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Ellen DeGeneres A Biography
Lisa Iannucci
ISBN: 0-313-35370-0
ISBN-13: 978-0-313-35370-3
128 pages
Greenwood Press
Publication: 11/30/2008
List Price: $35.00 (UK Sterling Price: £24.95)
Availability: In Stock
Media Type: Hardcover
Also Available: Ebook
Trim Size: 6 1/8 x 9 1/4
Subjects:
Series Title: Greenwood Biographies
Reviews:
  • "Ellen DeGeneres: A Biography... is an informed and informative introduction to the life and accomplishments of Ellen DeGeneres who is one of America's best known (and liked) female comedians. ...Ellen DeGeneres: A Biography is enhanced with a list of her awards and a bibliography for further study, making it an ideal addition to community library Biography collections and a 'must read' for her legions of enthusiastic fans."
    —The Midwest Book Review     2/1/2009
Description: In 1997 Ellen DeGeneres made television history when she came out to the American public on her nationally syndicated sitcom. In spite of the controversy stirred by this personal revelation, Ellen DeGeneres has gone on to become on one the most popular personalities in Hollywood. With her own highly rated daily talk show, a lucrative ad campaign with American Express, and a successful turn as Oscar host to her credit, she has become one of America's leading female comedians and won her has place a household name. High profile romances with actresses Anne Heche and fiance Portia de Rossi, have also made a her an unassuming champion for gay and lesbian rights. Ellen Degeneres' monumental success, however, belies a painful childhood and uncertain career beginnings. This comprehensive and intriguing biography explores the life events that shaped the hilarious public figure we know today.

Complete with a chronology of significant events, illustrations, and a bibliography of print and electronic resources, this detailed biography is ideal for general readers looking to learn more about their favorite star or for those seeking information on groundbreaking members of the gay and lesbian community.
Table of Contents:
  • Series Foreword
    Foreword
    Timeline: Events in the Life of Ellen DeGeneres
    Chapter 1 The Birth of a Star
    Chapter 2 Striking Out on Her Own
    Chapter 3 A Funny Thing Happened
    Chapter 4 The Puppy Episode
    Chapter 5 Yup, Im Gay.
    Chapter 6 The Aftermath
    Chapter 7 Bouncing Back
    Chapter 8 Just Keep Dancing
    Appendix A
    Awards
    Bibliography
About the Author: Lisa Iannucci is an independent scholar.
PDF Catalogs:
Greenwood School and Public Library Reference Spring 2008.pdf
Greenwood School and Public Library Reference 2009.pdf
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