Drew Barrymore's Talk Show Renewal, Ellen's Reaction

0:00From Hollywood to the world, this is entertainment and celebrity news today. Drew Barrymore's daytime talk show just got renewed through 2028 and it's hitting its highest viewership ever this season. The deal marks a big win for the Emmy winner, solidifying her spot and feel good TV. Meanwhile, sources close to the scene say former host Ellen DeGeneres isn't thrilled about it. Ellen's own show wrapped up back in 2022 after workplace drama surfaced around the time Drew's program launched in 2020. Fans and insiders see Drew stepping fully into that top daytime slot Ellen once held, especially as Ellen has talked openly about feeling pushed out of the business. Drew's team made smart tweaks two years back, keeping her fun hosting style while fixing when needed work and it's clearly connecting with viewers. Now that success is building her fortune, with estimates already at $85 million and more to come from years ahead on air while Ellen is, her own return.