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“I admire people who know they can't sing. There are so many people out there who can't sing, but they think they can, so they sing a lot.”

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Ellen DeGeneres

Ellen DeGeneres is an American comedian, television host, and producer, best known for her talk show 'The Ellen DeGeneres Show,' which has been on the air since 2003. She is recognized for her humor, kindness, and for being the first openly lesbian host of a major U.S. talk show. more

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