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Actress, stand-up comedian, talk show hostBirth Name :
Ellen Lee DeGeneresBirth Date :
January 26, 1958Birth Place :
Metairie, Louisiana, USASpouse :
Portia de Rossi (actress, since 16-Aug-08)Claim to fame :
As Ellen Morgan in sitcom "Ellen" (1994 - 1998)
Newlyweds Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi Talk of Having Kids
August 22, 2008 10:08:08It was just last weekend that Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi made their union official in a private nuptials, but the couple have talked about having kids already. Discussing on the option, they openly share their story and hope to People magazine in its latest issue, which features their wedding album and exclusive interview with them.
Considering to have children to form a family, Portia admitted that she and Ellen "go back and forth" with the thought. "I don't know if it's our immediate future. It's something we talk about every few months," she revealed further.
Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi's Exclusive Wedding Pics and Interview on People
August 20, 2008 09:08:55The wedding bliss is still all over Ellen DeGeneres and her bride Portia de Rossi. The newlyweds might hide their weekend wedding from the public, but they do share the very details of their nuptials to People magazine. Greater than that, they have an exclusive interview with the weekly publication and also share the most intimate moment of their wedding in form of wedding album.
In the cover of its new issue People features Ellen and Portia, all smile, wearing their matching Zac Posen wedding outfits. The pic is accompanied with a headline that read "Exclusive Photos and Interview. Ellen and Portia's Wedding! The rings, the cake, the flowers! All the details from their emotional and intimate at-home ceremony."
Celeb Friends Send Congrats for Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi
August 19, 2008 01:08:36The wedding of Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi was a private one but that didn't prevent it from media coverage, prompting many celebrity friends of them to offer their congratulations for the newlyweds. Joshua Radin, who was invited to the wedding by Ellen in a bid to surprise Portia, opened up about his feeling of singing in wedding for the first time ever.
The singer-songwriter told People, "I cannot imagine topping that experience. I've never played a wedding before, and I probably won't again until it's my own." During the nuptials, he performed acoustic renditions of several new tracks and also sang the ballad "They Bring Me To You."
Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi Wed, the Details
August 18, 2008 09:08:03It's official, Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi have tied the knot at their home in Beverly Hills, California, on Saturday night, August 16. A spokesperson for both DeGeneres and Portia exclusively told People later that day, "Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi were married tonight in an intimate ceremony at their home in Los Angeles." Adding another celebrity wedding to the books for the year 2008, the same sex couple exchanged vows in an intimate ceremony attended by about 20 guests that included their mothers Betty and Margaret Rogers.
The newlyweds wore ensembles by Zac Posen and traded rings by Neil Lane, People reports. Portia, 35, wore a backless, light pink dress and her hair was pulled up loosely. DeGeneres, 50, on the other hand, wore white pants, a button-up shirt and a vest. L.A. florist Mark's Garden helped with the decoration.
Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi's Wedding Preparation Begun, the Details
August 16, 2008 11:08:37Rumors on their wedding have been all over the news media, with the latest claimed that Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi are planning to tie the knot this weekend in a low key ceremony in California with only a few close friends and family being invited. Hot on the heels of the claim, E! News has just outed details of the pair's wedding preparation.
In a post on its site, dated August 15, E! News reported that the lesbian couple would likely to hold their wedding at the home they currently share in Beverly Hills. The activities have been hectic in the mansion, E! claimed.
Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi Getting Married This Weekend in California
August 15, 2008 01:08:22After weeks of chatter and speculation, it seems that the much speculated wedding of Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi will finally come to fruition. Confirmation on that seems to have been accepted by a new report on US Weekly which claimed the lesbian couple are planning to tie the knot this weekend in California.
Contrary to tabloid and Internet reports, the pair won't have a star-studded ceremony. They will instead hold an intimate wedding, inviting a few close friends and family. The exact date and wedding venue are not mentioned though.
Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi to Marry in Palm Springs in October
June 28, 2008 01:06:15The date has been set and coming next is the wedding venue. Internet reports are abuzz that Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi are planning to marry at California's Riviera Resort and Spa in Palm Springs once the renovations are finished later this year.
The New York Post broke the news and quoted a source as saying, "They didn't sign the contract yet, but they're working out the final details and security. The hotel is doing $70 million in renovations that will be done in October." The source furthermore revealed that Ellen and Portia "said they wanted to have the ceremony in the tropical gardens, by the pool and the reception in the grand ballroom. They will also close a significant portion of the hotel, so it looks like it will be a big occasion!"
Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi Revealed Wedding Guests List and Wish of Gift
June 24, 2008 11:06:30They have set the date but won't share it with the press. It was fortunate though that same-sex couple Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi finally have a change of mind and are kind enough to spill the beans on their wedding guests list and the gift they want for the big day.
Opened up about the people who're invited into her upcoming wedding, Ellen simply said "Lots of people." She went on adding, "It's getting bigger and bigger by the day. Would you like to come?" Portia then interrupted, telling Access Hollywood at the Daytime Emmys on Friday, June 20, "She keeps inviting people."
Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi Have Set Their Wedding Date, Passing on a Prenup
June 21, 2008 11:06:19Winning the Best Talk Show Host award at the 35th annual Daytime Emmy Awards on Friday, June 20, apparently put Ellen DeGeneres on her best mood ever. To the press, backstage of the festive, the talk show host openly revealed that she and partner Portia de Rossi have set a wedding date.
Ellen was one of the Hollywood lesbian celebs who positively responded to the California Supreme Court's dismissal of the state's ban on gay marriage last month. In the wake of the official dismissal, she announced publicly during the taping of her "Ellen DeGeneres Show" her plan to wed longtime lesbian lover Portia.
Winners of the 35th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards Are In
June 21, 2008 09:06:30The 35th annual Daytime Emmy Awards which was held at the Kodak Theatre in Los Angeles on Friday, June 20 witnessed its biggest nominee, CBS' soap opera "The Young and the Restless", won only three awards all at once. The series which grabbed 13 nods for a total of eight categories nabbed the awards for the categories of Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series for its star Jeanne Cooper, Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series for Kristoff St. John, and the Outstanding Achievement in Art Direction/Set Decoration/Scenic Design For A Drama Series.
Another big winner at the awards event was talk show host Ellen DeGeneres whose talk show "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" won her the Outstanding Talk Show Host award. In addition, the show also won the Outstanding Achievement in Art Direction/Set Decoration/Scenic Design, Outstanding Directing In A Talk Show/Morning Program, and the Outstanding Achievement in Live & Direct To Tape Sound Mixing categories.
Ellen DeGeneres Plans Pre-Wedding Trip to Aussie to Meet Portia de Rossi's Grandmother
May 30, 2008 02:05:21Already made public her plans to wed actress girlfriend Portia de Rossi, Ellen DeGeneres reportedly is planning a pre-wedding trip to Australia to meet Portia's family. Is hoping to travel to Portia's native country, Ellen actually wants to pay a visit to her grandmother who won't be able to travel to the U.S. for their upcoming wedding.
"I've met Portia's mother and her cousins, and I mentioned last night that we should go (to Australia) for Christmas. I can't wait to get there," Ellen was quoted as saying. "I'd like to get the show there. I'm going to push hard to make that happen."
Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi to Wed at President Bush's Texas Ranch
May 24, 2008 10:05:02Ellen DeGeneres arguably is a lucky lesbian. The talk show host would possibly hold her planned nuptials to longtime girlfriend Portia de Rossi at President Bush's Crawford, Texas ranch as the first daughter Jenna Hager offered her family's ranch for her to be used as a wedding location.
Jenna wed Henry Chase Hager at a private ceremony on May 10, 2008 at her parents' Prairie Chapel Ranch near Crawford, Texas. Showed up with her mother Laura Bush for a taping for Ellen's show Thursday, May 22, Jenna discussed a number of issues, one of which was her recent wedding.
Justin Timberlake to Sing and Make a Song for Ellen DeGeneres' Wedding
May 17, 2008 01:05:01Justin Timberlake plans to give a special gift to his friend Ellen DeGeneres for the talk show host's upcoming marriage with her partner Portia de Rossi. Justin reportedly is willing to sing at the wedding and also make a special song for the couple.
The pop star said his plan, on the tapping of Ellen's talk show which was aired on May 16. While answering the actress' suggestion that he should also get married with his girlfriend Jessica Biel, Justin said, "No... but I'll sing at your wedding."
Ellen DeGeneres Announced Plans to Marry Lesbian Lover Portia de Rossi During Talk Show
May 16, 2008 11:05:02The community reacts and Ellen DeGeneres maybe is the fastest. The talk show host announced publicly, during the taping of her "Ellen DeGeneres Show" Thursday night, May 15, her plan to wed longtime lesbian lover Portia de Rossi soon after telling the audience that the California Supreme Court has just turned down its ban on gay marriage.
Portia was among the audience on the show when Ellen surprised everyone with the announcement. The same-sex couple got a huge standing ovation from the audience over their wedding plans, TMZ reports.
Socialite Paris Hilton Under Investigation for Owning 17 Dogs
February 16, 2008 09:02:50Boasted in an interview on "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" Monday, February 11 about owning 17 pets, Paris Hilton's love for the dogs landed her at the center of a new Los Angeles Department of Animal Services investigation.
Paris' chat-show stop was meant to promote her box-office bomb "The Hottie and the Nottie" when the hotel heiress and socialite ended up telling chat show host Ellen all about the extent of her pooch collection without even realizing that it was indeed illegal to have more than three dogs at any one non-kennel, non-breeder, residential address in Los Angeles.
Hollywood Stars Turned Out to Attend Heath Ledger's Memorial Service
February 04, 2008 11:02:07Family and celebrity friends of Heath Ledger attended the late actor's memorial service on the lot of Sony studios in Los Angeles Saturday, February 2.
The mega-stars who gathered for Heath's second L.A. service among others were Sienna Miller, talk show host Ellen DeGeneres, Tom Cruise, Katie Holmes, who once starred together with Heath's former fiancee Michelle Williams in the TV series "Dawson Creek", Heath's "Casanova" co-star Shannyn Sossamon, and director Todd Haynes who directed Heath in Bob Dylan film "I'm Not There" (2007).
Winners of the 34th Annual People's Choice Awards in TV Categories Unveiled
January 09, 2008 12:01:45The winners are in. The 34th Annual People's Choice Awards winners have been unveiled.
While "Pirates of the Caribbean: At Worlds End" was among fan favorites in Movie categories, primetime TV medical drama "Grey's Anatomy" was one of the big winners in the TV categories, earned its stars Katherine Heigl and Patrick Dempsey the awards for Favorite Female TV Star and Favorite Male TV Star in succession.
Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi Are Still Very Much Together
October 27, 2007 01:10:43Not true. Recent reports on Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi have split are false.
A publicist for the talk show host has put to rest those false reports and has confirmed that the same-sex couple is still very much together.
Ellen Degeneres and Lesbian Partner Portia de Rossi Have Split?!
October 26, 2007 04:10:30New rumors surface by the hour that Ellen DeGeneres and her lesbian partner Portia de Rossi have split.
Gossip site dlisted.com brought the report to public, quoted a source as saying the pair's 15 year age difference is having an effect.
Masi Oka Has a Crush on Kristen Bell
September 22, 2007 10:09:26
In addition to the much-talked romance rumors of Hayden Panettiere and Milo Ventimiglia, it appears that another love is blooming between another "Heroes" co-stars. Rumor has it that Masi Oka, who plays the role of Hiro Nakamura in the NBC series, has a crush on new co-star Kristen Bell.
During an interview on "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" on Friday September 21st, the Japanese-American actor was quizzed about possible romance between him and Bell, about which he coyly said "Kristin is an absolutely amazing individual both on and off screen. We're great friends. Everyone has a crush on her."
Pamela Anderson's First Interview About Ex-Husbands MTV Brawl
September 13, 2007 10:09:46
Much apart from media speculation, Pamela Anderson is washing her hands clean of the brawl that occurred between her ex-husbands Tommy Lee and Kid Rock at the Sunday MTV Video Music Awards.
"I'm staying out of it," so the busty blonde told the "Ellen DeGeneres Show" during an interview on Wednesday September 12th. Claimed she didn't witness the fight, she went on saying "I actually left. As soon as I left, meow! They all went after each other."
Daniel Radcliffe's Special Tongue Talents Is a Must See
September 11, 2007 10:09:27
Daniel Radcliffe showed off his other talent besides that of acting. The "Harry Potter" star showed off his special tongue talents during an appearance on "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" Monday September 10th.
It's quite surprising and amusing to know that the young movie star has a quite supple tongue that he could show the audience at least four different face expressions. See the pictures of Radcliffe performed his special tongue talents below.
Alec Baldwin and Tina Fey Among Celebrity Presenters for This Year Emmy
August 31, 2007 11:08:19
The 59th Primetime Emmy Awards keeps adding more and more star-studded presenters into its list. Alec Baldwin, Tina Fey, and Stephen Colbert are among the additional presenters announced by Fox Thursday August 30th.
The threesome will join previously announced presenters, including Jon Stewart, Jeremy Piven, Kelsey Grammer, Kiefer Sutherland and Katherine Heigl. Other newly announced presenters include Marcia Cross, Ellen DeGeneres, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, and Kyra Sedgwick.
TBS to Air "Ellen DeGeneres' Really Big Show" in November
August 16, 2007 02:08:03
Ellen DeGeneres gets back to her root, comedy. The Emmy-winning talk show host and comedian is expected to draw most laughs with her being booked as the host of the highly anticipated "Ellen's Really Big Show" November later this year.
The two-hour variety special, which is going to feature performances from the worlds of comedy and music, will be shot as part of HBO and AEG's Live's third annual The Comedy Festival (TCF), which will take place at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas from November 14th-17th with performers such Jerry Seinfeld and Chris Rock already announced.
Early Winners at the 34th Annual Daytime Emmy
June 16, 2007 11:06:29
Numbers of TV personalities celebrated the 34th annual Daytime Emmy Awards, held Friday night June 15th. Among the many award winners, there's the regular triumphant Ellen DeGeneres who won her third consecutive Daytime Emmy for Outstanding Talk Show Host.
Veteran game show host Bob Barker won his 19th Emmy, saying "I want to thank the television viewers across the country for inviting me into their homes for 50 years. And remember, help control the pet population. Have your pet spayed or neutered." The 83-year-old emcee of "The Price Is Right" retired last week after 35 years on the show and 50 years in television.
Lindsay Lohan Plans to Celebrate Her 21st Birthday Partying in Vegas
May 03, 2007 09:05:56
She doesn't always do something in biggest way possible, but when it comes to party Lindsay Lohan undoubtedly wants the biggest one. The young celebrity is planning a very BIG 21st birthday party.
Turning 21st on July 2nd, Lindsay "going to milk it because it's a big birthday," so she said on Wednesday's "The Ellen DeGeneres Show." Becomes old enough to legally go to clubs, no wonder the actress plans to celebrate the big day partying in Sin City and having dinner in Malibu, Calif., with family and friends.
Ellen DeGeneres Doing This Week's Shows from a Hospital Bed
May 01, 2007 10:05:13
Ellen DeGeneres is one who is highly committed to her profession. She always does everything in the biggest way possible. The talk show host is going to do this week's show from hospital bed after reportedly hurt her back over the weekend.
A bed will be placed center stage on Ellen's set as she'll play host to Ryan Seacrest on Tuesday May 1st and Lindsay Lohan the next day May 2nd.
American Idol Absorbed Votes, Kept the Contestants
April 26, 2007 10:04:48
After the competition yesterday, Idol "Gives Back" its 6 contestants for next week round. Nobody was going home during the charity week. Seemingly announcing the result Ryan Seacrest who was accompanied by Kelly Clarkson and Celine Dion said, "All your favorites are still in the competition. How could we let anyone go on a charity night?"
This week, the Fox production switched its regular contest program to a fundraising night whereby huge stars were hand in hand to help raise the number of votes. For each vote coming in last night, a dollar will go to poor and starving children in States and Africa.
Ellen DeGeneres Joins "Idol Gives Back" as the Host
April 24, 2007 04:04:17
Joining the lots to add the limelight of "Idol Gives Back" is Ellen DeGeneres. The stand up comedian has the honor to host the charity event which is to be aired April 24-25 on fox from 8-10 p.m.
In the two hours special, Ellen will appear from Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles while some of his fellow entertainers will appear from the "Idol" stage. Huge names will grace both stages for one solid purpose, to raise money for poor children in US and Africa.
American Greetings Corp. to Develop Humorous Line of Greeting Cards with Ellen DeGeneres
March 21, 2007 12:03:29
American Greetings Corporation has signed a licensing agreement with Ellen DeGeneres to develop a line of greeting cards that will feature illustrations of the comedian along with her quirky observations.
Entitled the "ellen collection", the set will include 32 specially designed cards featuring illustrations of the talk-show host cracking wise about birthdays, anniversaries and holidays; offering words of friendship and encouragement and many others, all of which has made her project "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" such a hit.
"The Ellen DeGeneres Show" Leads Daytime Emmy Nominations with 12
March 16, 2007 03:03:18
She's been tapped to host the prestigious Academy Awards. Then is said to get hitched with partner. Now with 12 nominations of Daytime Emmy, Ellen DeGeneres' year is just perfect.
"The Ellen DeGeneres Show" takes a leading 12 Daytime Emmy nominations, including one for Best Talk Show and one for Best Talk Show Host, an award Ellen has won three years in a row.
Are Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi to Get Married in June?
March 15, 2007 12:03:47
We'll probably hear the wedding bell rings soon in the near future as Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi are reportedly getting married this summer.
"Portia demanded that Ellen marry her. After lots of talk and plenty of hints, Portia finally confronted Ellen right after the Oscars about making a commitment," the National Enquirer quoted a source as saying.
"Queen Latifah Totally Wants Like 18 Babies"
February 14, 2007 01:02:54
The Queen is keen to adopt. Queen Latifah is the latest celebrity who is planning to adopt.
In an interview with Ellen DeGeneres Monday Feb 12th, the actress-singer said she would love to have about 18 babies. Biological or adopt? Being asked so, the star told DeGeneres "I want to have and adopt. I always have, ever since I was 18 I wanted a baby and I wanted to have and adopt because there are a lot of kids."
The Hollaback Girl Is Ready to Have Another Baby
February 10, 2007 10:02:49
Gwen Stefani has no doubt at all about having another baby.
The singer told Ellen DeGeneres in an episode of DeGeneres's talk show airing Friday Feb 9th, she's ready to have another baby, saying "It's in the itinerary. I'm ready to go."
Ellen Degeneres or Portia De Rossi? Which One of Them Will Carry A Baby?
February 08, 2007 10:02:30
Ellen DeGeneres or Portia De Rossi? Can you please help them decide which one of them should carry a baby as the same-sex couple is planning to start a family?
The talk show host revealed during a recent interview with fashion magazine W that she and Portia are planning on starting a family, but have yet come to the decision on which one of them will carry the baby.
Ellen DeGeneres Just Wouldn't Feel Comfortable in A Dress
February 08, 2007 08:02:02
Don't you dare to misinterpret her. Ellen DeGeneres, who is famous for always wearing trousers/pants, reveals she does like fashion. In an interview with fashion magazine W, the talk show host revealed that people usually think she hates fashion because she doesn't like wearing dresses.
"Whenever [girlfriend Portia De Rossi] and I are on the red carpet, they're yelling out for her to tell them what she's wearing. But nobody cares [about what I'm wearing] because I have a suit on, even if it's a Gucci suit," said DeGeneres to the magazine adding, "That to me is frustrating, because I put effort into getting ready too. But I guess it's not as important, and I'm not as dressed up somehow."
Christina Aguilera and Jordan Bratman, the Coziest Couple Ever
February 07, 2007 02:02:01
Maybe her fellow celebrities, be it actress or singer, should learn a lot from Christina Aguilera on how to keep their marriage exciting. The pop star has shared her personal recipe to keep her marriage to music exec husband Jordan Bratman alive.
In an interview with Ellen DeGeneres on her talk show, set to air Wednesday Feb 7th, Aguilera said she and Bratman claim themselves "to be coziest couple ever." "We have something called naked Sundays," the singer added.
The Wedding Bell Rings for Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi
October 13, 2006 09:10:53
They're not the first same sex couple to walk down the aisle. Though so, their wedding will surely be one of that making the headlines. Ellen DeGeneres and partner Portia de Rossi are currently planning a summer wedding.
DeGeneres and Rossi have been together for nearly two years and now they're ready to tie the knot, which reportedly will take place in June next year in their new home in Montecito, a Spanish-style villa. Per The Enquirer, "They're going to have a late afternoon outdoor wedding, possibly catered by Portia's favorite hotel, the San Ysidro Ranch."
Ellen DeGeneres Saves Wildlife
October 11, 2006 11:10:19
"I just think (seals) are adorable," she said. "I've always loved animals and I want to do anything I can to help."
And bring her love for the seals to life, Emmy Award-winning host Ellen DeGeneres is lending her famous name to Dawn Saves Wildlife, a Web-based program to educate visitors about how they can help save the environment and protect aquatic animals from pollution.
Ellen DeGeneres Tapped to Host Next Year's Oscars
September 08, 2006 09:09:52
The 79th Annual Academy Awards is about to come and the Academy of Motions Pictures Arts and Sciences officially announced Thursday September 7th the recruitment of Ellen DeGeneres as the event's host.
Thus, the duty will become the popular daytime talk show host's first time ever to hosting the Oscars show and first appearance on the award show.
Married to Britney Spears "Was Tough," Said Kevin Federline
September 07, 2006 02:09:32
Being famous has its ups and downs. And the downs part hit Kevin Federline.
The husband of pop superstar Britney Spears admitted in an interview with talkshow host Ellen DeGeneres, aired on Wednesday, it is difficult for him being compared to his superstar wife.
Beyonce Knowles Does Hope to be Married, One Day
September 05, 2006 09:09:13
While report on her wedding talk with boyfriend Jay-Z makes the gossip pages everyday, Beyonce Knowles makes it clear to everyone of us that she won't get married in the near future.
The pop singer has, during an interview with Ellen DeGeneres, claimed all the wedding reports as "big fat rumors", while revealed further "One day I hope to be married with children."
Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi Experienced Car Crash
September 04, 2006 02:09:33
A car incident hit talk-show queen Ellen DeGeneres and her actress girlfriend Portia de Rossi on Friday, September 1, but fortunately the twosome only experienced minor injuries.
Taking place on Sunset Boulevard just before 4 pm, the car DeGeneres and Rossi rode on, a 2006 Porsche Carrera, experienced a collision when it stopped at a light in front of a Buick carrying paparazzi in pursuit of a shot. During the time, another Porsche suddenly ran fast behind them then slammed into the back of the Buick, creating a domino effect which thus hit DeGeneres' vehicle.
Justin Timberlake Brings His "Sexyback" to "The Ellen DeGeneres" Show
August 16, 2006 09:08:23
Justin Timberlake wants to do it in the biggest way possible for his upcoming solo album "FutureSex/LoveSounds". The pop singer will in the near future bring the album's promotion to "The Ellen DeGeneres" show, which will tape August 28 and air September 4.
During the episode, Justin will perform the set's hit single "Sexyback," at East Meadow in New York's Central Park with AOL serves as sponsor of the special show.
Time Mag's 100 Most Influential People of 2006
May 10, 2006 10:05:27
Time magazine has held the Time 100 Dinner in honor of Time Magazine's 100 Most Influential People on Monday, May 8 in New York. The bash was attended by the likes of Jennifer Lopez, Dr. Condoleezza Rice and Isabella Rossellini.
As of this year, the honorees ranged from artists and entertainers to scientists and world leaders. Some notable names included in Time magazine's list of 100 Most Influential People are Ellen DeGeneres, comedienne and TV hostess; Jim Yong Kim, Chief of both the Department of Social Medicine at Harvard Medical School and the Division of Social Medicine at Boston's Brigham and Women's Hospital; and Dubai's ruler-at-large, Sheik Mohammed bin Rashid al-Maktoum.
A Rundown of the 2006 Daytime Emmys Big Winners
May 01, 2006 09:05:22
The 33rd Daytime Emmy Awards held Friday night April 28th, 2006 in Hollywood was dominated by Ellen DeGeneres who at the event won Best Talk Show Host for the second time and earned Talk Show honors for the third consecutive year.
"This means a lot to me...Thank you for never looking me directly in the eye," DeGeneres said during her acceptance speech as she thanked her crew and staff for their support that she could finally win.
The 33rd Annual Daytime Emmys Leading Nominees
February 10, 2006 11:02:13While the 33rd Annual Daytime Emmys is coming, the list of the nominees has been released. Among the leading nominees, there stands "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" which ups for 11 nods all at once.
It among others compete for the categories of Outstanding Talk Show, Talk Show Host for DeGeneres, and Writing while at the same time also scores of Outstanding Achievement in Costume Design/Styling, and Outstanding Directing In A Talk Show.
Basic Auction Skill Sharon Possesses
October 24, 2005 10:10:01She really was born with the basic instinct of an auctioneer with her. As a clear evidence Sharon Stone has becoming one amongst the celebrities whose main concern in their spare time is to raise money for charity.
The star was on Ellen DeGeneres's show on TV Friday when DeGeneres asked her about a recent charity auction she hosted, where she offered the men in the audience the chance to fasten her dress when a clasp came loose - for a fee - when she sparked an impromptu bidding frenzy. When being asked so, the actress replied: "I can do it right now... You want to see?"
DeGeneres: "Any Excuse to Put on a Dress"
August 13, 2005 09:08:51Doing well as the host of the last Emmy Awards that followed the September 11 terrorist attacks, Ellen DeGeneres has been chosen to host the 57th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards, to be held September 18 at the Shrine Auditorium. Speaking about her choosing, Dick Askin, chairman of the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences said "Ellen has demonstrated her extraordinary ability to connect with the television viewing audience. ... We are delighted to have her back."
The show that will air on CBS has so far named the like of Halle Berry, Jon Cryer, Mariska Hargitay, Charlie Sheen, Jon Stewart and Kiefer Sutherland, as its presenters.
The Feeling Lucky DeGeneres
May 25, 2005 11:05:53Broken heart is painful. That's how talk show host Ellen DeGeneres may feel when she, for several times, has to get involved in unsuccessful romances with such partners as Alexandra Hedison and Anne Heche.
Yet, time has approvingly be the most effective healer. Now that she's linked to Portia De Rossi, DeGeneres openly reveals that she's the one and surely convinces they will both live together for the rest of their lives. "I just feel so lucky with everything in my life right now," she said.
DeGeneres' Talk Show Won Its 2nd Daytime Emmy
May 21, 2005 10:05:11
Talk show host Ellen DeGeneres may feel proud as her easygoing project won Daytime Emmy award on Friday, marking its second straight. Merv Griffin has, at that time, received lifetime achievement award, while his 1960s creation "Jeopardy!," with a boost from Ken Jennings' 74-game winning streak, was honored as best game show for the tenth time.
Held at Radio City Music Hall and televised on CBS, the Daytime Emmys also among others honored Stockard Channing. Natalia Livingston of "General Hospital" and Greg Rikaart of "The Young and the Restless", in addition, won their first Emmys for supporting actors in a soap opera. Won Emmys for young actors were David Yago of "The Young and the Restless" and Eden Riegel of "All My Children."
Ellen: "He Made Me Let Him Feel My Breasts"
May 19, 2005 11:05:59After the many sexual abuse happened to people in common and celebrities, now Ellen DeGeneres will add the list of the victims. The Us TV chat show host is set to reveal the sexual molestation, her late stepfather did to her when she was a child, in a new magazine interview.
Briefly, DeGeneres tells the new issue of Allure magazine she was a victim of her stepdad's lust in 1975, while her mother Betty was in hospital being treated for breast cancer. Further the beauty explains that his stepdad insisted on checking her for breast cancer lumps. "He made me let him feel my breasts. He made me lie down because he said he felt hers (mother's) when she was lying down," she said.
''Tara's Search for Love''
February 02, 2005 10:02:40Getting tired with her failed romances, Tara Reid then asks Ellen DeGeneres' to find the right man for her with whom she promises to get married in the comedienne chat show if only she could find one for her.
Seriously respond to Reid's promise, DeGeneres is now planning to launch 'Tara's Search for Love' which more or less will be in form of a campaign to find the perfect spouse for Reid. Admits that she's eager to settle down, Reid shares her personal "taste" of a nice, funny, good sense of humor and cute guy, for all of which she would, in short, find a good guy who may include the ones with low incomes whom she wont intimidate at all.
DeGeneres Gets Wedding Ring from de Rossi
January 29, 2005 11:01:16Portia de Rossi has shown willingness to propose her commedian lover, Ellen DeGeneres, by performing a Tiffany wedding band and giving her a wedding ring on her 47th Birthday last January 26, 2005.
Though have signified each other commitment, both of them, however, won't held any ceremony to celebrate their "engagement" due to the reason that gay marriage has not been legalized in California and that they're longing for an official recognition.












