Talk Show Hosts Who Treat Their Staff Like Trash

On air, talk show hosts are charismatic, bubbly, and by the nature of the gig, come across as someone with whom you'd generally like to have a conversation. But as is the case with many other types of celebrities, there's often a dark side to these seemingly hospitable hosts. From sexual harassment scandals to overwhelming demands to public humiliation, these notable talkers have been accused by former staffers of it all. Here are the talk show hosts who treat their staff like trash.

Behind every television show is a team of producers, camera operators, directors and more who help the show find success, yet it's those who are the face of the show who get the most recognition. Television hosts might put a lot of work into the direction and themes of their shows, but they sometimes forget to appreciate the people behind the scenes, for whom without the show wouldn't even exist. Understandably fame can get to one's head, but these horrific stories prove that some television hosts just go too far.

One of the surefire ways to sniff out celebrities' true nature is to observe their interactions with service professionals, and we're not just talking about leaving a big tip. Sure, there is an expectation that since stars are rich, they should be making it rain at restaurants, but any server will tell you that getting a big tip isn't worth being treated like dirt. Here's a list of celebrities who've been accused of being nightmarish customers and stingy with cash.