DEVELOPING: Megyn Kelly has launched a fierce on-air attack against Ellen DeGeneres, making shocking allegations about the former talk show host’s behind-the-scenes behavior. Speaking on The Megyn Kelly Show, she slammed DeGeneres for her recent anti-ICE video, while revealing new claims of workplace bullying during her time on The Ellen DeGeneres Show.
Kelly’s scathing remarks come just hours after DeGeneres posted a video expressing solidarity with protesters in Minneapolis following the death of Renee Good, a 37-year-old woman who was fatally shot during a demonstration against ICE on January 7. In her monologue, Kelly accused DeGeneres of hypocrisy, asserting that the same toxic behavior that allegedly plagued her show now shapes her political views.
“Ellen DeGeneres felt the need to weigh in,” Kelly stated, mockingly questioning DeGeneres’ relevance after moving to the UK. “What would Ellen think of all this?” she asked, before pivoting to her allegations about DeGeneres’ conduct on set.
Kelly claimed that producers were reportedly forbidden from making eye contact with DeGeneres in hallways, a rule she described as emblematic of a toxic workplace culture. “It’s no surprise that Ellen is totally fine with what these so-called protesters are doing in the streets of Minneapolis,” Kelly continued, linking DeGeneres’ past behavior to her current political stance.
“She was a bully,” Kelly asserted, referencing the downfall of DeGeneres’ daytime show, which ended amid allegations of a toxic environment.
DeGeneres’ video, filmed from her lavish UK residence, criticized ICE and expressed sorrow over the unrest in Minneapolis. “I am so sorry for what is happening in Minneapolis,” DeGeneres said, acknowledging the hurt experienced by protesters. “My thoughts and my prayers are going out to everyone.”
The controversy surrounding DeGeneres intensified after the fatal shooting of Good, who was killed during a protest against federal immigration enforcement. Kelly’s comments have ignited debate on social media, prompting many to weigh in on the allegations and DeGeneres’ political activism.
Earlier today, DeGeneres had honored Good online, expressing her sorrow and anger. Kelly, however, dismissed the sentiment as insincere, suggesting DeGeneres is out of touch with the issues at hand.
The tension is palpable as Kelly challenges DeGeneres’ credibility, stating, “When she says she’s sorry for any protesters getting hurt, she is of course talking about Renee Good.” Kelly further criticized DeGeneres, labeling her perspective as “willful ignorance.”
As this story continues to unfold, the implications of Kelly’s accusations against DeGeneres may further fuel discussions around workplace culture in the entertainment industry and the responsibility of public figures in political discourse.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops.
