Ellen DeGeneres' 'Be Kind' mantra has been dealt a major blow following the revelation her talk show is to be probed following numerous complaints of a 'toxic' working environment.
WarnerMedia launched an investigation into the comedienne's long-running day time show following months of concerning accusations from ex employees and current staff.
The insiders on The Ellen Show - shown weekdays on ITV2 - raised questions of bullying, intimidation and racism on set. The claims are at odds with the bubbly, funny lady persona and charitable giveaways Ellen has become known for.
In March, comedian Kevin T Porter took to Twitter and called Ellen 'notoriously one of the meanest people alive.' He appealed for 'insane stories' and many were quick to