September 12, 2006

Ellen 'Honored' To Host Academy Awards

Posted by ExtraTV Staff on September 12, 2006 3:03 PM


Daytime’s dancing queen just landed the hottest gig in Hollywood, and "Extra’s" Jon Kelley stopped by the set of Ellen’s daytime talk fest to chat about her date with Oscar next February.

"It's something I always wanted to do, and I’m honored they asked me to do it," Ellen said. "To feel like someone's putting that kind of show in your hands and trusting you and saying, 'We think you're able to do this,’ you can't get a bigger compliment than that."

And the compliments keep on coming.

"Today, I got flowers from Steven Spielberg saying what a smart choice that was and congratulations to the academy," Ellen revealed.

DeGeneres is no stranger to hosting awards shows. "The Emmys were definitely hard," she revealed. "But the Grammys were just fun because it's music. I want the show to be really, really funny, but I want to celebrate it. I don’t want to be cynical about it."

Meanwhile, Ellen is still recuperating after being hit in a three-car wreck in Hollywood last week. "Right this minute, I’m fine," Ellen said. "But this show I did today, I really could not move my neck."

Police say a woman, suspected of drinking and driving, slammed into the back of a car, which then hit Ellen’s Porsche.

"Let me just say, 'Do your drinking at home,’" Ellen said. "That's a very important message. I'm not kidding around."


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On 1 Feb 2008, Tammy wrote:

ELLEN, WILL YOU MARRY ME? :) YOU ARE SO DAMN FUNNY. WE SHOULD HANG OUT. I’D TOTALLY LOVE TO HAVE A FEW DRINKS WITH YA AND PEE MY PANTS LAUGHING AT YOUR JOKES. I’LL AWAIT YOUR EMAIL…LOL

XOXOXOXOXO
 
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On 11 Oct 2007, JerryMark Brinkman wrote:

I, as well as millions of other Americans who find having to watch individuals of discusting sexual persuasion on the boob tube revolting; will no doubt turn away from the Academy Awards Program after the announcement of E. D. as host. And yes, I do just turn it off! But, why should I have to after watching since the first programs started in the 50’s; because the Political Left have shoved so called “PC” down the throats of all GOD fearing, and liking it, Americans to the point we have no voice in what trash and vulgarity are presented in the name of entertainment. Thank GOD there are still programs left to watch!

 
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On 18 Aug 2007, elize wrote:

Ellen is wonderful, sophisticated, funny, beautiful and has a lot of class. Yes, I’m straight. She is someone I respect because she is sure of who she is doesn’t have to shove it in people’s faces her actions speak louder than words. Not like Rosie O’ whose comes across with a chip on her shoulder and I use to like Rosie. Thank you Ellen for being the beautiful person that you are and so sophisticated. My best wishes to you and your family always :)
 
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On 3 Aug 2007, Deniza Fagundes wrote:

Hello! I hope your back is getting better. MIne is getting worse. I”m 21, turing 22 this August 13th.I”m 6 months pregnant, I”m due Nov 10th. I watch your show all the time. I even put my alarm on so that s I wake on time to watch your show, it gives here at 10am. I would have to say that my baby kicks the most when I watch your show. Its a dancer for sure. I watch your mothers Day show today and wow all those you gave out I wish i could go on your show, but to far away. I have a job, I”m a Personal Caregiver, I take care of a gentleman in his home and also a babysitter for 2 kids. I love what I do. Well take care of yourself.Maybe I’ll just name my girl ellen, I hope its a girl for were keeping it a surprise.
 
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On 30 Jul 2007, DIann wrote:

Dear Ellen ;
My husband is a drinker and I am so worried . he drinkes an drives. Home I sit here and worry I have tryed to talk to hem . I don’t know where to turn .
Iam so unhappy I wonder why I don’t drink or eat . But I keep my self together and try not to fall apart.
So hope your felling better .

 
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On 29 Jul 2007, Ats wrote:

Ellen

Sorry, beauty. I know how painful. I pray for your good Health.
For you…and your prompt recuperation…bad pet, bad pet “pet you guilty” now Ellen your pet didn’t force you to have shot of penicillin (Important). Remember I, mentioned about massage or tore muscle?
I did not know the causes of your accident. Forget not, I feel for you. No matter what, continue next to you, supporting you always, being your secret friend.

Ats

 
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On 11 Jun 2007, Carolina Lee David wrote:

Dear Ellen, Hi, I often wanted to meet you. You have a really friendly,caring personality.God bless you for that. I wanted to send this email to encourage you in your journey of faith,too search for Our Loving Heavenly Father,even more. God loves us all so much, that Our Lord was willing to stretch out His arms between Heaven and earth and give His precious life for us.The price is paid.We have forgiveness of sins,if we confess them to God,He is faithful and will forgive us of all sins.I would like to encourage you to have a personal relationship with Jesus,Our Savior.I lovingly encourage you to pray and study His Holy Word, the Bible.If you would like to email me, I would so much love to talk to you and share a spiritual friendship.I always wanted to meet you.Much love in Christ, your sister, Carolina
 
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On 1 Jun 2007, çiğdem wrote:

hı,ellen

my name is çiğdem ı am from türkiye ı am goıng to see you but it is ımpasabble because türkiye is so farfrom there.I hope you will meet türkiye because everybody is hospitality.
 
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On 11 May 2007, Ethel Minor wrote:

dear ellen i love your show I AM A MOTHER OF 5 CHILDEN I live in st.paul mn. and i was wonder if you could help me and my faimly i would love to come to your show to talk to you about me and all the things i do to help others people i have been a mother for 20 years and i would just like to talk to someone about my life please please help me and my family and by the way ellen i am homeless with 5 childern
i go to school full time and iwork full time i would love to be able to go home and dont have tobe worry about getting put out again thank you just for reading this could i please come to your show please call me at 651-222-3757 please write back
 
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On 8 May 2007, sharon collier wrote:

ellen,i really hope you are feeling better,you are just the best person on t.v.you are fun to watch and just really give me an hour a day that just makes me smile,i try to stop what ever i am doing to waych, i have been recording alot of them just have not gotten to see them all lately,so ellen thank you so much for being yourself and make sure you tell your momma ‘HOLLA’,LOVE YA LADY!!!!
 
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On 8 May 2007, sharon collier wrote:

ellen,i really hope you are feeling better,you are just the best person on t.v.you are fun to watch and just really give me an hour a day that just makes me smile,i try to stop what ever i am doing to waych, i have been recording alot of them just have not gotten to see them all lately,so ellen thank you so much for being yourself and make sure you tell your momma ‘HOLLA’,LOVE YA LADY!!!!
 
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On 8 May 2007, sharon collier wrote:

ellen,i really hope you are feeling better,you are just the best person on t.v.you are fun to watch and just really give me an hour a day that just makes me smile,i try to stop what ever i am doing to waych, i have been recording alot of them just have not gotten to see them all lately,so ellen thank you so much for being yourself and make sure you tell your momma ‘HOLLA’,LOVE YA LADY!!!!
 
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On 8 May 2007, sharon collier wrote:

ellen,i really hope you are feeling better,you are just the best person on t.v.you are fun to watch and just really give me an hour a day that just makes me smile,i try to stop what ever i am doing to waych, i have been recording alot of them just have not gotten to see them all lately,so ellen thank you so much for being yourself and make sure you tell your momma ‘HOLLA’,LOVE YA LADY!!!!
 
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On 8 May 2007, sharon collier wrote:

ellen,i really hope you are feeling better,you are just the best person on t.v.you are fun to watch and just really give me an hour a day that just makes me smile,i try to stop what ever i am doing to waych, i have been recording alot of them just have not gotten to see them all lately,so ellen thank you so much for being yourself and make sure you tell your momma ‘HOLLA’,LOVE YA LAGY!!!!
 
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On 7 May 2007, Elizabeth wrote:

Dear Ellen, I watch you all the time and this past week with you in bed acting like you weren’t in pain made me nervious. I could see your face sometimes and the pain was right there. Take care of yourself dear. Your poor Mom must have had a fit, my name is Bette too. I live in Ma. so I know I will never be able to go and see you in person so please stay on TV for a long time. I have RA and it doesn’t get better only worst. Laughting makes me feel better, TV is my friend because I can’t get out much anymore. I think you are so cute and funny, please stay that way.
My words come from my heart. Take care of yourself. Love you much. Bette AKA-Elizabeth May 7, 2007
 
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On 24 Apr 2007, Eileen Hummel wrote:

My grandson and I went to Florida for his Spring break. We went to Islands of Adventure at Universal Studios on March 31st. We spent 2 and 1/2 hours waiting in line to ride dueling dragons. The sign said the wait time was 70 minutes. When we finally got to the front of the line, they told us the blue coaster was shut down because you were taping that day. We spent $800.00 to get to Florida and another $404.00 for a flex ticket. After 8 and 1/2 hours at the park, we were able to ride 3 rides due to the taping. They also had part of Jurassic Park closed due to taping. Had we known this, we would not have gone that day. I don’t know why I’m writing this, other than to vent my frustration. Thanks for listening. Eileen Hummel
 
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On 21 Apr 2007, Jillian wrote:

Ellen is such an amazingly strong woman. Good for her for hanging in there and still going after what she wants in life. Congrats Ellen, you’re the best.
 
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On 19 Apr 2007, C.A.C wrote:

Ellen I just love you and hope you all the best with your show and what ever you have planned for you future. You have been one of my most respected people that I admire and feel close to.
 
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On 8 Apr 2007, Kari wrote:

Ellen, I am having trouble writing to you so I hope you respond here. I need your help!! It is related to my mom so please call me… 517-579-7221 Thank you and God Bless!!
 
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On 26 Mar 2007, Karen wrote:

Ellen,We all cannot say enough about what a wonderful job you did hosting the “Acaddemy Awards” if you were nervous you sure didn’t show it. You looked soo relaxed.We all applaud you Ellen.And your daytime show is the best. I can’t get enough of it, I don’t think anyone can. When the show starts and you come out smiling and then start dancing,that’s enough to cheer anyone up if you are down and if you aren’t, then you are on cloud 9.I love your show. “IT’S THE BEST”
“KEEP ON DANCING ELLEN AND SO WILL WE”
“THANKS FOR BRIGHTENING OUR DAYS”
 
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