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Ellen DeGeneres
Ellen DeGeneres is an award-winning American comedian, actor, and talk show host. She got her start in stand-up comedy and starred in her own sitcom, Ellen. In 1997, DeGeneres' character made history for being the first lead in a sitcom to openly acknowledge her homosexuality on air. In 2003, she debuted her award-winning daytime TV talk show—The Ellen DeGeneres Show. The show, which has received 64 Daytime Emmy Awards, ended in 2022.
- Full name: Ellen Lee DeGeneres
- Age: 65 years old (Born on January 26, 1958)
- Height: 5’7″
- Spouse: Portia de Rossi (married 2008)
- Hometown: Metairie, LA
- Net worth: $500 million
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What Was Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss’ Net Worth at the Time of His Death?

Stephen “tWitch” Boss, who rose to fame as a DJ on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, is dead at 40. Staff discovered the father of three in a Los Angeles hotel room after he died by suicide. tWitch’s wife, fellow dancer Allison Holker, told police that her husband’s behavior was odd before he left the house …

by Rose Burke

Published on December 19, 2022

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What Is Ellen DeGeneres Doing Now That Her Show Is Over?

Here's what Ellen DeGeneres is doing now that she's retired from her long-running talk show.

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‘America’s Got Talent’: Ellen Degeneres Discovered the Cline Twins Before ‘AGT’ Season 17

Watch the moment from 2019, when Ellen pulled the Cline Twins from her audience on 'The Ellen Degeneres Show' before they auditioned for 'AGT' Season 17.

by Rachel Hunt

Netflix Comedies for March 2024: 6 Best Comedy Movies on Netflix This Month

Netflix is adding comedies with something for everyone in March 2024. These six comedies are the best picks to stream this month.

by Matt Moore

Published on March 1, 2024

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‘Killing It’ Stars Craig Robinson and Rell Battle Reflect on Role Challenges and Having to ‘Bring out New Weapons’ [Exclusive]

'Killing It' stars Craig Robinson and Rell Battle talk about the many dimensions within their characters and tease season 2.

by Gina Ragusa

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Claudia O’Doherty Kicks Major A** in ‘Killing It’ Season 2– Seriously [Exclusive]

Claudia O'Doherty who plays Jillian G. on Peacock's 'Killing It' said season 2 will show some very interesting sides of her character.

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See Kathy From ‘sMothered’ on ‘The Oprah Winfrey Show’ in 1993

Years before she and her daughter Cristina starred in TLC's 'sMothered,' Kathy Crispino was a guest on 'The Oprah Winfrey Show.'

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Published on February 13, 2024

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Meghan Markle ‘Becoming the Next Oprah’ Isn’t ‘Far-Fetched at All,’ Expert Says

'I can easily see her pursuing a career path similar to Oprah’s in the media,' a royal expert said of Meghan Markle.

by Mandi Kerr

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Oprah Regretted Asking Sally Field This Cringey Question About Burt Reynolds

'I cringe to even think that I asked that question,' Oprah Winfrey once said, referring to an interview with Sally Field.

by Mandi Kerr

‘The Ellen DeGeneres Show’: Ellen DeGeneres Called Ashton Kutcher Out for Spending ‘$10’ on Mila Kunis for Valentine’s Day

Mila Kunis shared Ashton Kutcher's unfortunate Valentine's Day gift on 'The Ellen DeGeneres Show,' and Ellen DeGeneres noted the gift was only $10.

by Lauren Weiler

‘The Ellen DeGeneres Show’: Ellen DeGeneres Wants to Know if Harry Styles’ Album Is About a ‘Breakup From Someone’

Ellen DeGeneres asked Harry Styles if 'Fine Line' is about a breakup. Here's what the One Direction star had to say.

by Lauren Weiler

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Ellen DeGeneres Accused Sandra Bullock of Taking Her Role in ‘Speed’: ‘It Was Meant for Me’

Ellen DeGeneres has a beef with Sandra Bullock, claiming the actor took the leading role in Speed from her.

by Wendy Michaels

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‘The Ellen DeGeneres Show’: Camila Cabello Claimed She Was ‘Single For 20 Years’ Prior to Dating Shawn Mendes, But She Mentioned Another Ex

Camila Cabello claimed she was 'single for 20 years' before Shawn Mendes while on 'The Ellen DeGeneres Show' -- but she also briefly mentioned an ex.

by Lauren Weiler

‘The Ellen DeGeneres Show’: Ellen DeGeneres Called Justin Bieber Out for Forgetting Where His New Neck Tattoo Is

Justin Bieber talked about his new neck tattoo on 'The Ellen DeGeneres Show,' and Ellen DeGeneres called him out for not knowing which side it's on.

by Lauren Weiler

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Martha Stewart Shut Ellen DeGeneres Down With the Best Response When the Talk Show Host Asked if She Knew What ‘Sexting’ Was

When Ellen DeGeneres asked Martha Stewart if she knew what 'sexting' was, she gave quite the response.

by Kelsey Goeres

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Cher Once Slammed Ellen DeGeneres for a Bad Impression of Her and Called Her a B*tch

That one time Cher and Ellen DeGeneres became hair stylists and Cher called DeGeneres a 'b*tch.'

by Kelsey Goeres

Mila Kunis Was Totally Embarrassed When Ellen DeGeneres Asked Her Questions About Ashton Kutcher: ‘You Are in Such Trouble’

Mila Kunis was roasted by Ellen DeGeneres on 'The Ellen DeGeneres Show' when it came to her relationship with Ashton Kutcher. Here's what happened.

by Lauren Weiler

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Ellen DeGeneres Quit Being Vegan ‘For No Reason Really,’ She Said

Talk show host Ellen DeGeneres was adamant about her vegan lifestyle, until she wasn't anymore.

by Amanda Harding

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Kathy Griffin Blasted Ellen Degeneres for How She Responded To the Death of Joan Rivers – ‘You Need To Let Go of Your Hatred’

Kathy Griffin called Ellen DeGeneres out back in 2018 for mishandling the death of Joan Rivers.

by Kelsey Goeres

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A Look at Ellen DeGeneres’ Feud With Kathy Griffin

Why Ellen DeGeneres and Kathy Griffin started feuding in the first place and where they stand today.

by Kelsey Goeres

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Things Got Super Awkward When Ellen DeGeneres Asked Justin Bieber Why He and Hailey Haven’t Started Having Kids

Justin Bieber appeared on The Ellen Show to chat about Thanksgiving with his family. Instead, DeGeneres asked him why he and Hailey don't have kids yet.

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Ellen DeGeneres Once Awkwardly Shaded a Fan for Drinking Before Her Show

Ellen DeGeneres loves to poke fun at her audience, but one interaction got awkward when she learned a fan drunkenly got tickets to her show.

by Kelli Boyle

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‘The Ellen DeGeneres Show’: Alison Brie Apologized for Accidentally Showing Ellen DeGeneres an Embarrassing Photo When They Met

Alison Brie accidentally showed Ellen DeGeneres a NSFW photo when they met. She felt very embarrassed by the incident.

by Wendy Michaels

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‘The Ellen DeGeneres Show’: Ellen DeGeneres Called Demi Moore’s Childhood ‘Pretty Messed Up’

Demi Moore discusses her difficult childhood in her memoir, 'Inside Out.' And Ellen DeGeneres brought it up on her show.

by Lauren Weiler

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‘The Ellen DeGeneres Show’: Harry Styles Admitted He Was Concerned He Wouldn’t Have Fans After Leaving One Direction

Harry Styles admitted to Ellen DeGeneres he was scared One Direction fans wouldn't appreciate what he had to offer solo.

by Lauren Weiler

‘The Ellen DeGeneres Show’: Ashton Kutcher Called Ellen DeGeneres Out for Her ‘Rich People Problems’

Ashton Kutcher called Ellen DeGeneres out for her 'rich people problems' after DeGeneres told a story. Here's what happened.

by Lauren Weiler

‘The Ellen DeGeneres Show’: Ellen DeGeneres Got the Ages of Ashton Kutcher’s Children Totally Wrong

Ashton Kutcher talked about his kids on 'The Ellen DeGeneres Show,' and DeGeneres couldn't seem to get the ages of his kids right.

by Lauren Weiler

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Ellen DeGeneres Reminded Demi Moore She’s Still Friends With Ashton Kutcher Despite Everything Moore Described in Her Memoir

Demi Moore talked about her memoir on 'The Ellen DeGeneres Show,' and Ellen DeGeneres noted she's still friends with Moore's ex, Ashton Kutcher.

by Lauren Weiler

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‘The Ellen DeGeneres Show’: Ellen DeGeneres Was Very Confused When Ashton Kutcher Came on Her Show

Ashton Kutcher arrived without warning on 'The Ellen DeGeneres Show' to give Ellen DeGeneres a surprise. Here's what happened.

by Lauren Weiler

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