There are no confirmed accounts of people attempting to bring weapons into the studio, but based on the frequency of the tapings of the show, there must have been at least one instance. Just like when you’re in airport security and you realize you have something you probably shouldn’t have, just tell someone, give that object up, and you’ll most likely be fine.
Problems in the Past
People really like to express their energy on their way into Ellen. After all, the producers are constantly searching for the most camera-friendly audience members to showcase when the time comes.