On a recent episode of The Ellen Degeneres Show, actress Kristen Bell revealed her struggle with the English language. In a lively and entertaining conversation, Bell shared some amusing anecdotes about growing up in a Polish family and the unique words they used.
Bell explained that her family often used Polish words instead of their American counterparts. For example, they referred to a comforter as a “paja” and slippers as “pokies.” Donuts were called “punch,” and even butt slippers had their own name, “pokis.” Bell jokingly warned the audience to be careful if they ever encountered a “punchki” (donut), as it might feel squishy if they accidentally put their foot in it.
Another delightful tidbit Bell shared was the Polish word for butt, which is “dupa.” She recalled how her family would refer to their butts as “dupa” and even use it in the phrase “super dupa” to mean a super butt. The actress playfully mentioned that a diaper is something you would put on a “dupa” for various reasons.
Ellen Degeneres, curious about Bell’s age, discovered that the actress portrayed young characters such as a 17-year-old on her show and also in the series “Deadwood.” Bell, who was 24 at the time, hesitantly admitted her true age, as she was about to turn 25 soon. She playfully expressed her relief that she had not yet reached that milestone.
Aside from her linguistic quirks, Bell is also known for her love of rescuing dogs. She introduced the audience to Lola, her first rescue dog, who even joined her on set that day. Bell acknowledged that many rescued dogs often have some neurotic tendencies due to their past experiences. She then shared her story about Mr. Shakes, her second rescue dog, who had a scavenging problem and was constantly paranoid.
Bell entertained the audience with her description of Mr. Shakes’ peculiar habits, like sitting in front of the television and staring at them for hours. She jokingly told him to either get in his bed or on the couch but not to just sit there and bug her out. Despite his quirks, Bell expressed her love for both of her furry companions and her dedication to rehabilitating Mr. Shakes.
As the conversation drew to a close, Ellen Degeneres reassured Bell not to panic because her sister was in labor. With laughs and applause, the lively talk show episode ended, leaving viewers entertained by Bell’s hilarious stories and Ellen’s easy banter.
It’s always a delight to witness celebrities sharing funny anecdotes and lighthearted moments on talk shows like The Ellen Degeneres Show. Kristen Bell‘s linguistic adventures and her love for rescuing dogs added an extra touch of entertainment to this already lively episode.
Originally aired on March 14, 2005
