Ellen DeGeneres
Talk Show Host and Comedian
Began a career in stand-up comedy in the 1980s and transitioned to television, creating and starring in the sitcom "Ellen" which aired from 1994 to 1998. The sitcom's groundbreaking coming out episode was pivotal in LGBTQ representation on television. Established a successful daytime talk show, "The Ellen DeGeneres Show," which premiered in 2003 and ran for 19 seasons, winning numerous awards including multiple Daytime Emmy Awards. Also authored books and produced various projects through Ellen Digital Ventures.
Created and starred in the sitcom 'Ellen'
Hosted 'The Ellen DeGeneres Show' for 19 seasons
Won multiple Daytime Emmy Awards
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