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

This is a fairly new rule, but it was recently implemented to keep the audience looking as fresh as possible. People don’t always wear their Sunday best to Ellen, but if you’re dressed like you’re going to the beach, you may be asked to leave. 

Skin is a Cardinal Sin

Ellen doesn’t allow her audience to show off their shoulders or knees. Evidently, this detracts from the show’s ratings. 

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The More You Know

  • TV technology existed before commercial radio
  • Monica and Joey were supposed to be the main F.R.I.E.N.D.S. romance.
  • Jerry Seinfeld refused to do a 10th season of his incredibly popular sitcom, turning down an offered $5 million per episode. He wanted the show to go out on a high note.
  • Parks and Recreation: Chris Pratt was not originally supposed to be a series regular, but he was so great as Andy that the writers created a bigger role for him.
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