In a recent episode of The Ellen Degeneres Show, talk show host Ellen Degeneres welcomed guests Andie MacDowell and Mike O’Malley. The episode kicked off with Ellen joking about her memory loss as she gets older, sharing her struggles with remembering why she entered the kitchen in her house. She humorously recounted her wanderings through different rooms trying to retrace her steps and remember her original intention.
Andie MacDowell, known for her roles in films like Four Weddings and a Funeral and Groundhog Day, joined Ellen on the show to talk about her new movie, Beauty Shop. Andie mentioned that she had a small part in the film but made the most of it by suggesting a comedic idea to the director. She proposed that her character should get a big butt from eating greens, and to her surprise, the director loved the idea. Andie even got to wear butt pads for the role, which garnered a lot of attention on set.
During the interview, Ellen and Andie chatted about their Southern roots, with Andie sharing that she hails from Gaffney, South Carolina. She now resides in Asheville, North Carolina, which she describes as a beautiful place. The conversation then shifted to Andie’s daughter, who is interested in modeling and acting. Andie explained that her daughter has a passion for dance and is a talented performer.
In another segment, Ellen welcomed an inspirational 8-year-old girl named Cassandra Oakbath to the show. Cassandra had battled cancer and instead of asking for a home makeover, she requested that Extreme Makeover home edition remodel the hospital where she was treated. She wanted to create a better environment for other children going through similar experiences. Cassandra shared her journey, including how she found out about her illness and the pain she felt before being diagnosed.
Despite her young age, Cassandra demonstrated incredible courage and resilience throughout her ordeal. She created a video and wrote a letter to Extreme Makeover, expressing her desire to improve the hospital’s facilities for the sake of the other sick children. The episode showcased some of the transformations made at the hospital, including the addition of colorful paint and toys to brighten the environment.
This episode of The Ellen Degeneres Show also included a quiz for the audience, where lucky winners could receive a prize and a chance to sit in the show’s luxury box. Ellen encouraged viewers to visit the show’s website and participate in the quiz for a chance to win. Furthermore, Ellen engaged the audience by playing a game where they had to guess the mystery word. If someone in the audience said the word during the interview, they would win a prize.
Overall, this lively and entertaining episode of The Ellen Degeneres Show featured engaging discussions, humorous anecdotes, and inspiring stories. The chat show continues to provide laughter, inspiration, and memorable moments for its viewers.
Originally aired on March 21, 2005
