During one of his recent specials, comedian John Mulaney, a doting father of two, delivered a poignant and pointed jab at fellow comedian and former talk show legend Ellen DeGeneres. In the latest installment of his Netflix series, "Everybody's Live With John Mulaney," the comedian shared a humorous anecdote about attending his 3-year-old son's maiden school performance over the weekend, subtly weaving in a scathing remark about DeGeneres.
"Every toddler, at heart, is the star of their very own production," Mulaney quipped during his set, as reported by CNN. "Imagine having a 3-year-old. It's akin to what I'd fathomed working on Ellen's show must be like. People approach you, inquisitive, 'How is it?' And you respond, 'Oh, it's delightful. We have a blast. Games galore. But some days, oh boy, they're challenging.'"
"We indulge in dancing, you see. If he initiates a dance, you dance along... But the moment he halts, you darn well better stop dancing, sharpish," Mulaney continued, his words resonating with a deeper meaning.
Clearly, Mulaney's joke serves as a wry allusion to the allegations of a toxic workplace environment that surfaced in 2020, leveled by staffers and employees associated with "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" at the time. In an August 2020 episode, DeGeneres herself addressed these accusations, offering an apology to the staff members who were adversely affected by the workplace atmosphere.
"I'm acutely aware of the privilege and power I hold, and with that comes a weighty responsibility, which I fully accept for all that transpires on my show," DeGeneres conceded on air.
Ultimately, DeGeneres' show drew to a close in 2022, leaving behind a legacy tarnished by the revelations but also marked by moments of genuine joy and kindness.
