Margaret Cho Adds to Criticisms of Ellen DeGeneres

Comedian Margaret Cho has publicly criticized Ellen DeGeneres, describing her as 'weird and not nice' throughout their decades-long acquaintance, which began in the 1980s comedy circuit. Cho recounted opening for DeGeneres early in her career and later being treated as a stranger during appearances on The Ellen DeGeneres Show in the 2000s. She was particularly upset when a segment featuring David Bowie praising her was cut from the broadcast, calling the decision 'so rude.' Rosie O'Donnell has also spoken about unresolved issues with DeGeneres while emphasizing LGBTQIA+ solidarity. These new remarks from Cho add to longstanding criticisms of DeGeneres, especially following 2020 allegations of a toxic workplace culture on her show. Representatives for DeGeneres have not commented on Cho’s recent statements.