeneres joked at the top of her monologue, which was delivered in front of a virtual audience.
“As you may have heard, this summer there were allegations of a toxic environment here at our show. And then there was an investigation. I learned that things happened here that never should have happened. I take that very seriously and I want to say I’m so sorry to the people who were affected.”
DeGeneres called this a “new chapter” for her show and said she’s “committed to making this the best season that we’ve ever had.
“If you’re watching because you love me, thank you. If you’re watching because you don’t love me, welcome,” DeGeneres joked at the top of her monologue, which was delivered in front of a virtual audience.
“As you may have heard, this summer there were allegations of a toxic environment here at our show. And then there was an investigation. I learned that things happened here that never should have happened. I take that very seriously and I want to say I’m so sorry to the people who were affected.”
DeGeneres called this a “new chapter” for her show and said she’s “committed to making this the best season that we’ve ever had.
- 9/21/2020
- by Jennifer Maas
- The Wrap
Comedian-host Ellen DeGeneres will soon be back with the next edition of her popular chat show, and will not avoid talking about the recent toxic workplace allegations.
After ousting three producers amid internal allegations of racial insensitivity and sexual misconduct, "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" has scheduled its Season 18 premiere for September 21, reports variety.com.
"I can't wait to get back to work and back to our studio. And, yes, we're going to talk about it," DeGeneres said, while referring to the accusations.
Tiffany Haddish will be joining DeGeneres in studio and help kick off the new season. It will be filmed from the studio with no in-studio audience, due to Covid health restrictions.
The show's first week is slated to include guest appearances by Kerry Washington, Alec Baldwin, and Chrissy Teigen. The guest line-up through the month includes Chris Rock, Amy Schumer, Adam Sandler and Orlando Bloom.
Executive producers Ed Glavin and Kevin Leman,...
After ousting three producers amid internal allegations of racial insensitivity and sexual misconduct, "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" has scheduled its Season 18 premiere for September 21, reports variety.com.
"I can't wait to get back to work and back to our studio. And, yes, we're going to talk about it," DeGeneres said, while referring to the accusations.
Tiffany Haddish will be joining DeGeneres in studio and help kick off the new season. It will be filmed from the studio with no in-studio audience, due to Covid health restrictions.
The show's first week is slated to include guest appearances by Kerry Washington, Alec Baldwin, and Chrissy Teigen. The guest line-up through the month includes Chris Rock, Amy Schumer, Adam Sandler and Orlando Bloom.
Executive producers Ed Glavin and Kevin Leman,...
- 9/9/2020
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
If you've been worried about the future of The Ellen DeGeneres Show, we have some good news:
The show is officially coming back!
Despite weeks of rumors that the hit talk show would not move forward with its new season amid complaints of a toxic workplace, DeGeneres herself has announced a return date.
Season 18 will hit the air September 21, according to a statement.
Initially, it was set to return Wednesday, September 9, but things change in the world of showbiz.
"I can't wait to get back to work and back to our studio," host Ellen DeGeneres said in a statement.
As if that wasn't enough incentive to tune into the series following months of bad press, Ellen also said the following:
"Yes, we're gonna talk about it."
It's certainly a big thing to say, but it could help get people talking about the new season and, in turn, help to drive up the show's ratings.
The show is officially coming back!
Despite weeks of rumors that the hit talk show would not move forward with its new season amid complaints of a toxic workplace, DeGeneres herself has announced a return date.
Season 18 will hit the air September 21, according to a statement.
Initially, it was set to return Wednesday, September 9, but things change in the world of showbiz.
"I can't wait to get back to work and back to our studio," host Ellen DeGeneres said in a statement.
As if that wasn't enough incentive to tune into the series following months of bad press, Ellen also said the following:
"Yes, we're gonna talk about it."
It's certainly a big thing to say, but it could help get people talking about the new season and, in turn, help to drive up the show's ratings.
- 9/8/2020
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
“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.
“I can’t wait to get back to work and back to our studio. 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 Bros. lot, though it will film without an in-studio audience amid the ongoing coronavirus crisis. The show’s first week back is slated to include guest appearances by Kerry Washington, Alec Baldwin, and Chrissy Teigen. The guest roster through the month includes Chris Rock, Amy Schumer, Adam Sandler and Orlando Bloom. Stephen “tWitch” Boss, who was recently promoted to co-executive producer, is set to guest-host upcoming episodes of “Ellen” in the fall.
Executive producers Ed Glavin and Kevin Leman,...
“I can’t wait to get back to work and back to our studio. 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 Bros. lot, though it will film without an in-studio audience amid the ongoing coronavirus crisis. The show’s first week back is slated to include guest appearances by Kerry Washington, Alec Baldwin, and Chrissy Teigen. The guest roster through the month includes Chris Rock, Amy Schumer, Adam Sandler and Orlando Bloom. Stephen “tWitch” Boss, who was recently promoted to co-executive producer, is set to guest-host upcoming episodes of “Ellen” in the fall.
Executive producers Ed Glavin and Kevin Leman,...
- 9/8/2020
- by Elaine Low
- Variety Film + TV
“The Ellen DeGeneres Show” has set its Season 18 premiere date. “Ellen” will return to the Warner Bros. lot sans in-studio audience on Monday, Sept. 21.
“I can’t wait to get back to work and back to our studio,” host Ellen DeGeneres said in a statement on Tuesday. “And, yes, we’re gonna talk about it.”
Tiffany Haddish will be Ellen’s first in-studio guest this season. Also joining DeGeneres for Season 18’s premiere week will be Kerry Washington, Alec Baldwin and Chrissy Teigen.
Chris Rock, Amy Schumer, Adam Sandler and Orlando Bloom are also on the early end of DeGeneres’ schedule for her new batch of episodes.
Additionally, this season, the talk show’s newest co-executive producer, Stephen “tWitch” Boss will guest host some episodes.
In case you’ve been self-quarantining under a rock, DeGeneres’ vow in her quote refers to the controversy that has surrounded her in recent months,...
“I can’t wait to get back to work and back to our studio,” host Ellen DeGeneres said in a statement on Tuesday. “And, yes, we’re gonna talk about it.”
Tiffany Haddish will be Ellen’s first in-studio guest this season. Also joining DeGeneres for Season 18’s premiere week will be Kerry Washington, Alec Baldwin and Chrissy Teigen.
Chris Rock, Amy Schumer, Adam Sandler and Orlando Bloom are also on the early end of DeGeneres’ schedule for her new batch of episodes.
Additionally, this season, the talk show’s newest co-executive producer, Stephen “tWitch” Boss will guest host some episodes.
In case you’ve been self-quarantining under a rock, DeGeneres’ vow in her quote refers to the controversy that has surrounded her in recent months,...
- 9/8/2020
- by Tony Maglio
- The Wrap
The future of The Ellen DeGeneres show remains in doubt following the stunning wave of allegations surrounding the daytime talker.
Executive producer Andy Lassner has spoke out for the first time since the allegations came to light. It all started when he returned to Instagram with a video of himself talking directly to the camera.
"Oh, look who it is. If it isn't Andy Lassner. Well, yes it is. Your eyes do not deceive you," he began in a bizarre video.
"I'm back. I've been away for a little bit dealing with, you know, some stuff. You may have read about it."
"It's been a couple of rough months," added Lassner.
"But it's when we go through these things, I guess, when we learn the most about ourselves, and maybe even some growth.
"But to tell you it hasn't been rough would be a lie, and I've always been honest with you.
Executive producer Andy Lassner has spoke out for the first time since the allegations came to light. It all started when he returned to Instagram with a video of himself talking directly to the camera.
"Oh, look who it is. If it isn't Andy Lassner. Well, yes it is. Your eyes do not deceive you," he began in a bizarre video.
"I'm back. I've been away for a little bit dealing with, you know, some stuff. You may have read about it."
"It's been a couple of rough months," added Lassner.
"But it's when we go through these things, I guess, when we learn the most about ourselves, and maybe even some growth.
"But to tell you it hasn't been rough would be a lie, and I've always been honest with you.
- 9/1/2020
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
Mariah Carey says she was “extremely uncomfortable” in a 2008 appearance on “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” during which the host attempted to pressure Carey into revealing her pregnancy.
“I was extremely uncomfortable with that moment is all I can say. And I really have had a hard time grappling with the aftermath,” Carey said in a Vulture profile published Monday.
The clip, which was recently resurfaced on social media in the wake of an investigation into the allegedly toxic workplace culture behind-the-scenes of the daytime talk show, shows DeGeneres asking Carey to address “rumors” about being pregnant. DeGeneres follows the question by presenting Carey with a glass of champagne, exclaiming “You’re pregnant!” when Carey doesn’t drink.
“I wasn’t ready to tell anyone because I had had a miscarriage,” Carey told Vulture. “I don’t want to throw anyone that’s already being thrown under any proverbial bus, but...
“I was extremely uncomfortable with that moment is all I can say. And I really have had a hard time grappling with the aftermath,” Carey said in a Vulture profile published Monday.
The clip, which was recently resurfaced on social media in the wake of an investigation into the allegedly toxic workplace culture behind-the-scenes of the daytime talk show, shows DeGeneres asking Carey to address “rumors” about being pregnant. DeGeneres follows the question by presenting Carey with a glass of champagne, exclaiming “You’re pregnant!” when Carey doesn’t drink.
“I wasn’t ready to tell anyone because I had had a miscarriage,” Carey told Vulture. “I don’t want to throw anyone that’s already being thrown under any proverbial bus, but...
- 8/31/2020
- by Reid Nakamura
- The Wrap
The Ellen DeGeneres Show has been dragged through the mud in recent months, with allegations of a toxic environment on the set coming to the forefront.
However, it seems that the issues on the set have been happening for much longer than first thought.
Buzzfeed News reported on Tuesday that the show was investigated over a gender discrimination complaint in 2018.
This comes two years before three top producers on the daytime talker were officially fired after being accused of sexual misconduct and harassment.
The outlet reports that the complaint included claims of sexist remarks made by top producers on the WarnerMedia series.
It was filed with an unnamed industry union in 2018, and one current and former employee broke the news to Buzzfeed news.
Additionally, Warner Bros. confirmed the complaint was filed, but maintained that an outside investigator found "no merit to the claims of discrimination."
The employees who were part...
However, it seems that the issues on the set have been happening for much longer than first thought.
Buzzfeed News reported on Tuesday that the show was investigated over a gender discrimination complaint in 2018.
This comes two years before three top producers on the daytime talker were officially fired after being accused of sexual misconduct and harassment.
The outlet reports that the complaint included claims of sexist remarks made by top producers on the WarnerMedia series.
It was filed with an unnamed industry union in 2018, and one current and former employee broke the news to Buzzfeed news.
Additionally, Warner Bros. confirmed the complaint was filed, but maintained that an outside investigator found "no merit to the claims of discrimination."
The employees who were part...
- 8/26/2020
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
The Ellen DeGeneres show is attempting to boost morale on the set of the daytime talker.
Variety is reporting that there will be some big changes for staff following weeks of allegations about a toxic culture plaguing the series.
Staffers will now receive five paid days off to use at their discretion, as well as birthdays off, and even paid time for doctors appointments and family matters that may arise.
Senior producers Mary Connelly and Andy Lassner delivered the news to employees Monday in a virtual event that also included DeGeneres.
The host opened up about the allegations swirling about the series, some of which happened "on her watch," a source explained to Variety.
According to DeGeneres, she only heard about the issues on the set in a story published by Variety, and explained that it left her "heartbroken."
The show recently parted ways with top producers Ed Glavin, Jonathan Norman,...
Variety is reporting that there will be some big changes for staff following weeks of allegations about a toxic culture plaguing the series.
Staffers will now receive five paid days off to use at their discretion, as well as birthdays off, and even paid time for doctors appointments and family matters that may arise.
Senior producers Mary Connelly and Andy Lassner delivered the news to employees Monday in a virtual event that also included DeGeneres.
The host opened up about the allegations swirling about the series, some of which happened "on her watch," a source explained to Variety.
According to DeGeneres, she only heard about the issues on the set in a story published by Variety, and explained that it left her "heartbroken."
The show recently parted ways with top producers Ed Glavin, Jonathan Norman,...
- 8/20/2020
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
“The Ellen DeGeneres Show” has implemented several new perks for its weary staff, including increased paid time off and a liberal medical leave policy, following a dramatic address from the daytime host on Monday.
Staffers will receive five paid days off to use at their discretion, birthdays off, and paid time for doctors appointments and family matters, one source familiar with the series told Variety. The news was delivered by “Ellen” senior producers Mary Connelly and Andy Lassner at a Monday virtual town hall, which saw a teary DeGeneres apologize to employees for months of damaging reports and accused on-set toxicity that occurred “on her watch,” another insider familiar with her remarks said.
A WarnerMedia spokesperson declined to comment on the matter.
In addition to firing a trio of top producers — Ed Glavin, Jonathan Norman and Kevin Leman — who were accused of sexual misconduct in a July report from BuzzFeed,...
Staffers will receive five paid days off to use at their discretion, birthdays off, and paid time for doctors appointments and family matters, one source familiar with the series told Variety. The news was delivered by “Ellen” senior producers Mary Connelly and Andy Lassner at a Monday virtual town hall, which saw a teary DeGeneres apologize to employees for months of damaging reports and accused on-set toxicity that occurred “on her watch,” another insider familiar with her remarks said.
A WarnerMedia spokesperson declined to comment on the matter.
In addition to firing a trio of top producers — Ed Glavin, Jonathan Norman and Kevin Leman — who were accused of sexual misconduct in a July report from BuzzFeed,...
- 8/20/2020
- by Matt Donnelly
- Variety Film + TV
As the investigation into reports of bad behavior on set of The Ellen Show continues, three top producers have been fired. Executive producers Ed Glavin and Kevin Leman and co-executive producer Jonathan Norman have all left the show. The investigation into the studio, led by Warner Bros., was prompted by reports of troubles on set […]
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- 8/19/2020
- by Caroline Bryceland
- Uinterview
The Ellen DeGeneres Show has officially cut ties with three senior members of its production staff. A spokesperson for Warner Bros. told E! News that executive producers Ed Glavin, Kevin Leman and co-executive producer Jonathan Norman "parted ways" with the syndicated talk show. Their exit comes amid allegations of a "toxic work environment" at the daytime series. E! News has also confirmed that Ellen DeGeneres' beloved show DJ, Stephen "tWitch" Boss, has been promoted to co-executive producer. DeGeneres reportedly broke the news during a video conference call with her team on Monday, Aug. 17, an anonymous employee who was in the meeting told Buzzfeed...
- 8/18/2020
- E! Online
With the backlash towards the Ellen DeGeneres Show continuing, changes are being made behind-the-scenes to put the show in the right direction.
Variety is reporting that three of the award-winning day time talker's top names have been fired.
Ed Glavin and Kevin Leman, who serve as EPs, as well as co-executive producer Jonathan Norman have been let go from the series effective immediately.
Mary Connelly, Andy Lassner, and Derek Westervelt will continue with their EP roles as the show gears up for a return to production.
DeGeneres reportedly broke the news of the firings to her staff earlier today, with a source saying it "broke her heart" to read all of the complaints about working on the show.
The news comes under a month after reports started to emerge that the show fostered a toxic work environment in which workers were scared to go about their jobs.
Variety and BuzzFeed...
Variety is reporting that three of the award-winning day time talker's top names have been fired.
Ed Glavin and Kevin Leman, who serve as EPs, as well as co-executive producer Jonathan Norman have been let go from the series effective immediately.
Mary Connelly, Andy Lassner, and Derek Westervelt will continue with their EP roles as the show gears up for a return to production.
DeGeneres reportedly broke the news of the firings to her staff earlier today, with a source saying it "broke her heart" to read all of the complaints about working on the show.
The news comes under a month after reports started to emerge that the show fostered a toxic work environment in which workers were scared to go about their jobs.
Variety and BuzzFeed...
- 8/18/2020
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
The Ellen DeGeneres Show is attempting a behind-the-scenes course correction.
Three of the daytime talk show’s senior producers — executive producers Ed Glavin and Kevin Leman, as well as co-executive producer Jonathan Norman — have been fired, our sister publication Variety reports. Meanwhile, Mary Connelly, Andy Lassner and Derek Westervelt will continue to executive-produce. Ellen DeGeneres reportedly shared this news with her staff on Monday, adding that it “broke her heart” to read all of the complaints from former employees.
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Three of the daytime talk show’s senior producers — executive producers Ed Glavin and Kevin Leman, as well as co-executive producer Jonathan Norman — have been fired, our sister publication Variety reports. Meanwhile, Mary Connelly, Andy Lassner and Derek Westervelt will continue to executive-produce. Ellen DeGeneres reportedly shared this news with her staff on Monday, adding that it “broke her heart” to read all of the complaints from former employees.
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- 8/18/2020
- by Andy Swift
- TVLine.com
Ellen DeGeneres’ resident DJ Stephen “tWitch” Boss has been named a co-executive producer at the daytime talk show, two individuals familiar with the decision told Variety.
The news was announced during a highly emotional address from DeGeneres to her “Ellen Show” staff on Monday, where she confronted months of reports of a toxic work environment and racism.
The host expressed a desire to “come back strong” in the forthcoming 18th season of her syndicated franchise, a Warner Bros. TV institution, with a renewed commitment to diversity. DeGeneres said Boss had already been helpful in that measure. The promotion will give the emcee more influence in both programming and the working culture, one insider added.
Less than a week ago, Boss told UsWeekly that “obviously there’s some things to address, but from my standpoint and from countless others, there’s been love. I’ll just leave it at that until...
The news was announced during a highly emotional address from DeGeneres to her “Ellen Show” staff on Monday, where she confronted months of reports of a toxic work environment and racism.
The host expressed a desire to “come back strong” in the forthcoming 18th season of her syndicated franchise, a Warner Bros. TV institution, with a renewed commitment to diversity. DeGeneres said Boss had already been helpful in that measure. The promotion will give the emcee more influence in both programming and the working culture, one insider added.
Less than a week ago, Boss told UsWeekly that “obviously there’s some things to address, but from my standpoint and from countless others, there’s been love. I’ll just leave it at that until...
- 8/17/2020
- by Matt Donnelly
- Variety Film + TV
Amidst an investigation into several accusations of workplace and sexual misconduct, “Ellen DeGeneres Show” has removed three of its top producers: Ed Glavin, Kevin Leman and Jonathan Norman.
A spokesperson for Warner Bros. confirmed the departures to TheWrap.
The decision comes a little more than two weeks after the trio was accused of misconduct by former employees in a story published by BuzzFeed News in July. In the article, multiple individuals who previously worked on Ellen DeGeneres’ daytime talk show — who asked to remain anonymous for fear of retribution — detailed incidents of harassment and sexual misconduct they say they experienced with head writer and executive producer Kevin Leman, executive producer Ed Glavin, and co-executive producer Jonathan Norman.
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Norman and Leman both denied the accusations, with Leman calling BuzzFeed’s article “malicious and misleading.
A spokesperson for Warner Bros. confirmed the departures to TheWrap.
The decision comes a little more than two weeks after the trio was accused of misconduct by former employees in a story published by BuzzFeed News in July. In the article, multiple individuals who previously worked on Ellen DeGeneres’ daytime talk show — who asked to remain anonymous for fear of retribution — detailed incidents of harassment and sexual misconduct they say they experienced with head writer and executive producer Kevin Leman, executive producer Ed Glavin, and co-executive producer Jonathan Norman.
Also Read: Former 'Ellen' Producer Says Host Was Aware of Abuses Amid 'Culture of Fear'
Norman and Leman both denied the accusations, with Leman calling BuzzFeed’s article “malicious and misleading.
- 8/17/2020
- by Tim Baysinger
- The Wrap
Updated: The Ellen DeGeneres Show is shaking up its top producing ranks following allegations of toxic workplace environment, which triggered an investigation by WarnerMedia.
Gone are Ellen executive producers Ed Glavin and Kevin Leman as well as co-executive producer Jonathan Norman, Deadline has confirmed. Additionally the show’s house DJ, Stephen “tWitch” Boss, has been named co-executive producer, I have leaned.
The exits and Boss’ promotions were revealed during a virtual staff meeting today.
I hear DeGeneres led the meeting and opened it with the staffing announcements. She was emotional but emphatic about creating a culture where people feel good, noting that employees need to feel happy in order to make a show that makes people happy, sources tell Deadline,.
I also hear DeGeneres vowed to interact more with her staffers, revealing that she was shocked to find out that people on the show had been told to avoid eye contact with her.
Gone are Ellen executive producers Ed Glavin and Kevin Leman as well as co-executive producer Jonathan Norman, Deadline has confirmed. Additionally the show’s house DJ, Stephen “tWitch” Boss, has been named co-executive producer, I have leaned.
The exits and Boss’ promotions were revealed during a virtual staff meeting today.
I hear DeGeneres led the meeting and opened it with the staffing announcements. She was emotional but emphatic about creating a culture where people feel good, noting that employees need to feel happy in order to make a show that makes people happy, sources tell Deadline,.
I also hear DeGeneres vowed to interact more with her staffers, revealing that she was shocked to find out that people on the show had been told to avoid eye contact with her.
- 8/17/2020
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
“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.
Three senior producers — executive producers Ed Glavin and Kevin Leman, and co-executive producer Jonathan Norman — have been ousted from the Warner Bros.-distributed syndicated strip following damning allegations raised in recent reports by Buzzfeed and Variety. “Ellen” veterans Mary Connelly, Andy Lassner and Derek Westervelt will remain at the show as executive producers alongside host DeGeneres. Connelly, Lassner and Westervelt have been with the show since its inception in 2003.
A Warner Bros. spokeswoman confirmed that Glavin, Leman and Norman have “parted ways” with the show.
The news was delivered to “Ellen” staffers Monday afternoon during a staff meeting in which DeGeneres spoke via a videoconference call. DeGeneres was emotional to the point of tears, and apologetic as she addressed more than 200 staffers.
Three senior producers — executive producers Ed Glavin and Kevin Leman, and co-executive producer Jonathan Norman — have been ousted from the Warner Bros.-distributed syndicated strip following damning allegations raised in recent reports by Buzzfeed and Variety. “Ellen” veterans Mary Connelly, Andy Lassner and Derek Westervelt will remain at the show as executive producers alongside host DeGeneres. Connelly, Lassner and Westervelt have been with the show since its inception in 2003.
A Warner Bros. spokeswoman confirmed that Glavin, Leman and Norman have “parted ways” with the show.
The news was delivered to “Ellen” staffers Monday afternoon during a staff meeting in which DeGeneres spoke via a videoconference call. DeGeneres was emotional to the point of tears, and apologetic as she addressed more than 200 staffers.
- 8/17/2020
- by Cynthia Littleton and Matt Donnelly
- Variety Film + TV
Ed Glavin, Kevin Leman and Jonathan Norman have parted ways with The Ellen DeGeneres Show as WarnerMedia continues to investigate the daytime show following reports of a toxic workplace, a spokesperson for WarnerMedia confirmed.
Top executive producers Mary Connelly and Andy Lassner will remain at the talk show despite claims leveled in BuzzFeed News stories of “day-to-day toxicity” fostered by supervisors. WarnerMedia’s investigation of the show, which is nearing its end, has not yet found that the set had a racist work culture, though some staffers did share some experiences of racial insensitivity during the probe. Along with the executive departures,...
Top executive producers Mary Connelly and Andy Lassner will remain at the talk show despite claims leveled in BuzzFeed News stories of “day-to-day toxicity” fostered by supervisors. WarnerMedia’s investigation of the show, which is nearing its end, has not yet found that the set had a racist work culture, though some staffers did share some experiences of racial insensitivity during the probe. Along with the executive departures,...
- 8/17/2020
- The Hollywood Reporter - Film + TV
Ed Glavin, Kevin Leman and Jonathan Norman have parted ways with The Ellen DeGeneres Show as WarnerMedia continues to investigate the daytime show following reports of a toxic workplace, a spokesperson for WarnerMedia confirmed.
Top executive producers Mary Connelly and Andy Lassner will remain at the talk show despite claims leveled in BuzzFeed News stories of “day-to-day toxicity” fostered by supervisors. WarnerMedia’s investigation of the show, which is nearing its end, has not yet found that the set had a racist work culture, though some staffers did share some experiences of racial insensitivity during the probe. Along with the executive departures,...
Top executive producers Mary Connelly and Andy Lassner will remain at the talk show despite claims leveled in BuzzFeed News stories of “day-to-day toxicity” fostered by supervisors. WarnerMedia’s investigation of the show, which is nearing its end, has not yet found that the set had a racist work culture, though some staffers did share some experiences of racial insensitivity during the probe. Along with the executive departures,...
- 8/17/2020
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The Young and the Restless tallied 23 nominations as honors were announced this morning for the 40th annual Daytime Emmy Awards. Restless’ impressive take helped CBS lead all networks with 50 overall nominations. PBS and ABC followed, with 44 and 38 nods, respectively.
General Hospital, which earned 19 nominations, joined Restless in the race for Outstanding Drama Series, and Sesame Street received 17 nods, including three for Kevin Clash, the voice of Elmo who faces allegations of sexual misconduct.
Good Morning America and Today will bring their ratings rivalry to the Emmys, where they’ll be joined by CBS Sunday Morning in the Outstanding Morning Program category.
General Hospital, which earned 19 nominations, joined Restless in the race for Outstanding Drama Series, and Sesame Street received 17 nods, including three for Kevin Clash, the voice of Elmo who faces allegations of sexual misconduct.
Good Morning America and Today will bring their ratings rivalry to the Emmys, where they’ll be joined by CBS Sunday Morning in the Outstanding Morning Program category.
- 5/1/2013
- by Jeff Labrecque
- EW - Inside TV
Last night the Producers Guild of America (PGA) gave out awards for achievement in films and television released in 2011. The big winner was The Artist, which took home the Darryl F. Zanuck Award for Outstanding Producer of Theatrical Motion Pictures. As the winner of this award takes the Best Picture Oscar three times out of four, any betting on the top Oscar honor is pretty much over at this point. Read on for the full list of winners. The PGA website provides the list. In each case I've left the full slate of nominees, and winners are bolded. I'm happy to see the excellent A Tribe Calle Quest doc, Beats, Rhymes and Life, picking up the award for best documentary. The Darryl F. Zanuck Award for Outstanding Producer of Theatrical Motion Pictures: The Artist Producer: Thomas Langmann Bridesmaids Producers: Judd Apatow, Barry Mendel, Clayton Townsend The Descendants Producers: Jim Burke,...
- 1/22/2012
- by Russ Fischer
- Slash Film
By Sean O’Connell
hollywoodnews.com: It’s beginning to look a bit like a landslide. The Producers Guild of America is the latest group to reward Michel Hazanavicius’ “The Artist” with its year-end Best Picture honors, paving the way for what could be Oscar domination next month.
The black-and-white and predominantly silent film has been picking up top prizes throughout the season, winning Best Picture awards at the Critics’ Choice Movie Awards and the Golden Globes. On accepting the PGA distinction, producer Thomas Langmann said that when they “dreamed of making ‘The Artist,’ we knew we were dreaming of writing a love letter to American cinema.”
Oscar nominations arrive on Tuesday morning, and “The Artist” is expected to lead all films with the most nominations. It’s best to caution against landslide victories in what amounts to “the primaries.” Last year, David Fincher’s “The Social Network” did very...
hollywoodnews.com: It’s beginning to look a bit like a landslide. The Producers Guild of America is the latest group to reward Michel Hazanavicius’ “The Artist” with its year-end Best Picture honors, paving the way for what could be Oscar domination next month.
The black-and-white and predominantly silent film has been picking up top prizes throughout the season, winning Best Picture awards at the Critics’ Choice Movie Awards and the Golden Globes. On accepting the PGA distinction, producer Thomas Langmann said that when they “dreamed of making ‘The Artist,’ we knew we were dreaming of writing a love letter to American cinema.”
Oscar nominations arrive on Tuesday morning, and “The Artist” is expected to lead all films with the most nominations. It’s best to caution against landslide victories in what amounts to “the primaries.” Last year, David Fincher’s “The Social Network” did very...
- 1/22/2012
- by Sean O'Connell
- Hollywoodnews.com
John Goodman, The Artist Motion Pictures Darryl F. Zanuck Award in Theatrical Motion Pictures * The Artist Producer: Thomas Langmann Bridesmaids Producers: Judd Apatow, Barry Mendel, Clayton Townsend The Descendants Producers: Jim Burke, Alexander Payne, Jim Taylor The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo Producers: Ceán Chaffin, Scott Rudin The Help Producers: Michael Barnathan, Chris Columbus, Brunson Green Hugo Producers: Graham King, Martin Scorsese The Ides Of March Producers: George Clooney, Grant Heslov, Brian Oliver Midnight In Paris Producers: Letty Aronson, Stephen Tenenbaum Moneyball Producers: Michael De Luca, Rachael Horovitz, Brad Pitt War Horse Producers: Kathleen Kennedy, Steven Spielberg Animated Theatrical Motion Pictures * The Adventures Of Tintin Producers: Peter Jackson, Kathleen Kennedy, Steven Spielberg Cars 2 Producer: Denise Ream Kung Fu Panda 2 Producer: Melissa Cobb Puss In Boots Producers: Joe M. Aguilar, Latifa Ouaou Rango Producers: John B. Carls, Gore Verbinski Documentary Theatrical Motion Pictures * Beats, Rhymes & Life: The Travels...
- 1/22/2012
- by Steve Montgomery
- Alt Film Guide
The Producers Guild of America has announced the nominees for their 2012 film and TV awards.
The Producers Guild Awards (PGA) nominees include the obvious choices such as The Artist, The Descendants, and Hugo, but also some films that have not often been mentioned in the build-up to the Oscars, including Moneyball, The Help, The Ides of March. Among the TV nominees, as well, are 30 Rock, Modern Family, Game of Thrones, and Mad Men.
The PGA has also chosen ten nominees this year for Best picture, but the Oscars will choose between five and ten. Here are the nominees:
The theatrical motion picture nominees are:
Darryl F. Zanuck Producer of the Year Award in Theatrical Motion Pictures:
The Artist
Producer: Thomas Langmann
Bridesmaids
Producers: Judd Apatow, Barry Mendel, Clayton Townsend
The Descendants
Producers: Jim Burke, Alexander Payne, Jim Taylor
The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo
Producers: Ceán Chaffin, Scott Rudin
The Help
Producers: Michael Barnathan,...
The Producers Guild Awards (PGA) nominees include the obvious choices such as The Artist, The Descendants, and Hugo, but also some films that have not often been mentioned in the build-up to the Oscars, including Moneyball, The Help, The Ides of March. Among the TV nominees, as well, are 30 Rock, Modern Family, Game of Thrones, and Mad Men.
The PGA has also chosen ten nominees this year for Best picture, but the Oscars will choose between five and ten. Here are the nominees:
The theatrical motion picture nominees are:
Darryl F. Zanuck Producer of the Year Award in Theatrical Motion Pictures:
The Artist
Producer: Thomas Langmann
Bridesmaids
Producers: Judd Apatow, Barry Mendel, Clayton Townsend
The Descendants
Producers: Jim Burke, Alexander Payne, Jim Taylor
The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo
Producers: Ceán Chaffin, Scott Rudin
The Help
Producers: Michael Barnathan,...
- 1/4/2012
- by Charlie Derry
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
The Producers Guild of America has announced their nominations for the PGA Awards and it's hard not to agree with every movie on the list. All of the ones I've seen are great films, and the ones I haven't seen I've heard are amazing. The only two on the list I haven't watched are The Artist and The Descendants, both of which I'm looking forward to seeing. I'd love Hugo or War Horse to take home the top prize though. Those were my two favorite movies of 2011. The winners will be announced on January 21st, 2012; check out the full press released with the list of nominations below and tell us what you think! What would you like to see win?
Here's the Press Release:
Los Angeles, CA (January 3, 2012) – The Producers Guild of America (PGA) announced today the motion picture and long-form television nominations for the 23rd Annual Producers Guild Awards.
Here's the Press Release:
Los Angeles, CA (January 3, 2012) – The Producers Guild of America (PGA) announced today the motion picture and long-form television nominations for the 23rd Annual Producers Guild Awards.
- 1/3/2012
- by Venkman
- GeekTyrant
Universal Pictures Kristen Wiig in “Bridesmaids”
The movies “Bridesmaids,” “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo” and “Midnight in Paris” were among the nominees announced today for the 2012 Producers Guild Awards.
The awards, which go to TV and film producers, often help forecast the Oscar nominees and winners.
The fact that “Bridesmaids” made the list is an indication that the light comedy may be in the running for some major nominations when the Oscars roll around. A number of expected movies,...
The movies “Bridesmaids,” “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo” and “Midnight in Paris” were among the nominees announced today for the 2012 Producers Guild Awards.
The awards, which go to TV and film producers, often help forecast the Oscar nominees and winners.
The fact that “Bridesmaids” made the list is an indication that the light comedy may be in the running for some major nominations when the Oscars roll around. A number of expected movies,...
- 1/3/2012
- by WSJ Staff
- Speakeasy/Wall Street Journal
We really can’t say that 2011 is behind us until award season is finished, and as we get closer to the coveted Academy Awards in February, various other guilds and organizations are recognizing the best that 2011 had to offer. Today the Producers Guild of America announced their nominees for Best Picture. The PGA is generally a good indicator as to which movies will be nominated for best Picture when the Oscars roll around.
There are some pretty safe picks. Movies like War Horse, The Artist, The Descendants, and Hugo all made the list, but its Bridesmaids that came completely out of no where.
Below is the full press release of those that are nominated. This includes animated films and television shows. As you can see there are a lot of movies you expect to see on this list with a few surprises on it as well.
Los Angeles, CA (January...
There are some pretty safe picks. Movies like War Horse, The Artist, The Descendants, and Hugo all made the list, but its Bridesmaids that came completely out of no where.
Below is the full press release of those that are nominated. This includes animated films and television shows. As you can see there are a lot of movies you expect to see on this list with a few surprises on it as well.
Los Angeles, CA (January...
- 1/3/2012
- by Mike Lee
- FusedFilm
George Clooney, The Ides of March Terrence Malick/The Tree Of Life, Nicolas Winding Refn's Drive, Clint Eastwood/J. Edgar Bypassed: PGA Award Nominations Motion Pictures Darryl F. Zanuck Award in Theatrical Motion Pictures The Artist Producer: Thomas Langmann Bridesmaids Producers: Judd Apatow, Barry Mendel, Clayton Townsend The Descendants Producers: Jim Burke, Alexander Payne, Jim Taylor The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo Producers: Ceán Chaffin, Scott Rudin The Help Producers: Michael Barnathan, Chris Columbus, Brunson Green Hugo Producers: Graham King, Martin Scorsese The Ides Of March Producers: George Clooney, Grant Heslov, Brian Oliver Midnight In Paris Producers: Letty Aronson, Stephen Tenenbaum Moneyball Producers: Michael De Luca, Rachael Horovitz, Brad Pitt War Horse Producers: Kathleen Kennedy, Steven Spielberg Animated Theatrical Motion Pictures The Adventures Of Tintin Producers: Peter Jackson, Kathleen Kennedy, Steven Spielberg Cars 2 Producer: Denise Ream Kung Fu Panda 2 Producer: Melissa Cobb Puss In Boots Producers: Joe M. Aguilar,...
- 1/3/2012
- by Anna Robinson
- Alt Film Guide
Here's your best indicator yet as to what the crop of nominations for the Best Picture Oscar is likely to be. The Producers Guild of America (PGA) has announced its nominations for 2011 awards, which will be doled out on January 21. The ten films nominated for the PGA's top honor include expected pictures such as The Artist, The Descendants and War Horse. There are no real surprises, but the growing Oscar chances for The Help won't be hurt by getting a PGA nomination (would be slightly wild to see Chris Columbus, a producer on The Help, with an Oscar), and Woody Allen's Midnight in Paris makes an appearance on the list, too. There are a couple surprises, though, in the form of Bridesmaids and The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo -- the Judd Apatow and Scott Rudin effects in full force there. With 5-10 Best Picture nominations possible for this year's Oscars,...
- 1/3/2012
- by Russ Fischer
- Slash Film
HollywoodNews.com: The Producers Guild of America (PGA) announced today the motion picture and long-form television nominations for the 23rd Annual Producers Guild Awards. The categories include: The Darryl F. Zanuck Producer of the Year Award in Theatrical Motion Pictures; The Producers Guild of America Producer of the Year Award in Animated Theatrical Motion Pictures; and The David L. Wolper Producer of the Year Award in Long-Form Television. The documentary film category and other television category nominations were already announced by the Guild in December 2011.
All 2012 Producers Guild Award winners will be announced on January 21, 2012 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel. This year, the Producers Guild will also award special honors to Leslie Moonves (Milestone Award), Steven Spielberg (David O. Selznick Achievement Award in Theatrical Motion Pictures), Don Mischer (Norman Lear Achievement Award in Television), Stan Lee (Vanguard Award), and In The Land Of Blood And Honey (The Stanley Kramer Award...
All 2012 Producers Guild Award winners will be announced on January 21, 2012 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel. This year, the Producers Guild will also award special honors to Leslie Moonves (Milestone Award), Steven Spielberg (David O. Selznick Achievement Award in Theatrical Motion Pictures), Don Mischer (Norman Lear Achievement Award in Television), Stan Lee (Vanguard Award), and In The Land Of Blood And Honey (The Stanley Kramer Award...
- 1/3/2012
- by Josh Abraham
- Hollywoodnews.com
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