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The Ellen DeGeneres Show
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First Lady Michelle Obama and Ellen DeGeneres dance together on the set of The Ellen DeGeneres Show, with two orange chairs and a palm tree backdrop behind them.
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The Ellen DeGeneres Show

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First Lady Michelle Obama and Ellen DeGeneres dance together on the set of The Ellen DeGeneres Show, with two orange chairs and a palm tree backdrop behind them.
The Ellen DeGeneres Show Ellen DeGeneres (right) dancing with first lady Michelle Obama on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, 2012.

The Ellen DeGeneres Show was an American syndicated talk show hosted by comedian Ellen DeGeneres. The show aired from 2003 to 2022 and was known for its blend of comedy, celebrity interviews, and human-interest stories. DeGeneres, recognized for her observational humor, began her career in stand-up comedy before transitioning to television acting and eventually hosting her own talk show. The program garnered numerous awards, including over 20 Daytime Emmy Awards in its first five seasons. DeGeneres also lent her voice to animated films like Finding Nemo and Finding Dory.12

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