Kevin Hart Defends His Support Of Ellen DeGeneres & Nick Cannon Against Critics

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KEvin Hart, Ellen DeGeneres, Nick Cannon
Kevin Hart recently publicly supported Ellen DeGeneres in the wake of her controversy and also stated that Nick Cannon was at his home every day during his recent controversy.

After penning a lengthy message in support of his friend Ellen DeGeneres, Kevin Hart received backlash. Ellen and her talk show are being investigated by WarnerMedia following accusations that it's a toxic work environment filled with discrimination, racism, and intimidation. There have been rumors that Ellen is looking to back away from the show and throw in the towel, and recently, she reportedly sent out a letter to her staff apologizing for not being more aware of what was going on behind-the-scenes.

Kevin posted a photo to his Instagram page of himself and Ellen together when he was a guest on her show. He gave a few encouraging words to his friend, but the public swiftly condemned Hart for his actions. He returned with a video to say that he couldn't believe that people were so up in arms because he just wanted to support someone he cared for.

He also added that he saw the mentions from some critics who asked him why he was being publicly vocal about Ellen DeGeneres but didn't say anything when Nick Cannon was recently in the bowels of controversy. Kevin Hart claims Nick was at his house every day as they attempted to coordinate the Wild 'n Out mogul's next steps. 

"When did we lose sight of reality?" Hart asks in his video. "It's a f*cked up time, man. It's a f*cked up time." Watch Kevin explain himself and express disappointment below.

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Erika Marie is a seasoned journalist, editor, and ghostwriter who works predominantly in the fields of music, spirituality, mental health advocacy, and social activism. The Los Angeles editor, storyteller, and activist has been involved in the behind-the-scenes workings of the entertainment industry for nearly two decades. E.M. attempts to write stories that are compelling while remaining informative and respectful. She's an advocate of lyrical witticism & the power of the pen. Favorites: Motown, New Jack Swing, '90s R&B, Hip Hop, Indie Rock, & Punk; Funk, Soul, Harlem Renaissance Jazz greats, and artists who innovate, not simply replicate.
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