ellen degeneres is an american stand-up comedian, television host and actress. she hosts the syndicated talk show the ellen degeneres show, and was also a judge on american idol for one year, having joined the show in its ninth season.

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　　ellen is of french, english, german and irish descent. after one semester in communication studies, she left school to do clerical work in a law firm. she also held a job selling clothes at the chain store the merry-go-round at the lakeside shopping center. other working experiences included being a waitress at restaurants, a house painter, a hostess, and a bartender. she relates much of her childhood and career experiences in her work.

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