Ellen DeGeneres announces retirement from television

Beyond her immense success on American television, Ellen DeGeneres has decided to step away from her career in show business. After more than 40 years, she announced her retirement during a press conference.

The surprising decision was revealed in Santa Clara, California, where DeGeneres was addressing questions from both journalists and fans. In response to a fan’s inquiry about her return after her tour for ‘Ellen’s Last Stand…Up’, she made a definitive statement.

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Declaring, “No. This is the last time you’ll see me. After my Netflix special, I don’t want any more,” DeGeneres provided little elaboration on the matter. Despite pleas from her fans to stay, she reiterated, “I’m leaving, goodbye,” signaling the end of an era.

While DeGeneres has had numerous successes and accolades throughout her career, her reputation came into question following allegations of fostering a toxic work environment. Accusations of bullying and fear among the staff of ‘The Ellen DeGeneres Show‘ arose in 2020, leading to a decline in viewership and ultimately resulting in the show’s cancellation.