Ellen DeGeneres, the celebrated comedian and talk show host known for her infectious humor and engaging performances, has announced that she is ending her stand-up comedy career with her current tour, “Ellen’s Last Stand…Up.”
The news was delivered during a performance in Santa Rosa, California, where DeGeneres made a heartfelt revelation to her audience.
Addressing a question from the crowd about future appearances on stages such as Broadway or in movies, Ellen responded candidly,
“Um, no. This is the last time you’re going to see me. After my Netflix special,” set to air at the end of 2024, “I’m done.”
Her straightforward announcement marks a significant shift, as fans will no longer have the opportunity to see her live performances.
The decision to retire from stand-up comedy has led to the cancellation of several shows on her tour, including those in Dallas, San Francisco, Seattle, and Chicago.
While Ellen has not provided an official statement regarding the cancellations, she has expressed her appreciation to her fans for their unwavering support. In her recent show, Ellen humorously updated her audience with, “Let me catch you up on what’s been going on with me since you last saw me. I got chickens.”
Amidst her retirement announcement, Ellen addressed recent controversies with her characteristic humor, saying,
“Oh yeah, and I got kicked out of show business for being mean.” She added a light-hearted note about possibly being “kicked out for being old.”
Despite the jest, Ellen firmly rejected the label of being mean, affirming, “I am many things, but I am not mean.”
Reflecting on her career, the 66-year-old comedian admitted, “I used to say, ‘I don’t care what people say about me.’ Now, I realize I said that during the height of my popularity.” Despite the ups and downs, Ellen remains grateful for the support she has received throughout her career.
As Ellen DeGeneres steps away from stand-up, her legacy of humor and joy continues to resonate. Her contributions to comedy and entertainment have brought countless moments of laughter and inspiration to audiences worldwide.
As we bid farewell to her live performances, we celebrate the incredible journey of this iconic comedian and the joy she has shared with us all.