The Ellen DeGeneres Show has been one of the pillars of daytime television for almost two decades, but all good things must come to an end. The upcoming 19th season will serve as the final chapter of the beloved daytime talk show.
Mike Darnell, president of Warner Bros. Unscripted Television, described The Ellen DeGeneres Show as “an indelible piece of the television landscape” and praised it for bringing comedy, joy, happiness, and comfort to millions of viewers over the years. “The Ellen Show started as the little program that could and became an absolute phenomenon. Over the years, it established itself as the premier destination for both superstars and incredible heartfelt human interest stories,” said Darnell in a statement.
Ellen DeGeneres also discussed the ending of the show in a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter. The Emmy-winning host said she’s been considering the ending since Season 16, but signed up for three more seasons because affiliates and the station needed bigger commitment. “When you’re a creative person, you constantly need to be challenged—and as great as this show is, and as fun as it is, it’s just not a challenge anymore,” explained DeGeneres.
The Ellen DeGeneres Show premiered in 2003 and went on to become one of the most popular daytime talk shows of the 21st century. As of 2020, it won a total of 61 Daytime Emmy Awards, surpassing the record held by The Oprah Winfrey Show.
