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Rosie O'Donnell Still Distrustful of Ellen DeGeneres Despite Apology

  • Ellen DeGeneres apologized for saying she didn't know Rosie O'Donnell years ago, but O'Donnell does not trust DeGeneres and does not want to rekindle their friendship.
  • O'Donnell and DeGeneres were once friends, but their relationship soured after DeGeneres said she didn't know O'Donnell.
  • O'Donnell felt hurt by DeGeneres' comment and feels she did not support her during a difficult time in her career.
  • DeGeneres' reputation has been damaged in recent years by reports of poor behavior and mistreatment of staff.
  • O'Donnell helped pave the way for openly gay women on television and pushed for political discussions on "The View."
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