When you think about Ellen DeGeneres, you probably see her dancing around and likely feel inspired to do a little shimmy yourself. The infectiously perky host has inspired countless individuals, both on- and off-air, even before beginning her talk show in 2003. Every single day, she shares her message of kindness, simply asking her fans to "be kind to one another." The funny lady also takes every opportunity to lend a hand to those in need.
If she's not chatting with one of her famous buddies or changing a fan's life with heartwarming surprises, you can probably find her gushing about her gorgeous wife, Portia de Rossi. The couple frequently discuss their marriage on the show, letting the world know exactly how much they care for and support one another at every turn. But before Ellen found her soul mate, back when she was still working the stand-up circuit, she was struck by a tragic loss of her former love.
Having never experienced a death so close to her before, she was understandably shaken when her girlfriend was taken by a horrific car accident. However, since the two were having a small tiff just before it happened, her sadness was soon overwhelmed by guilt. It's hard to imagine how she rose from so much heartbreak to become the happy, bubbly person we know today, but as she explains below, those bleak moments in life often allow you to shift your focus on the more important things.
Take a look to hear how Ellen was able to find hope despite so much gloom.
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