Ellen Tried To HUMILIATE These Guests But It BACKFIRED Badly!

Ellen DeGeneres, known for her quick wit and playful interactions, has long made a name for herself by putting her guests in uncomfortable situations with awkward questions, surprise games, and sharp jabs. But what happens when the tables are turned, and guests fire back with savage comebacks? Well, Ellen’s carefully curated persona gets shattered—and it’s honestly as satisfying as it is awkward to watch. Today, we’re taking a deep dive into the best moments when Ellen’s attempts to humiliate her guests completely backfired, and the results are pure gold.

Dakota Johnson Calls Out Ellen Over Birthday Snub

One of the most memorable moments came from Dakota Johnson, who dropped a bombshell on Ellen live during an interview. As Ellen casually asked about Dakota’s recent birthday, the conversation quickly turned into a public roasting. Ellen jokingly mentioned not being invited to Dakota’s party, but what followed was a moment that caught everyone off guard.

“I wasn’t invited,” Ellen said, with her typical innocent grin. Dakota immediately fired back, “That’s not true, Ellen. You were invited.” The tension was palpable as the audience leaned in, waiting to see how Ellen would react. “I didn’t even know you liked me,” Dakota added, throwing Ellen off her game. The cameras caught Ellen’s sudden unease as she attempted to explain herself, but it was clear—she was caught in a lie. The moment went viral, with fans across the world pointing out how awkwardly Ellen handled being called out on her own show. This wasn’t just a celebrity calling her out; it was a genuine, unapologetic burn.

Priyanka Chopra Drops a Truth Bomb About Ellen’s Disrespect

Ellen’s infamous reputation for mockingly making celebrities feel uncomfortable didn’t stop with Dakota Johnson. Priyanka Chopra, fresh off her wedding to Nick Jonas, appeared on Ellen’s show, and Ellen made a subtle jab about not being invited to the wedding. But Priyanka, as graceful as ever, fired right back.

“Well, I didn’t get an invite,” Ellen said, a slight smirk on her face. Priyanka, however, didn’t hesitate and responded with a dry wit, “We were so offended that you didn’t even respond to our invite though.” The room froze for a moment, and it was clear that Ellen’s reputation for belittling guests was starting to catch up with her. This wasn’t just a playful dig—it was a subtle condemnation of her behavior. Priyanka’s calm demeanor contrasted Ellen’s increasingly defensive posture, and it was a clear reminder that not everyone was willing to just roll over for Ellen’s jokes.

Hassan Minhaj Schools Ellen on Pronunciation and Cultural Sensitivity

It wasn’t just actresses who put Ellen in her place. Comedian Hassan Minhaj came onto the show and decided to school Ellen on pronouncing his name properly—something Ellen, despite her extensive experience interviewing guests, repeatedly butchered.

“It’s Hassan Minaj,” he gently corrected her. But Ellen, ever the one to laugh off a mistake, attempted to fix it in front of the cameras and ended up making it worse. “Hassan Manish?” she asked, clearly not getting the pronunciation right. Hassan, now fully in his element, gave her a calm, detailed explanation and, with a smile, encouraged Ellen to get it right on national television. His humor was sharp, but the underlying point was serious: cultural respect is important, especially for someone with Ellen’s platform.

Shawn Hayes Roasts Ellen Over Her Show’s Lack of Segue Skills

Then there was the time when Shawn Hayes took the opportunity to roast Ellen over the awkwardness of her own show. As she tried to transition into the next segment, Shawn couldn’t help but point out the glaring flaw in her approach.

“By the way, you’ve been on the air for 15 years, huh?” Shawn said, poking fun at Ellen’s self-promotion. He quickly turned the tables on her by quipping, “No, really, you’ve been on air for 15 years, but remember when you were canceled?” The audience burst into laughter as Shawn expertly outmaneuvered Ellen’s attempt to dominate the conversation. Ellen’s attempt to regain control faltered as she awkwardly stumbled through the rest of the exchange.

What Goes Around Comes Around: Ellen’s Downfall

But the most significant moment of all might have been the ultimate downfall of Ellen herself. After years of using her celebrity status to make guests uncomfortable and turning their vulnerabilities into punchlines, it was her turn to face the consequences. After the Dakota Johnson incident and other similar moments, stories about Ellen’s behind-the-scenes behavior began to circulate. It turned out that Ellen’s notorious “Queen of Nice” persona was just that—an image carefully crafted to distract from her behavior backstage, which included a toxic work environment, mistreatment of staff, and gaslighting guests.

In the wake of these revelations, the once-iconic talk show host saw her public image crumble. The exposure of her behavior led to a massive outcry, with celebrities, former employees, and even viewers expressing their disappointment. The same guests she had mocked for years were now publicly calling her out for her cruelty, and her downfall was swift. Eventually, the show was canceled, and Ellen’s reputation was permanently tarnished.

The Best Moment of Them All: The Audience Reacts to Ellen’s Fall

Though Ellen may have gotten away with humiliating many of her guests on her show, it was clear that when the tables turned, the audience was ready for it. With every insult Ellen threw at her guests, they were silently accumulating the power to turn the tables. From Dakota Johnson’s simple, biting response to Shawn Hayes’ quick-witted roast, it was clear that Ellen’s reign was built on the backs of those who had finally had enough.

In the end, it wasn’t just Ellen’s guests who called her out; it was the public, who grew weary of the diva behavior behind her “nice” front. Whether it was Priyanka Chopra, Hassan Minhaj, or any of the countless other celebrities who had their moments of power, each of them played a part in dismantling Ellen’s empire. It turns out, when you mock and belittle long enough, it’s only a matter of time before someone stands up and flips the script.

And when that moment finally came, Ellen’s reputation was left in tatters, as guests who were once mocked had the last laugh. The lesson here is clear: what goes around, comes around, and eventually, even the most untouchable can be humbled.