Ellen DeGeneres is set to return to Netflix with what she claims will be her final stand-up special, titled Ellen DeGeneres: For Your Approval. The special is scheduled to premiere globally on September 24 and is being produced by Ben Winston’s Fulwell 73 Productions, with DeGeneres and her wife, Portia de Rossi. Joel Gallen, known for his work on Chris Rock’s 2023 special Selective Outrage, is directing the special. DeGeneres has joked that the upcoming special will address the questions everyone has been asking her, and confirmed that it will indeed be her last one.
The upcoming special comes after a turbulent period for DeGeneres, following allegations of a toxic workplace environment on her long-running talk show that surfaced in 2020. While the controversy led to a formal investigation and the dismissal of key executives from the show, DeGeneres has maintained that these issues were not the reason for ending her show after 19 seasons. In a statement, she addressed the impact these allegations had on her and clarified that they were not the primary reason for her show’s conclusion.
In Ellen DeGeneres: For Your Approval, the comedian is expected to open up about her life experiences, including her time away from the spotlight. The special is said to cover a range of topics, from the mundane aspects of daily life to the challenges of celebrity status. DeGeneres is known for her relatable humor and personal anecdotes, and fans can expect an intimate look at her life in this final stand-up special.
The upcoming special is part of Ellen’s Last Stand… Up tour, where DeGeneres has previously addressed and canceled some tour dates amidst past controversies. Despite the challenges she has faced, the demand for stand-up specials remains high, making DeGeneres’ return to Netflix a significant event in the comedy world. In a time where authenticity and transparency are valued, DeGeneres’ final stand-up special is anticipated to resonate with audiences worldwide.
As Ellen DeGeneres prepares for the premiere of For Your Approval on Netflix, fans and critics alike are eager to see how she will address her past struggles and share insights into her life. With her trademark wit and charm, DeGeneres is expected to tackle a variety of topics in her final stand-up special, promising an entertaining and heartfelt experience for viewers. Don’t miss the chance to catch Ellen DeGeneres: For Your Approval on September 24, as she bids farewell to stand-up comedy in style.
