exec previously told THR - it’s been widely praised for delivering a midday jolt of joy, to say nothing of ratings and revenue with its mix of dancing, games and giveaways (nearly $70 million in charitable donations and more than $300 million in audience giveaways). Indeed, after an uphill battle to get the show off the ground - “It was the hardest show we’ve ever had to launch in the history of our company,” a Warner Bros. He calls her eponymous series “an absolute phenomenon,” having established itself over nearly two decades on air “as the premier destination for both superstars and incredible heartfelt human-interest stories.” “Although all good things must come to an end, you still have hope that truly great things never will,” says Warner Bros.’ unscripted TV president Mike Darnell, who as recently as late April was still prodding DeGeneres to reconsider. Hollywood Rallies Around Simone Biles Following Olympics Event Withdrawal: 'Protect Your Peace'
