10 Incredible Reasons Why Ellen Is Our Hero

10. She’s decorated for a reason… and she’s won the highest award of all

Ellen’s work doesn’t go unnoticed- the list of awards she’s received includes:

• 31 Emmys (59 nominations)
• 20 People’s Choice Awards
• 2 Producer’s Guild of America Awards
• 9 Teen Choice Awards

… And a host of other honors.

Most significantly, in 2016 she was awarded the highest honor a civilian can receive: the Presidential Medal of Freedom. This was for her contributions to society, culture, and the television/film industry. Barack Obama stated “Ellen counters what too often divides us, with the countless things that bind us together, inspires us to be better, one joke, one dance at a time” as he presented her with the award.

She’s just a gem ain’t she? What are your thoughts on Ellen? Are there any celebrities or people in positions of power that you really respect, or think need some praise throwing their way? Let me know in the comments!