Ellen DeGeneres Reveals the Weird Rules That Can Get You Kicked Off the Show

Since there are so many high profile guests, and Ellen is practically fueled by popular music that’s hot on the radio, front-row guests are required to know exactly what’s going on in the pop world. For instance, if Ellen were to play “Old Town Road” by Lil Nas X, individuals in the front row must be seen either dancing or singing along perfectly. If you don’t know the song, you will be moved to the back.

Dress Code is Strictly Enforced

Are you a goth? A house painter? Someone who likes to wear a lot of neutral colors? We have some bad news for you. 

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The More You Know

  • TV shows have risen in popularity over the years. The average American spends three hours a day watching TV. The advent of streaming services has given rise to a new phenomenon: binge watching.
  • The Cosby Show: Sondra was almost played by Whitney Houston instead of Sabrina Le Beauf...but she turned down the role to pursue music.
  • 99% of American homes own at least one television set, and 66% has at least three.
  • For a long time, TV producers were hesitant to kill off main characters. The drama/comedy show M*A*S*H, set during the Korean War, broke through that barrier in "Abyssinia/Henry," when Lieutenant Colonel Henry Blake's plane was shot down.
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