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Hachette Book Group USA
Grand Central Publishing
1290 Avenue of the Americas
New York, NY 10104
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Hachette Book Group USA
Grand Central Publishing
1290 Avenue of the Americas
New York, NY 10104
USA
Phone: (212) 522-7200
Fax: (212) 364-0926
Ellen DeGeneres is a prominent American comedian, actress, producer, and television host known for her groundbreaking contributions to entertainment, as well as her advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights. Born on January 26, 1958, in Metairie, Louisiana, Ellen grew up in a supportive family environment that valued humor and creativity. Her mother, Elizabeth, was a speech therapist, and her father, Elliott, was an insurance agent. Ellen has one older brother, Vance, who later became a prominent figure in her life and career.
DeGeneres attended high school at Grace King High School, where she first discovered her passion for comedy and performing. After graduating, she enrolled at the University of New Orleans, where she initially studied communication. However, Ellen left college to pursue a career in stand-up comedy, performing at local clubs and honing her craft.
Her early career included a mix of stand-up comedy gigs and minor acting roles, leading to her first significant television appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson in 1986, where she became the first female comedian to be invited to sit on the couch after her set—a notable milestone that helped to establish her presence in the industry.
Ellen DeGeneres gained widespread recognition in the 1990s with her sitcom, Ellen, which premiered in 1994. The show initially focused on the life of a single woman navigating her career and friendships but became a cultural landmark when Ellen’s character came out as gay in the famous “The Puppy Episode” in 1997. This groundbreaking moment in television not only challenged societal norms but also made DeGeneres a prominent advocate for LGBTQ+ rights.
