Comedy icon Ellen DeGeneres makes a celebrated return to her stand-up comedy beginnings.
Years after concluding her successful daytime talk show, Ellen is re-engaging with live audiences in the stand-up scene.
In Los Angeles, the comedic powerhouse drew a full house at the Largo at the Coronet Theater on Wednesday evening (April 24), commencing the first of seven shows planned at the establishment over a span of six weeks.
In this appearance, Ellen tackled the topic of her “cancellation” and the circumstances surrounding her departure from television.
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“At the peak of my career, I would say I never cared what others thought of me,” Ellen divulged (as per Rolling Stone). “However, time has shown me that worrying about public perception is futile… My hope tonight is that you’re all enjoying yourselves, although I’m aware some might be thinking, ‘We’ll see how this pans out.’”
She jestingly remarked to her audience, “Something you may not know about me… I’ve been booted from showbiz. It turns out, not everyone in the industry is pleasant.”
Ellen then reflected on the irony of her reputation, saying, “They said the ‘be kind’ lady was actually not kind. I was caricatured into this superficial persona who simply gave away gifts and danced up steps. Seriously, have you ever tried dancing up steps? Would a truly mean person do that? Maybe if I’d ended my show with a ‘go f–k yourselves,’ people would have thought better of me.”
To see Ellen‘s upcoming stand-up tour schedules, visit her official website.
FAQ
- How can I find Ellen DeGeneres’ stand-up tour dates and locations?
Ellen’s tour schedule is available on her official website, which can be accessed here.
- What did Ellen DeGeneres say about her experience being ‘canceled’?
Ellen talked about how she felt when she was labeled as not kind despite her “be kind” persona on television. She also humorously suggested that her image was one-dimensional and joked about how dancing up steps should not be a trait of a mean person.
- Why is Ellen DeGeneres doing a stand-up tour?
After ending her daytime talk show, Ellen is returning to stand-up comedy, which is where she began her career in entertainment.
Conclusion
Ellen DeGeneres’ return to stand-up comedy marks a new chapter for the veteran entertainer. Addressing the end of her daytime show and the controversy that surrounded it with humor and poise, Ellen proves that she still has the charisma and connection with audiences that made her a household name. Her candid reflections on the notions of popularity and kindness in the industry offer a glimpse into the personal side of public perception, as she embarks on her multi-week residency at Largo at the Coronet Theater. Ellen’s fans and newcomers alike can keep up with her journey and find out more about her performances through her website.