Underfire talk show host Ellen DeGeneres has returned to the small screen and addressed claims she has enabled a "toxic atmosphere" behind the scenes of her hit series.
The 62-year-old found herself engulfed in accusations of bullying behaviour by not only her employees but also past guests and even fellow celebs.
Many have insisted her mean nature is common knowledge among the Hollywood elite. The accusations have forced WarnerMedia to launch an investigation at The Ellen DeGeneres Show, as rumours continued to swirl about Ellen and whether or not she would be replaced on the show.
Determined to tackle the rumours head on Ellen, who is married to actress Portia de Rossi, addressed them head on with a speech at the start of the new series
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