Actress Marcia Cross showcased her impressive performance skills during her appearance on The Ellen Degeneres Show. The talk show host, Ellen Degeneres, engaged in a lively conversation with Cross, discussing her successful show “Felicity H” and the growing viewership of The Ellen Degeneres Show.
Cross, known for her roles in “Melrose Place” and “Everwood,” revealed that she had considered quitting acting after her stint on “Melrose Place.” However, she continued to pursue her passion and eventually landed a role on “Desperate Housewives,” which catapulted her career to new heights.
During the interview, Cross also shared that she had pursued a master’s degree in Psychology and had even done some clinical training. Ellen playfully joked about the possibility of Cross’ former clients now watching her on “Desperate Housewives,” referring to her as their former therapist. While Cross felt guilty about this, she assured viewers that it was not the case and encouraged them to seek professional help if needed.
The conversation took an entertaining turn when Cross mentioned her childhood nickname, “Messy Marsha.” Ellen inquired if Cross shared any similarities with her meticulous character on “Desperate Housewives.” Cross jokingly replied that she was nothing like her character and shared an amusing encounter with a delivery guy who expected her house to be pristine.
Ellen also delved into Cross’ early days of performing, revealing that she and her friends used to choreograph dances in the basement of her house. As a surprise for the audience, Ellen requested Cross to sing a snippet of the song “Indian Reservation,” showcasing her seldom-seen singing talents.
As the interview continued, Cross expressed her excitement for the upcoming season finale of “Desperate Housewives.” While she couldn’t give away any spoilers, she assured fans that they would not be disappointed and compared the anticipation to waiting for Christmas.
In a lighthearted moment, Ellen and Cross attempted to perform a choreographed routine for “Indian Reservation” in the studio. Despite Cross’ admission of being unable to carry a tune, both ladies laughed and thoroughly enjoyed the impromptu dance.
The article concludes by mentioning that the season finale of “Desperate Housewives” aired on May 20, 2005, leaving fans excited and eager for what’s to come. Marcia Cross‘ captivating performance on The Ellen Degeneres Show showcased her versatility as an actress and provided a glimpse into her vibrant personality.
Originally aired on May 20, 2005
