DJ Tony Okungbowa, who was on Ellen from 2003-2006, and then from 2007-2013, noted earlier this month that while he was “grateful for the opportunity” being on the daytime show gave him, he also experienced a view of the poor workplace behavior of senior staffers and will “stand with my former colleagues in their quest to create a healthier and more inclusive workplace as the show moves forward.”
Even though several of Ellen DeGeneres’ fans, family, and co-workers have stepped up to support the host publicly, one former employee has made his voice heard on the claims of toxicity in the workplace, and gone on record to confirm that he felt it while working there, as well.