Ellen Gives Kalen Allen a Fashionable Surprise

It's been one year since Ellen first welcomed viral food critic Kalen Allen to the show. The "OMKalen" star talked about all of the amazing things that have happened to him since. To celebrate, Ellen had a huge New York Fashion Week surprise for him.
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[@LexusCarter02]

"We both have expansive taste..the only difference is that you can afford it" im done ahahah

[@gwendalynnalvarado8277]

Lexus Carter MEEEEE

[@mandys1038]

My favorite part!!

[@sophiemoreau3049]

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[@jessicarodriguez7051]

😂😂😂😂

[@WhitneyUwandu]

I FELT THAT IN MY SOUL HAHSHDDHAHHAAHQ

[@Wigconic.]

Kalen is my mood, spirit animal and queen at the same time

[@haleynic]

he's a dude... hes not a queen...

[@jayjai4937]

@@haleynic true🤷🏾‍♂️

[@worth401]

Kalen is cool,but he is a king not a queen.

[@JaceJacobs]

✋🏼👊🏼😀❤️ “How you doing Momma E” Love this Dude! “We both have expensive taste the only difference is you can afford it”. Loved Relatable

[@msMuffet.]

Jace Jacobs- Ikr, he’s hilarious❕❕😂

[@SUGAR_XYLER]

*Dislike #50*

[@zmznzbzvzmznzb]

There is no one more deserving the walk than THE BIG K! I will never get tired of The Checkered Turn! Huemhuemhuuuum!!!

[@wendysolivan554]

I think Ellen found who to pass down her talk show when she retires

[@brandyspain7125]

I agree

[@quiselarnell]

wendy solivan I wouldn’t mind watching at all

[@vedaaurr]

The Ellen Show, The Kalen Show🤷

[@emmierene3898]

Veda Palekar or the Ellen Allen Show

[@latinskillsjr]

Ellen is not gonna pass up that check 😂

[@kaylavaldez8121]

No matter how you’re feeling that guy never fails to lift spirits. He deserves the world and from the looks of it that’s exactly what he’s gonna get. You go Kalen!

[@briannabritopian4539]

I love when he said Mama E😂😂

[@EdenCroft]

Kalen is going to be the best person that runway has EVER seen. Good for him. Happy for his successs and congrats on coming out

[@knightjosephine9461]

Amen

[@andreab449]

Kalen could definitely be a model! He is gorg! Keep it classy, don't overdo it...and BAM!! Kalen the Model and actor!!! YASSSS!!! ❤😘😍

[@SUGAR_XYLER]

His voice is annoying as hell

[@gabrielasakanta8013]

Talk*

[@MrNikkimaxine]

Andrea B for you as well

[@MrNikkimaxine]

So there might be enough and despite only one thing

[@deehazel1622]

" HOW YOU DOING MOMMA E " I LOVE THIS DUDE!! 😂😂😍

[@mishal5220]

*HE HAS TO MEET BEYONCÈ ASAP*

[@jusspop4816]

Fr

[@CollegeSista]

He already met her years ago

[@nicolewoods6777]

ikr

[@MrsOnna97]

I agree

[@niamacathey8304]

CollegeSista no he didn’t

[@tygerzrule1213]

IF ELLEN LEAVES GIVE THE SHOW TO KALLEN

[@wambugu2101]

Child u know it🤗

[@quiselarnell]

tyler prophete definitely

[@Everywhereambar]

Kalen just earned all of our hearts with his humble and funny ways,

[@dianagrannum4832]

Kalen does not cry......"And I cried all the way home" when I met Michelle Obama . ....I would too...lol lol

[@SUGAR_XYLER]

Like #100

[@UnitedAssassinRevolution]

Like #1000 :D

[@WhatsGoing0nHere]

The wife of a war criminal. Beautiful♥️

[@jytteloos1193]

He always brightens my day, such a positive person

[@brendiums]

I live for Kalen! You deserve it baby!

[@teresatucker4319]

Thank you Ellen Degeneres for bringing Kalen to the world! Whenever im feeling little down and I JUST need to laugh, i watch Kalen. Just get a kick out of his descriptions about food. Lol

[@thomasdaniels5555]

This dude ROCKS!!!! Always be happy with who you're; and this Guy is the definition of that!

[@JustTheTruth-Please]

Did anyone think he was straight? He is a wonderful person, love watching him!!

[@saniahprater897]

Just The Truth no😂😂

[@shevahmorris9132]

like who would think that

[@taramckoy5692]

Not once lol but love himmmm

[@datgidigirls6208]

Kalen we knew already and we still love love love love you

[@risaarsadi]

He’s a whole mood 😭✨

[@808hikino]

I love love love me some Kalen! His mannerisms, his language, his words....priceless. He's so authentic. And a very kind soul. Watching from Hawaii with love for Ellen and Kalen!

[@zenmasterorwhatever]

Kalen Allen "coming out" as gay is like him announcing he's black. lol I'm just kidding, I get it. I'm happy for him :) *KEEP SNATCHIN THOSE WIGS KALAN!* XD

[@Enedina665]

This had me crying a lot of happy tears! I couldn’t think of a better person that deserves all that’s happened and coming to him! Kalen, you’re walking in Mama E’s shoes and changing lives one day at a time! Much love to you ❤️❤️❤️

[@daniivj]

I love him! So happy he's having these opportunities.

[@chudawonn]

I like seeing people achieving things. Since I can't do anything for myself at least other people are realizing their dreams.

[@PaolaJulissa]

Angie C literally same

[@SUGAR_XYLER]

I made a music video, That was my vivid dream for years.

[@chudawonn]

@@SUGAR_XYLER Congratulations!

[@DR-rw7es]

Angie C - you can be or do or have anything with a solid plan and belief in yourself! Blessings, light & love

[@chudawonn]

@@DR-rw7es I don't have none of these things, I really don't believe I am the kind of person who can have a dream, I have way too many responsabilities and I can't even manage them properly... But thank you for your encouragement and for being nice 😊

[@claravian]

Kalen should have his own talkshow I love the way he talks so much 😂😂😂

[@kylethenerd1]

He deserves everything! He’s so funny and my favorite viral sensation of the past year.

[@trude_in_adelaide]

Kalen. You bring me joy. Make me happy. And so happy ellen signed you. Best choice she made 😉😂😍😘

[@nickylnr]

He didn't need to come "out" we already knew huni

[@kittonabanks3943]

Exactly

[@njikeable]

He didn't come out for u. He did it for himself

[@sooyaaa8847]

@@njikeable exactly

[@TheLindsAnn]

I am here for this new Momma E nickname!

[@cassie8906]

Kalen - you are an inspiration! You are my spirit animal. I LOVE seeing you pop up here & there and I hope 2019 brings you joy and love (and happy tears!) Can't wait to see you walk that runway with that Kalen attitude!! MUAH!!!

[@brianamorg4811]

As soon as I see him I smile.. he’s so great 💕

[@SchwagGamingandMusic]

Wait....he wasn't already out?

[@Fallenvalkyriealyss]

That's what I'm saying 😂

[@two-face1041]

Schwag Gaming and Music I mean I didn’t assume but....

[@ellerfitz]

😂 😂 😂

[@RisingPurpose9941]

Surprised me too..who on earth could assume otherwise😎

[@deephillips6964]

Schwag Gaming and Music. Lol.... My thoughts exactly 😄😅

[@emilywiebel3238]

I love him and I think it’s great that Ellen brought him on the team! He’s so deserving and hearing him talk about coming out with Ellen is also very special. I love the fact she asked him if it was okay to talk about it before she said anything as well.

[@glowsuds]

I love Kalen. So happy for him and can't wait to see what the future brings him!

[@lindbeda]

Love him. One of my favorites was when he and Matt went to the Minnesota State Fair to eat all the fried foods. Hilarious. Ellen should feature Matt more also, and him with Kalen. They're hilarious together.

[@nurseaylla]

YEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEES!! i freaking love Kalen, he's such a ball of sunshine, i'm so glad he joined the crew, thank you Ellen!!!!

[@gimbeam351]

Once again I will never understand how anybody could dislike Ellen!

[@PhoenixRiviera]

I'm SO happy for Kalen that I cried!

[@le_monkevibe3156]

I love you ellen

[@kortofromayan6187]

The Boi I love her 😍 too

[@shyanroy1532]

@@kortofromayan6187 no one loves as much as i do😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@CosmeticsComedy]

Kalen needs his own talk show in da house

[@humpty_bln]

What do you mean "he came out"? Love him but was there anybody shocked to hear that?

[@daniellewilliamson3405]

It's not about Shocking anyone, and your opinions are your own. He wanted to acknowledge who he was for himself. Strangers can label you all the time, but to stand up and own yourself is something different. More powerful and loving.

[@ColleenPaigeH]

@@daniellewilliamson3405 I love this comment so much ❤️

[@humpty_bln]

Danielle Williamson true. Good for him

[@doriscoleman9374]

Ah NO.

[@ok_alii]

he said it in the video, it’s not about giving the news to people it’s about him finally saying it for himself, which for anyone who has been in his shoes is a huge step!

[@divyavashist9914]

Seeing Kalen HAPPY LITREALLY MAKES ME SO HAPPY

[@colettep9]

But Kalen, we already knew 🤷‍♀️

[@escfanforever569]

its hard to hide it ok 😂😂😂😂

[@deephillips6964]

colettep9. True... I would be surprised if he wasn't 😏

[@niamacathey8304]

No ppl assumed

[@babs-bofficial4928]

Kalen is such a mood he looks happy everyday & put a smile on my face anytime I see him. I love him so much

[@jkwhite2164]

Love him..So refreshing. Thanks Ellen..He is so down to earth.

[@SAMZIRRA]

It truly beaks my heart that anyone would not feel safe, or confident enough to come out. Hopefully, in my lifetime and my child's there will continue to be people who fight for the rights of others. God bless.

[@bathsalt79]

He is such a sweetie, i love his personality, so genuine and unpretentious. 👍

[@yolandaedwards7978]

Yaaaaas! I love Kalen . I’m snatching wigs and taking names too🤣. I’m so proud of him. His positivity is amazing 👍😊❤️

[@bethanyshepherd7674]

Kalen is my favorite of all of Ellen’s discoveries

[@nicoledenel]

I love Kalen so much! His sense of humor, humility and laughter. Wish him the best! Will he model for the fashion designer that made that checkered piece he liked last year?🤞🏼🤞🏼

[@kayleen8037]

I love him! God blesss his existence! And thank you to Ellen for showing Kalen to the world!♥️ love y’all both

[@niastarr8329]

I love me some Kalen and I’m beyond happy for him to encounter many blessed opportunities

[@robynbailey1278]

I thought he was out. But baby...im proud OMKalen

[@Woahguu]

When he first arrived he was looking for a barber, now I need him to tell me because that fade is 👏🏽👏🏽

[@stewfu]

🤔- he JUST came OUT???? Ninja... u aint NEVER been IN!!!!!!!!

[@ninabina259]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@itsmikaa8496]

Aye moe😂

[@lisamcburn7032]

I'm sayinggg😂😂..**snaps fingers in air**

[@RisingPurpose9941]

he's a NINJA too😱😱

[@uigij1]

Tamika Tate where are you from you have the same last name as me

[@tranphuonganh5350]

Im so happy that he’s one of TheEllenShow’s family member😭😭😭♥️♥️♥️

[@ngoctramoan8350]

I love how you can see the gratefulness Allen has towards Ellen and it’s so nice seeing that

[@patriciawilliams5736]

Ellen is a Blessing to alot of people & Kalen deserves it. Be Kind to one another ❤❤❤

[@brittanysbets2626]

I love how grateful and humble Kalen is.

[@christinagarcia3789]

I love them😂❤ he said "Snatchin wigs and takin names"😂😂😂

[@serendipity9485]

Ugh please give us more. I want a reality tv show of kalen pleeeeeaaaaaadssssseeee

[@bethsaidajean3426]

I like when he said "goals" I love you Kaleb from Haiti

[@staciagrimes3515]

This is a great interview..he is so eloquent...love how he answers the queations..amzing energy!!

[@jessicaandgerardo]

KALEN! LOVE YOU BOO!! 😍😘😍😘😍😘😍😍😘😍😘😍😘😍😍😘 So thankful for Ellen! Love you Ellen!

[@kayxoxbabe98]

When he said “you know Kalen doesn’t cry..” I was like “but this Kaylyn does” 😂😢❤️ I love Kalen and Ellen so much!!! STAN

[@ThePeetes]

Love love love love love Kalen!!! Thank you for continuing to share him with us!!!

[@ladawnhawkins]

He's so genuine.

[@karvinkennethidor3438]

The best show ever created✨♥️

[@Jen-zk9se]

Omg I just love him. I just feel like you could be having the most shittiest day ever and he could bounce in and give you a hug and all your worries would just melt away 💛

[@bentimover8095]

Kalen is the 2019 mood I want to embody.

[@ml_betrue2792]

This makes me so happy, so proud of you Kalen!!!

[@xoraxoranight2949]

I love that he called her momma E!!! How can you not love him?! 🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡

[@witrinurulf7857]

He's surprised face and said about to cry, priceless😍

[@MissPiixiie]

Two of the most amazing people on the planet. Kalen is phenomenal.

[@francine8302]

Kalen is a natural entertainer...He is blessed because he is real, kind, and good.

[@KRISTHYANVI]

He's so beautiful omg!! 😭❤

[@JoeHollywood22]

As are you:)

[@KRISTHYANVI]

@@JoeHollywood22 Thank You! 😘

[@JoeHollywood22]

@@KRISTHYANVI you're welcome:) thanks for replying

[@juanitapaterson6217]

Absolutely love them both!

[@DivineBeauty04]

I love him!!😍 He is amazing and so humble.

[@juicyfruit61flavors17]

I just love love love this woman. Nobody but Ellen!!!

[@zusibone]

He was out the first day I heard him speak. He's super talented, a great person and very entertaining. A gift he's to all of us

[@bellak46]

Yes Kalen!! QUEEN!! I am so excited to see him on the big screen! 😍❤️ I’m a proud fangirl! 😍😍

[@fpoiana]

Kaleeeennn is soooo fantastic!!!!! love him!

[@annew8365]

God bless you Kalen! I love seeing what you are doing. Your energy is so warm and ebullient 🍾🥂🤗

[@autumnbelle4496]

He is such a queen... SLAY

[@xvictoriax8421]

I always loved his voice 😂 everything comes out so sweet and funny

[@Skyffer33]

Kalen is the cutest!I just LOVE him. So funny and authentic! ❤❤❤

[@rachaelmagerl4836]

Omg I just love him! How can you not love him?!?!?! He is just so appreciative of everything!

[@lasbreyugenyi6606]

This guy's voice is cool though

[@gggeee]

I do love him ! He’s so entertaining!

[@EmilyIG]

i teared up a little bit too. so happy for you kalen !

[@anthonymb6356]

I love this 🙌🏾 “im snatchin wigs and takin names” YESS DARLINGGG

[@adeeola9589]

“Mama e”😂😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@maggiedelgado5742]

I just love Kalen! He is really something else. The best is yet to come.

[@kwintinafiles6367]

Wow, what a great clip! This sure was a great show! Kalen is a great guy, always makes my day when he airs! Ellen♡♡♡ you keep making hearts fill! Wow

[@tarafields1588]

Every time I watch Ellen I end up crying!!! Love her and Kalen !!!❤️❤️❤️

[@donnawest866]

Love, love this young man! So funny! So genuine!!! ❤️😂❤️

[@Fallenvalkyriealyss]

He JUST came out??? What? Lol

[@Sugamamita]

He didn’t need too lol 😂

[@sarasmith19]

@@Sugamamita that'd right Nene

[@chykim1]

When was he in??

[@MeandMe8]

@@chykim1 😂😂😂😂😂

[@ljke]

I have really grown to love Kalen. He is so authentic!

[@zzukiyaki7521]

He‘s very composed and down to earth. Love him:)