Channel Nine won’t be showing the final season of Ellen’s long running talk show, announcing that they’re walking away from their long association with the show.
A spokesperson for the broadcaster told TV industry website TV Blackbox that they wished Ellen all the best for the future.
“The Ellen DeGeneres show won’t be returning to Channel 9 for its 19th and final season. It’s been a tremendous run and we wish Ellen all the best for her last season.” the spokesperson said.
While the show had been a rating success, in recent years it’s weathered claims of on-set bullying and difficulties behind the scenes. DeGeneres announced the show’s nineteenth season would be it’s last outing but denied she was moving on because of the recent challenges.
The comedian said she initially wanted to bring the program to a close a few years ago, but was persuaded to stay on for an additional three-year contract.
The Ellen show also airs on Foxtel.
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