Hilary Duff made her first and last appearance on "The Ellen Degeneres Show" and things took an interesting turn. As soon as Hilary walked onto the stage, Ellen complimented her fantastic hair, which had recently been dyed blue and black. Hilary explained that the vibrant colors were actually extensions that were bonded to her real hair and would stay in for about six months.
Ellen couldn't help but be curious and asked if she could yank on one of the extensions. Hilary allowed her to give it a go, demonstrating how secure and natural they were. The audience got a hair lesson and learned that taking care of extensions was not as difficult as it may seem.
During the interview, Ellen also brought up Hilary's recent 17th birthday celebration in Cabo. Hilary shared how her sister surprised her with a trip to Mexico to unwind after working tirelessly. The talk show host couldn't resist teasing Hilary about her love for pickles, which led to a lively discussion about their preferred pickle flavors and eating habits.
In addition to discussing her personal life, Hilary opened up about being homeschooled. She explained that being homeschooled allowed her to pursue auditions and work in the entertainment industry. Although she missed out on some aspects of a normal school experience, she felt that she learned a lot and even graduated early.
As the interview progressed, the energy escalated when Hilary and Ellen took to a trampoline in the Riffraff Room. Hilary showcased her gymnastics skills with back handsprings and backflips, leaving Ellen in awe. The trampoline session turned into a hilarious and fun-filled jumping extravaganza, with both women attempting various stunts.
But the excitement didn't stop there. Hilary used the platform provided by "The Ellen Degeneres Show" to express her gratitude towards some guardian angels who retrieved her phone after it flew off the hood of her car and was run over on the street. She shared that they even managed to take a photo using her locked phone and she wanted to find them to say thank you.
Throughout the interview, Hilary's genuine and down-to-earth personality shone through. From her love of pickles to her dedication to her craft, she proved that she was not only a talented actress and singer but also someone who cherished the little moments and appreciated her fans.
It was clear that Hilary had a great time during her appearance on "The Ellen Degeneres Show." With her infectious energy and the surprises that unfolded, the episode became memorable for both the audience and viewers at home.
Originally aired on October 12, 2004
