These Iconic A-Listers Aren’t Exactly Welcome On The Ellen Degeneres Show

The Ellen DeGeneres Show has always hung its hat on being a source of positivity and feel-good moments, and Ellen herself ends every episode with a message of hope. But it’s come to light in recent years that behind-the-scenes of the show there is something different going out.

As it turns out, Ellen might not be a practitioner of her gospel, at least according to several big-name celebrities. Whether the heat is on Ellen’s side, or on the guest’s, there are some high-profile names who likely won’t be appearing on her show anytime soon after some spats with the host.

Kathy Griffin

The primetime Emmy award-winning actress and comedian tried to get on Ellen’s for years to no avail. In 2007, Ellen claimed Griffin was never banned because you have to be on the show before you can be banned from it.

Their relation became even more strained in 2014 when Ellen refused to take part in a tribute show for the late Joan Rivers. Later, during one of her stand-up routines, Kathy used that back-and-forth with Ellen as part of her act.