Quick Info
| Profession | Comedian, TV Host, Actress, Writer, Producer |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 26/01/1958 |
| Age | 68 years |
| Birthplace | Metairie, Louisiana, U.S. |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius |
Latest News about Ellen Degeneres
26/01/2026
Ellen DeGeneres celebrated her 68th birthday in Montecito, California, alongside Portia de Rossi, and photos from the day appeared to show the couple at a property they bought in late 2025. The attention around the birthday fueled renewed speculation that they were spending more time in the United States after their move to the United Kingdom.
30/11/2025
Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi bought a $27.4 million estate in Montecito, California, in an off-market deal that closed in late November 2025. The property includes multiple bedrooms, several baths, and guest cottages, and the purchase followed their relocation to England the year before.
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Bio/Wiki
| Real Name | Ellen Lee DeGeneres |
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| Nickname | Bell Head |
| Zodiac sign/Sun sign | Aquarius |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Hobbies | Collecting antique mirrors, playing Tennis, watching 'Animal Planet' |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5’ 5” |
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| Weight | 64 kg |
| Eye Color | Blue |
| Hair Color | Blonde |
| Figure Measurements | 33-27-34 |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Grace King High School, Metairie, Louisiana; Atlanta High School, Atlanta, Georgia |
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| College | University of New Orleans, New Orleans, Louisiana |
| Educational Qualifications | Pursued Major in Communication Studies (Dropout) |
Personal Life
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Sexual orientation | Homosexual (Lesbian) |
Relationships & More
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| Spouse | Portia de Rossi (Actress/Model) |
| Marriage Date | 16/08/2008 |
Family
| Father | Elliott Everett De |
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| Mother | Elizabeth Jane Pfeffer AKA Betty De |
| Brother | Vance DeGeneres (Musician & Producer) |
Career
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Favourites
| Favourite Food | Spicy pasta arrabbiata |
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| Favourite TV Series | Orange is the new black |
| Favorite Watch | Rolex Daytona |
Style Quotient
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| Net Worth (approx.) | $345 million |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Ellen DeGeneres had various jobs before entering the entertainment industry. | |
| 2. She began her stand-up comedy career in 1981 and won Showtime’s 'Funniest Person in America' in 1982. | |
| 3. Ellen's heritage includes French, Irish, English, and German ancestry. | |
| 4. In 1997, she publicly revealed that she is a lesbian. | |
| 5. Ellen voiced the character Dory in the animated film Finding Nemo. | |
| 6. She initiated a relief fund for Hurricane Katrina that raised $7 million. | |
| 7. In 2010, Ellen launched her record label called eleveneleven. | |
| 8. Ellen was honored with the Medal of Freedom by President Barack Obama. | |
| 9. She was appointed as a Special Envoy for Global AIDS Awareness by Hillary Clinton. | |
| 10. Ellen was awarded the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor in 2012. | |
| 11. Her selfie with celebrities at the Oscars in 2014 became a viral sensation on Twitter. | |
| 12. Ellen DeGeneres ended her long-running talk show 'The Ellen DeGeneres Show' in May 2022 after 19 seasons. | |
| 13. She and Portia de Rossi moved to the United Kingdom in 2024, purchasing properties in the Cotswolds. |
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