Ellen DeGeneres ‘Not Nice to Me for Most of My Career’
Margaret Cho recently opened up about her interactions with Ellen DeGeneres, shedding light on a less-than-friendly side of the fellow comedian and talk show host. Cho described DeGeneres as being “really weird” and “not nice” towards her throughout their careers, despite knowing each other since their early days in the stand-up comedy scene in the ’80s.
During an interview on “The Kelly Mantle Show,” Cho expressed her opinion that the public perception of DeGeneres aligns with her personal experiences. DeGeneres faced a backlash in 2020 due to toxic workplace allegations surrounding “The Ellen Show,” which ultimately led to the show’s cancellation in 2022 and DeGeneres’ retirement.
Cho recounted instances where DeGeneres exhibited less-than-warm behavior towards her, even though they had a history that dated back to their early days in comedy clubs. She mentioned feeling slighted by DeGeneres’ demeanor towards her on her talk show in the 2000s, as if they were mere acquaintances despite their long-standing connection.
Furthermore, Cho shared a particular incident involving a David Bowie appearance on “The Ellen Show,” where she felt personally offended when DeGeneres edited out a segment featuring her unique outfit that Bowie had praised. Cho expressed her disappointment and hinted at taking the omission personally, even though she acknowledged that it might have been due to time constraints.
Despite Cho’s candid revelations, a representative for DeGeneres did not offer a response to these claims at the time. The tension between the two comedians seems to have simmered beneath the surface for years, culminating in Cho’s decision to speak out about her experiences with DeGeneres.
To delve deeper into Cho’s thoughts on her interactions with DeGeneres, you can watch her full conversation on “The Kelly Mantle Show” below. The interview provides insight into the complexities of their relationship and sheds light on the dynamics between two prominent figures in the entertainment industry.
