Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi's Love Story: “We’re So Lucky to Have Each Other” | People

In this exclusive Love Issue interview with Ellen DeGeneres & Portia de Rossi, the couple opens up about the early days of their relationship, the sweet story of a how a goldfish led to their engagement, and the joy of growing together during their 12-year marriage.
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Ellen Degeneres and Portia de Rossi's Love Story: “We’re So Lucky to Have Each Other” ​| People
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[@jiyabothra621]

Ellen : she is my first wife Portia : and only ..... 😭😭😭😭💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖 That was soooo cuteeee

[@user-ci2vq3os7b]

After 16 years of being together if they can still say "I love everything about her".... Man, they're something! God bless ✨✨

[@usmanhayat4262]

They are soul mate

[@Blue-ht2pz]

Exactly they are soulmate.. no matter what they will be together forever..very few people are this lucky..yes many times we stay together for the sake of society, children but without love..it's painful

[@KristenLALA88]

Adelaide

[@KristenLALA88]

Sorry about that I whote that accidentally

[@kanikamaheshwari9732]

Even if they wouldn't have spoek a word. The spark in their eyes, the puppy smile and the body language is enough for a person to conclude that if the love doesnt look like a fresh breeze of air after a decade then it's not love. Like this is the epitome of pureness, honesty and companionship ❤

[@skyblue8705]

It's rare for couples these days to make it so far in a relationship. These two are really fortunate to have found each other. It's heartwarming to see Ellen and Portia together.

[@KristenLALA88]

Exactly it's very rare

[@KristenLALA88]

I have a crush on Ellen serious

[@ralex3697]

@@KristenLALA88 So did Portia

[@user-nl2sd5sz2v]

hhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh

[@majesticgurl8606]

😪😪😪😪😪😪😴😴😌😌😌😌I BORING!!!

[@hariseldon2450]

Beautiful couple. Portia surprised Ellen by renewing their wedding vows on her 50th birthday. It's nice to see a real, loving couple who have been together for 19 years now. God bless you.

[@kellymhavelle]

it's the “i love her brain. i love the way she thinks“ for me 😭

[@jiyabothra621]

The way they were holding hands all the time the way they look at each other the way they admire and adore each other is just the most beautiful thing ❤️😭😭😭😭

[@samo5629]

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[@k.hhercules5931]

Disgusting

[@HiHi-sm5rr]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@hardworker9319]

This is the first time ever I see Ellen shy and blush when portia said all positive things about Ellen.. Their eyes showing LOVE,, OMG this is what we need on relationship

[@ellendegeneres4233]

On Behalf Of MyMembers & Staffs, I’m Pleased To Let You Know That You Have Just Been Luckily Picked & You Are Now Part Of Our Selected Winners Of The 19th Years Of Love And The Farewell Season Of The Final Shows. 🎊 CONGRATULATIONS 🎊 Ellen__DeGeneres

[@jc1126reign]

IM HAPPY TO PORTIA SHE FOUND HER LIFE WITH ELLEN💕😊 Its just like me on my partner we been 10 yrs as couple... 12yrs we planned to be one together... Total 22 yrs we are happy as partner in life.... Love wins in a colorful 🌈 world

[@shannycateringservices..]

I live in Kenya and whenever I have Bundles(For my internet),I always watch their videos. I love Ellen. She is so generous and looks ever so warm when she smiles. Bless her.

[@jacksonmutugi803]

me too i love them from kenya,,,,ellen nd portia love made me a lesbian and am proud of it

[@junecoulthard8942]

They are just a perfect couple and so cute together ❤

[@AnneNeubert]

I‘m together with my wife since 2002. I was 20 and she was 18. She was my first girlfriend. We get married 2018.

[@peterdunlop2092]

They are a very nice couple. Been together for almost 20 years now.

[@kuhelibiswas2367]

Stop I'm gonna cry now😭 the way their eyes lit up talking about the other and the way they're holding onto each other saying how special they are to each other 😭 my heart can't take it 😭

[@flyingsky7447]

I have the same feeling😊

[@moonhmy5517]

I love this interview so much that I have watched it more than 10 times and I still love watching it.

[@flyingsky7447]

It is absolutely❤

[@joeill620]

Damn they really love each other

[@waltissussybakka]

Say whatever you want about Ellen, but she is a good wife.

[@789nd9]

No matter what the gossip says, these two women were role-models for me when I was younger and the positive affect they had is something that'll never change:)

[@yourmidnights13]

Same here.. they prove that true love exists

[@portiaderossi4536]

@@yourmidnights13 For how long have you been a fan?

[@Neng1011]

Astaghfirullah100x... Don't say that that their a role model to you,.

[@carolynkesner8783]

@@portiaderossi4536 I have been a fan for some time now but have started watching Elllen and your video posts here a couple of months ago. Love you both! ❤️

[@portiaderossi4536]

@@carolynkesner8783 thanks so much where exactly are you chatting me from.

[@td1574]

2:04 portia describing how they met is honestly so precious ahhh they deserve all the love in the worldd

[@araairuka]

8:17 - 9:12 can't blv ellen, the most strong, kind, modest, free and funny person in the world, is being such awkward, such humble, such sweetheart by listening her own love side ❤️ such mirror of a genuine soul

[@m.e.5]

How beautiful are they?!

[@soulfularchit.4564]

They are true soul mates n very Lucky to have each other N Blessed

[@poyhs]

I love how positive and respectful they are for each other. They are my relationship ideal that is so hard to find.

[@princesslinet9730]

I love u ellen and i love your show i wish i can meet u and give u a hug

[@peachesandpoets]

"I just chose love over everything else" awwww

[@amanmahato3897]

Ellen's eyes are lovely like sapphires or specifically lapis lazuli

[@lalalila7797]

And I'm envy of their love 😩

[@user-uq7tf3ii9i]

No matter what the outside world says, no matter what the gossip says, Helen and Portia are my vane and the driving force and courage for me to move forward on this road! Along the way, you are not alone! They have each other in their eyes and love each other deeply! Love can explain everything, no matter what kind of love is love! True love knows no gender, true love is the greatest! There is a love called Helen and Portia! Their love is really touching!

[@storytime8805]

wow what a Cool Couple to have that kind of Love n Respect for each other now a days is very Rare

[@googleuser3443]

They are pretty together and peaceful

[@secrelyn]

Hoping we are that kind solid relationships like of ellen and portia ,,Blessed them both!!! and all the Lgbt🤗🤗🤩🤩🤩

[@yeye6935]

❤️❤️❤️🌈🌈🌈

[@malindawoodring881]

Thank you Portia for being true to yourself. This is a match made in heaven. I believe that God brought you both together in love and harmony. The relationship that you have with one another is beautiful. It was clearly meant to be.

[@td1574]

5:00 their engagement story is so precious wtff i- uwuwuu and the way she grabbed ellens arm too i- we must protect them at all costs

[@AutumnExplorer]

Damn, they looked good at the 2020 Golden Globe Awards and Portia's hair...Woah!

[@132ChrissyJo]

This is so romantic, so sweet, and so lovely to listen to Portia. I cried! I'm happy there is love like this in the world! I wish there was more love like this everywhere! 💞

[@lindaronstadt7426]

Thanks for your comment and for being a fan, God bless you.... I text you on here because you're a big fan and you seems to be a very nice person 😍...

[@ellendegeneres4233]

On Behalf Of MyMembers & Staffs, I’m Pleased To Let You Know That You Have Just Been Luckily Picked & You Are Now Part Of Our Selected Winners Of The 19th Years Of Love And The Farewell Season Of The Final Shows. 🎊 CONGRATULATIONS 🎊 Ellen__DeGeneres

[@rs216016]

So happy for the both of them. I loved a woman 30 years ago and was afraid of what my family would say and afraid of losing them. Now things are different and I wish with all of my heart that I stayed with this women. It's something I will regret all my life. So anyone out there don't be afraid go and do with what makes you happy and screw everyone else.

[@ashanidafra5053]

❤️👍

[@yeye6935]

Missed, is a regret in life, we really need to be brave!

[@flyingsky7447]

True Love is great❤

[@darcy3478]

Doris it is not too late maybe you could find the woman who you loved & try to reconnect, if that isn't possible I hope you can find or have found love with someone special to you. I hope you & your family are doing okay during the current times stay safe 💛

[@lavonnealexander6936]

Omg 😱 I am the opposite now. I was like that before but now idgaf 🤪 I want to be happy 😊. Life is miserable, when you don’t get what you want. Also, family can be worse people.

[@talehrlich655]

they are so sweet together

[@hacky1988]

Love this Kind Of relatiOnship 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🙏

[@pippa3150]

Go with love. Yes. These two are beautiful.

[@pamelapaxton815]

They are just so cute how wonderful is that love you have

[@orlachristine4938]

What a beautiful beautiful love story ... people can learn a lot from you ladies . So happy your love hit to be cherished in this lifetime ❤️❤️

[@Hummingbird25]

I love seeing that this type of joy and love exists in the world

[@tuyishimegentil6881]

Love is only thing still exist from world created to the end of it

[@yourmidnights13]

i dont really care what people say... this is so genuine. And I know that whatever people say, they’ll both be alright cause they have each other.

[@madigeorge8222]

I was thinking the exact same thing.

[@ivanka4812]

Do YOUR RESEARCH 👿

[@yourmidnights13]

@@ivanka4812 im assuming this is about the workplace thing. Yeah, you do your research. It wasnt her that was toxic, it was three of her top producers that were power tripping, being racist and sexist. She was kept out of the loop to focus on hosting and to see everything as positive as the show did hinge on that. But when she was made aware, she fired those producers, promoted tWitch to producer status, basically owned up to the mistake and did everything she could about it. It’s so manipulative how it’s the person’s “true colors” when they make mistakes (or in this case be judged by mistakes made by others). And how quick it is for everyone to forget all the love and joy she put out, the thousands, maybe millions of lives she’s changed and helped. I hope you don’t get judged by your mistakes. Bless you.

[@questionable8305]

@@yourmidnights13 Ellen forced maria Carey to drink acolohal while she was pregnant

[@ivanka4812]

@@yourmidnights13 You are Brainwashed

[@vecusulucumu1281]

I am from a society where this kind of relationship will never be accepted and never seen any till now in our society. But I really find their relationship really adorable and no man can give love to them like the way they love each other. God bless 😍😍😍😍. They are made for each other. 😍😍😍😍

[@Alexandra-rb7ju]

Seeing the love between these two has really helped me form a positive opinion on Ellen despite what the media has been saying about her lately. How could someone who experiences love this strongly for another human being be a bad person in any way, shape or form? I hope that things are getting better for Ellen overall! Every person out there reading this, just remember that you deserve a Soul Mate Love as well! Don't settle for a person who barely acknowledges your existence, which sadly is what most of the dating world has become in modern times. You are a prince/princess! Be with someone who recognizes that and treat them just the same! You are wonderful. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise.

[@acii5029]

No one can judge if she is a good person or not. But just because she is nice to her wife doesn't mean she isn't mean to other people. Celebrities are nice to other celebrities and rich people because they have to be. But they treat "mortals" like crap.

[@merilah.b7396]

Given what happened last summer, I want to make a few points: None of the accusations directly targeted Allen, and in fact Ellen's problem was why, even though she was in charge there, as much as what was happening there. Did not pay enough attention. And secondly, that a series of accusations are rumored and ridiculous, which means that no one can look at the face now, or where did Ellen commit a racist act ?! And thirdly, that Ellen's responsibility had accidentally been passed on to other people, and those people unfortunately wolves in sheep's clothing came out of the water and caused trouble for themselves, and you saw that he fired them. Fourth, Allen admitted all her mistakes and said that he accepts them and tries to learn from them, and this does not happen anymore, and that in any case, he is responsible for it and he should have paid more attention, and that is why she is sorry ... and fifth, that In my opinion, even in this situation, given that Ellen has accepted responsibility for her mistakes, she should do it and support it, not change her mind in two seconds and take a stand against it. In my opinion, Ellen Show is a great and funny vine show with positive energy, and that Ellen is a rational, intelligent and kind person. Of course, opinions are different and I just said my opinion here ... I love Ellen!

[@samo5629]

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[@Sunsrise7]

Thank you

[@jenniferlorence1950]

She said it, "LOVE is everything" You Can Gain the World, but without LOVE, life has NO Meaning.

[@kaydlc11]

What does it profit if you gain the whole world but lose your soul? Mark 8:36

[@yeye6935]

Happy Valentine's Day❤️👩‍❤️‍👩

[@adolphesax1982]

They are the perfect couple.

[@Butterflyechoes]

I am happy to see other people happy. Life is simple.

[@td1574]

one of the most beautiful couples on godd. the way portia was describing their story, she was smiling so much ughh shes so cutee

[@alyssafang5354]

this was the cutest shit i’ve ever seen

[@akanshasanjayrai2503]

Beautiful ❤❤❤no words stay blessed

[@yu4236]

No words can describe how beautiful this couple ♥️

[@lindaronstadt7426]

Thanks for your comment and for being a fan, God bless you.... I text you on here because you're a big fan and you seems to be a very nice person 😍....

[@ruthwahu4370]

Beautiful couple beautiful love story

[@aryy58k]

Hello, beautiful photo.

[@John.Connor]

I pray to God that Beloved Ellen DeGeneres will host the Oscars for the last time.Marcus G.

[@valeriepasbrig742]

How amazingly beautiful. After 16 years, to still have smiles that big.

[@Blue-ht2pz]

I am in love with this interview.. God bless you abundantly

[@stacyfabiszewski4633]

What a very beautiful love story, I love your love story. You both are such a lovely couple

[@egphy726]

Happy for both of you

[@melindajimenez2730]

Love is the answer

[@mommyfloNbabytep]

Those haters of Ellen..if you've never done 10% of the good things she has done to many people then you better 🤐🤐🤐🤐🤐🤐🤐. She has done many good things, not just about money but also she made a lot pf people laugh and save them from depression. I actually started binge watching her show and their videos together when the "news" broke out. I still support her.

[@portiaderossi4536]

Hello,Thanks for your love and wonderful support

[@darcy3478]

MommyfloNbabytep please ignore the person who is pretending to be Portia it isn't her, they wouldn't invite you to chat via WhatsApp or HangOuts (which they have done in other comments). There are a lot of people who pretend to be celebrities to scam people, I know you probably are aware of this but I just thought I'd let you know & others just in case. Take care, I hope you & your family are doing okay during the current times stay safe 💛

[@outoffocus9619]

Love the way you live❤

[@darcy3478]

Honestly one of the most beautiful couples, I hope Portia is doing okay I was so sad when I heard about her needing emergency surgery for Appendicitis. Everyone is going on about how Ellen has been having so many guest hosts she must be losing her job ect, no she is most likely taking care of her wife the woman she loves. People need to stop being so negative, toxic, hateful etc if you aren't interested don't watch it or don't follow them it's simple really I'll never understand why people feel the need to comment negative things. Why can't we spread positivity, love, kindness etc it would make this world a much better place, I hope whoever is reading this is doing okay during the current times stay safe. Sending you love, positive thoughts & best wishes for the future 💛

[@yourmidnights13]

the guest hosts she had on this week was cause they had their spring break, I’m sure they were shot a few weeks ago or something to keep up. But yes I believe Ellen took the time to take care of Portia during that time

[@darcy3478]

@@yourmidnights13 Ellen mentioned recently on the Show about what happened to Portia so I don't know if these were filmed before that happened. I am just fed up with seeing so many negative comments, people believe everything the Media tells them instead of looking into things it's ridiculous. Anyway I hope you're doing okay LIAN thank you for your kind reply, it's nice when people say nice things instead of the usual negative stuff 💛 take care.

[@mpagazejeandediei6353]

This family I love it so much

[@GreenWitchesKitchen]

These ladies are amazing. Individually they are awesome but together they are unstoppable.

[@lenebrantley221]

Portia is beautiful!😍

[@janjacksonauthor]

I could see in Ellen some hurt, vulnerability, a tad less confidence and an apparent need for validation from Portia when she said TRY, likely because of all the heat she took regarding her show and people saying she wasn't a nice of a person as she comes across on the show. It seemed she needed Portia to validate through this interview that she is indeed a worthy person. I don't believe she can give so much to so many for so many years and be as bad as other people make her out to be. Nobody is perfect. Let's focus more on the good in people than the bad and then cut them a break. Wouldn't you want that for yourself? Then do it for others also. Blessed Day Your Way

[@kornikajana6470]

I just want a relation like that 🥺❤❤❤ . It's true love 💘

[@r_nthepoet8916]

I love you guys so much

[@rizalabdullah2094]

I JUST WANNA SAY "I LOVE U BOTH". Please stay stronggg, especially you Ellen. Ur my role modelll, thnks for the joy you bring to usss

[@b2kzangelalwayz]

As much as Portia loves Ellen, Ellen loves Portia more and it gives Portia the power in their dynamic.

[@Scampergirl]

I don't think you have any idea of who loves who more.....you're ridiculous.

[@parkerparks8004]

I strongly disagree, especially after seeing their renewal Portia seems more obsessed with Ellen than the other way around. Her body language too.

[@ugouju8198]

I would give this video a thousand likes if I could.

[@muncangel5993]

I will help you :-)

[@whoknows6290]

Wow, that’s so beautiful.

[@jeannebautista6688]

Glad to see Ellen happy finally ☺️ she's awesome such a caring individual 🥰

[@michellemarusak6655]

They are so cute together 🥰🤩🥰

[@kerrimccracken8866]

Congratulations!

[@muncangel5993]

...just watching them with your heart makes you realise the truth about them...how pathetic is all of the tabloid press...a great and old and deep pure love...very touching...

[@harleyquiinnnn]

on point 👌🏼

[@Journeyjunckies]

Love love this amazing story from the cutest couple around the world❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@jennifert2953]

Wish wish wish I could have this in my life. Your love for each other is a beautiful story that just keeps getting better. I’m 51, divorced twice. Good luck to them! God bless them!

[@AllenhopeCabuangAllenski]

I was smiling watching the whole video.

[@ellevictory1339]

We were a match made in heaven 😂😂😂😂😂 yaaaay!!! 🎉🎉🎉💃💃💃💃💃🥳🥳🥳🥳💥💥💥💥🎺🌎😍😍😍😍🌈👍🙏🤣😂🤣😂😉💪💖💖💖💖💪💪😁🎥🍿💃💃💃💃💃

[@papatya5074]

Ellen seni seviyorum

[@est9949]

I love them so much. After all these years and seeing so many celebrity couples they are the one I feel such warm love every time I see them together. This gives me so much joy.

[@conniedieudonne7681]

You too have a great love ❤️ you make it seem so easy 😊

[@dianacepsyte2860]

They’re both so intelligent and absolutely amazing people

[@lindaronstadt7426]

Thanks for your comment and for being a fan, God bless you.... I text you on here because you're a big fan and you seems to be a very nice person 😍....

[@millieragle5051]

Their wedding is one of the most beautiful I've ever seen!🎉🎉🎉

[@intuition6675]

Loads of love, reverence n best wishes to the awesome couple!! Stay blessed, both the Aquarians!!

[@queensc9325]

Im aquarian and usually have very stable relationships 😁

[@anakrtinic5232]

just look the happiness in their eyes😍 incredible

[@juliecheung8169]

True love ! Beautiful sweet couple, Ellen & Portia forever! Love you guys ❤️

[@Arch3678]

They're just too damn adorable! I'm so glad they both feel free to express there love and not feel a necessity to hide it. They're just meant to be. Love me some Ellen and Portia. ❤✌

[@ellendegeneres4233]

On Behalf Of MyMembers & Staffs, I’m Pleased To Let You Know That You Have Just Been Luckily Picked & You Are Now Part Of Our Selected Winners Of The 19th Years Of Love And The Farewell Season Of The Final Shows. 🎊 CONGRATULATIONS 🎊 Ellen__DeGeneres

[@donnaarpilleda7879]

❤️❤️❤️ i love you ellen and portia... Ellen your sooo cooool and generous everytime i watch your show sometimes i cry i laugh i love you ellen and portia... God bless you both... ❤️❤️❤️.. From Philippines...

[@isabelff9442]

Beautiful couple

[@tuyishimegentil6881]

God Accepts You My Ellen

[@jelenapetrovic3280]

Very good couple, I adore you congratulation❤🪕🌈✈️Nena Flórida 2023

[@yeye6935]

Happy 14th wedding anniversary🥂 🎉😘💕

[@catherineto]

Thanks for sharing. It gives us hope.

[@ellendegeneres4233]

On Behalf Of MyMembers & Staffs, I’m Pleased To Let You Know That You Have Just Been Luckily Picked & You Are Now Part Of Our Selected Winners Of The 19th Years Of Love And The Farewell Season Of The Final Shows. 🎊 CONGRATULATIONS 🎊 Ellen__DeGeneres

[@KristenLALA88]

Ellen a porcha sorry if I spelled your name wrong but congratulations on getting married you are a great couple

[@evedotcom]

So beautiful 😭❤️

[@marlyncolongan4519]

I really love you both it's wow,wow💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕