“I would love to have the same rights as everybody else. I would love, I don't care if it's called marriage. I don't care if it's called, you know, domestic partnership. I don't care what it's called.”

American comedian and television host, Ellen DeGeneres is best known for her groundbreaking sitcom *Ellen* and her long-running talk show *The Ellen DeGeneres Show*, where she blended humor, social commentary, and advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights. Her career spans decades, marked by both mainstream success and cultural impact as a champion of inclusivity and kindness.