A former producer on The Ellen Show has claimed Ellen DeGeneres was a ‘kiss ass’ who ‘only liked famous people’.
The US comedian is currently in the middle of a controversial scandal surrounding the working environment of her chat show, following claims employees were mistreated by producers.
Several former members of staff have now come forward to speak out on the ‘toxic’ work environment on The Ellen Show, with accusations of intimidation and racism.
Now, Hedda Muskat, a former producer on the programme, has hit out at DeGeneres whilst appearing on an Australian radio show.
Speaking to Kyle and Jackie O, Muskat claimed that the comedian was ‘not friendly with people, that I noticed,’ during her time on The Ellen Show.
‘The only people that she was friendly with were the A-list movie stars. She’s a big kiss ass,’ she said.
Muskat worked on the debut season of the popular series during 2003, and did not return for subsequent runs.
Muskat’s claims follow in the wake of former The Ellen Show DJ Tony Okungbowa, who said that he experienced ‘toxicity’ whilst working on the set.
He explained on Instagram: ‘Hey Guys, I hope you are all keeping safe out there during these trying times. I have been getting calls asking me about the Ellen Degeneres Show and I would like to address the time I spent there. I was on air talent from 2003-2006 and from 2007 -2013.
‘While I am grateful for the opportunity it afforded me, I did experience and feel the toxicity of the environment and I stand with my former colleagues in their quest to create a healthier and more inclusive workplace as the show moves forward.’
Following the allegations, a host of celebrities, including pop star Katy Perry and comedian Kevin Hart, have spoken out in support of the host.
The controversy does seem to have affected the show in a big way – it was recently revealed that ratings had plummeted to its ‘worst-ever’ figures.
Metro.co.uk has reached out to Ellen DeGeneres and The Ellen Show for comment.
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