Ellen DeGeneres is prepared to step away from her career, but this time, she's deciding when and how it happens.

Ellen Degeneres' Last Stand-Up Comedy Tour

The 66-year-old host has now revealed her last stand-up comedy tour, slated for this summer, after taking a break from the public eye following the conclusion of her renowned talk show in May 2022. 

DeGeneres plans to discuss topics such as her notable friends, her life with her wife, Portia de Rossi, and her experiences hosting her beloved talk show for 19 seasons and address the rumors and controversies surrounding her, including the allegations of a toxic workplace environment that emerged in 2020.

According to the insider, DeGeneres is prepared to entertain audiences with laughter during her final stand-up comedy tour and candidly address the events that prompted her to retreat from the public eye.

The 'Kind Girl' Wasn't Kind Scandal

Over the past four years, since current and former staffers spoke out about alleged mistreatment by the television host during their tenure on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, the source emphasized that the A-list comedian has done a lot of self-reflection. The source concluded that Ellen DeGeneres, also scheduled for a comedy special broadcast on Netflix later this year, feels revitalized and creatively fulfilled. DeGeneres recently returned to the stage at the Largo in Los Angeles on Wednesday, April 24th, and sources claim that she aims to make a memorable exit with her upcoming tour.

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Ellen DeGeneres' Reflection

During the event, Ellen DeGeneres, renowned for voicing Dory in Finding Dory, playfully acknowledged the conclusion of her talk show, joking about being kicked out of show business for being mean. She reflected on feeling like the most hated person in America and voiced discontent with how her talk show, which had spanned almost 20 years, ended. DeGeneres said she avoided the news during this time and expressed regret over the media portrayal of her as contradictory to her "be kind to one another" mantra.

The ousted host reflected on her experience, acknowledging that in show business, there's no room for mean people. She described herself as becoming a one-dimensional character known for giving things away and dancing up steps. Ellen also admitted to her shortcomings as a boss, stating she did not know how to manage effectively and jokingly mentioned attending Charlie's Chuckle Hutt instead of business school.

While Ellen DeGeneres can now joke about the situation, she acknowledged that it was not always easy. She explained that her show's disappointing conclusion was devastating, and it took her a long time to regain her desire to pursue new endeavors.

An insider disclosed that one positive aspect of Ellen's return to stand-up is that it provides an outlet for some of her anger about how things ended. They added that Ellen's return to stand-up allows her to leverage her strengths, as she remains a compelling live performer who can captivate audiences with her distinct energy.

Ellen is not portraying herself as a happy warrior. Instead, she's openly expressing her frustration and being candid about the challenges she faced during the peak of her scandal. This honesty makes her more relatable and sympathetic, as it reveals both her vulnerable and angry side.

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