‘She Was Laughing At Me’: Former Bachelorette Said Ellen DeGeneres Made Her Feel ‘Stupid’ When She Appeared On The Talk Show

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As someone who has spent countless hours watching talk shows and analyzing the dynamics between hosts and guests, I can’t help but feel a tinge of nostalgia for the days when Ellen DeGeneres ruled the airwaves with her infectious laughter and heartfelt conversations. However, recent revelations from former guests like Ali Fedotowsky-Manno have left me questioning whether those good old days were as cheerful as they seemed.

It’s easy to brush off claims of discomfort or unease as mere misunderstandings or isolated incidents. But when the same sentiments are echoed by other celebrities like Lea Thompson, Mariah Carey, and Charlie Puth, it becomes harder to dismiss these allegations as mere coincidence. It’s a bit like hearing that your favorite restaurant serves great food, until several friends start complaining about the service or the quality of the dishes.

That being said, it’s important to remember that television is a demanding industry, and even the most beloved personalities can struggle to maintain their charm day after day. Ellen DeGeneres has undeniably had an incredible impact on popular culture, but if her behavior towards certain guests was based on exhaustion or boredom, as Ali suggests, it’s a reminder that even our idols are human.

To lighten the mood, let me share a little joke: Why don’t they play cards on Ellen DeGeneres’ show? Because she always has the ace up her sleeve… and sometimes in her guests’ faces!

The popular television program known as “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” spanned across nineteen seasons, featuring comedian Ellen DeGeneres hosting various celebrities for conversations, performances, and games intended to bring joy to viewers. However, since the final episodes aired two years ago, some former guests have shared candid insights into their television experiences. For instance, Ali Fedotowsky-Manno, a former star of “The Bachelorette,” admitted that she felt DeGeneres was mocking her and left her feeling embarrassed during her appearance on the talk show.

In an episode of Kaitlyn Bristowe’s “Off the Vine” podcast (as reported by People), The Bachelorette’s Ali Fedotowsky-Manno discussed her frequent appearances on The Ellen DeGeneres Show. Although Fedotowsky-Manno initially felt “very excited” about being on the Emmy Award-winning daytime talk show during her beginnings in reality television, she confessed that DeGeneres didn’t come off as “rude,” but rather made her feel “dumb.

During my appearance on her show, I was thrilled beyond words to be there. It’s not that I think she’s a bad person; rather, I imagine that after doing the same job day in and day out, year after year, one might grow weary of it, don’t you?

Ellen DeGeneres has a significant history in television, being known for revolutionizing it when she openly identified as gay on her ’90s sitcom “Ellen” and maintaining dominance in daytime television with her 19-season talk show. If Ali Fedotowsky-Manno’s statements are accurate about DeGeneres’ conduct on the show being influenced by exhaustion from her long-term role, it could explain her decision. With the NBC series ultimately concluding its run, there was speculation that this was due to a series of accusations from previous employees about a difficult work environment. However, the former host cited her desire for new challenges as she embarks on a new phase in her life. Now residing in the UK with wife Portia de Rossi, it appears she is embracing these fresh opportunities.

During an episode of Off the Vine, Ali Fedotowsky-Manno mentioned some uncomfortable instances she had on The Ellen DeGeneres Show. In particular, we’re unsure about the exact incident she was referring to, but in February 2010, she admitted on the show that she hadn’t thoroughly read her leave of absence papers from Facebook before joining The Bachelor. During this conversation, DeGeneres jokingly told her, “Go ahead, read things.” Later in May of the same year, when Fedotowsky-Manno returned to the show with a giggly demeanor, Ellen asked if she was intoxicated. Additionally, Fedotowsky-Manno felt that DeGeneres laughed at her rather than with her in various instances on the show.

As a 24-year-old, often referred to as famous for no apparent reason, I appeared on her show, and my experience was that she seemed frustrated, saying something along the lines of ‘I’ve got to deal with one more idiot.’ When I took the stage, dancing as everyone else did with a friendly greeting, I attempted to be amusing and approachable. Instead of sharing in my humor, she seemed to mock me. Can you understand what I’m trying to convey?

Ali Fedotowsky-Manno is not alone in expressing unease during their appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show. Notably, stars like Lea Thompson and others have echoed the “Mean Ellen” allegations. Even Mariah Carey, a singer, admitted to feeling very uncomfortable around DeGeneres when she wasn’t yet ready to announce her pregnancy. This unease was exacerbated when DeGeneres poured her champagne, an offer she declined.

Charlie Puth accused Finding Dory actress Ellen DeGeneres of feeling unsupported when she signed him to the now-defunct label eleveneleven. Additionally, it’s worth noting that a well-known television talk show incident occurred involving Dakota Johnson, where Ellen publicly called her out for not inviting her to her 30th birthday celebration, despite the fact that she actually was invited. These events have contributed to the escalating controversy surrounding allegations of a toxic work environment on the American syndicated talk show.

While Ali Fedotowsky-Manno has expressed feelings of being made to feel “stupid” and laughed at during her appearance on Ellen DeGeneres’ talk show, it seems that DeGeneres might be viewing these incidents from her own perspective as a host, rather than taking them personally. It’s worth noting that such awkward moments have been recurring themes for several celebrity guests who graced the stage of The Ellen DeGeneres Show. As we usher in the new year, I encourage everyone to check out our 2025 TV schedule for updates on the upcoming daytime talk shows you won’t want to miss.

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2025-01-03 23:07