Ellen DeGeneres Announces Retirement after Netflix Special: 'This Marks the Final Appearance'
Entertainment | July 10, 2024, 9:03 a.m.
Ellen DeGeneres, at 66, has announced her retirement from show business during her Ellen's Last Stand comedy tour. With her upcoming Netflix special being her last, she confirmed that this will be the end of her performing career. Despite fan desires for her to return to Broadway or reprise her role as Dory in a Finding Nemo sequel, DeGeneres stated adamantly that she is saying goodbye for good. This revelation comes after she abruptly canceled tour dates and amidst allegations of a toxic work environment on her talk show. DeGeneres, known for her humor, discussed the challenges she faced in the industry, including being labeled the "most hated person in America." While she remains active in animal welfare and other projects, her final stand-up special will mark the end of her comedic journey.