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Ellen DeGeneres is a famous Emmy-winning American comedian, actress, TV host, writer and producer.
Ellen DeGeneres is an American television show host, comedian, actress, writer, and producer. She is best known for hosting her popular daytime talk show, The Ellen DeGeneres Show, which has won over 60 Daytime Emmy Awards since its 2003 debut. Ellen has been honored with a prestigious Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, among numerous other awards and accolades.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1958</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Ellen DeGeneres is Born</div><div class='timeline-text'>On January 26, 1958, Ellen Lee DeGeneres was born in Metairie, Louisiana.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1977</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Comedy Club Performance</div><div class='timeline-text'>Ellen makes her stand up comedy debut at the Comedy Store in Los Angeles.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1986</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First TV Appearance</div><div class='timeline-text'>Makes her first television appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1994</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>The Ellen Show Debuts</div><div class='timeline-text'>Debuts her own show, The Ellen Show, on ABC.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1997</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Coming Out Episode</div><div class='timeline-text'>Ellen publicly announces her homosexuality on her show with the episode "The Puppy Episode".</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2003</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>The Ellen DeGeneres Show Debuts</div><div class='timeline-text'>Debuts a new show, The Ellen DeGeneres Show, on NBC.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2007</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Receives Mark Twain Prize for American Humor</div><div class='timeline-text'>Becomes the fourth woman to receive the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>First Female Stand-Up Comedian to Host the Academy Awards</h3><p class='facts-text'>Ellen DeGeneres was the first female stand-up comedian to host the Academy Awards.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Won a Primetime Emmy Award</h3><p class='facts-text'>In 2001, Ellen DeGeneres won a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series for her role in The Ellen Show.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Was a Judge on American Idol</h3><p class='facts-text'>In 2010, Ellen DeGeneres was a judge on the hit TV singing competition show, American Idol.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Was Named Humanitarian of the Year by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association in</h3><p class='facts-text'>In 2012, Ellen DeGeneres was named Humanitarian of the Year by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association for her work in animal welfare and human rights.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Received an Honorary Degree from Tulane University</h3><p class='facts-text'>In 2009, Ellen DeGeneres received an honorary degree from Tulane University for her contribution to the entertainment industry.</p></div></div>
Ellen DeGeneres, an American television host, comedian, and actress, was born on January 26, 1958 and is currently 65 years old. She is best known for her popular daytime TV talk show, 'The Ellen DeGeneres Show', which has been airing since 2003. The show features celebrity interviews and comedy segments, making her a popular household name.
Ellen DeGeneres has an estimated net worth of $500M. She has earned her wealth through her highly successful career as a television host, comedian, actress, writer, and producer. Her most successful ventures include her long-running talk show, The Ellen DeGeneres Show, and various stand-up specials and movies. She also earns from her tour performances, various brand endorsements, and other businesses.
