* Television sitcoms: DeGeneres starred in her own sitcom, "Ellen," from 1994 to 1998. The show was groundbreaking for its portrayal of a lesbian character, and DeGeneres publicly came out as gay during its fourth season.
* Talk show: In 2003, DeGeneres launched "The Ellen DeGeneres Show," a daytime talk show that has become one of the most popular and successful programs in television history. The show has won numerous awards, including Daytime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Talk Show and Outstanding Talk Show Host.
* Acting: In addition to her work in comedy and talk shows, DeGeneres has also appeared in a number of films, including "Mr. Wrong," "Ed," and "Finding Nemo." She voiced the character of Dory in the latter film, and reprised the role in the 2016 sequel, "Finding Dory."
* Philanthropy: DeGeneres is also known for her philanthropic work. She has donated millions of dollars to various charities, including the Los Angeles LGBT Center and the Human Rights Campaign. She also founded The Ellen DeGeneres Wildlife Fund, which supports wildlife conservation efforts.