Ellen DeGeneres is making a notable return to her iconic role as Dory in a new Pixar short film set in the ‘Finding Nemo’ universe. This marks her most prominent return to the character in years. DeGeneres has been navigating her personal life and public image after the end of her long-running daytime program.
Key facts:
- Ellen DeGeneres will reprise the voice of Dory in a new Pixar short film.
- The original ‘Finding Nemo’ was released in 2003 and grossed over $941 million worldwide.
- DeGeneres’ daytime program ended in 2022 after 19 seasons.
- She joked about her public backlash during her 2024 stand-up performance.
- The new Pixar short represents a significant moment for DeGeneres.
DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi attended the U.K. premiere of Billie Eilish’s new film on April 28. They shared their excitement on social media, with DeGeneres stating, “Portia and I just left the premiere for @billieeilish’s new 3D movie that she directed with @jamescameronofficial.” The couple celebrated 17 years of marriage on social media in September 2024.
DeGeneres and de Rossi have applied for an all-weather riding arena at their Kitesbridge Farm in the Cotswolds. This venture reflects their ongoing commitment to their home life amidst public scrutiny. Yet, DeGeneres continues to embrace her professional endeavors, including this latest project with Pixar.
The beloved character Dory has become a defining figure for both DeGeneres and Pixar, especially after the success of ‘Finding Dory.’ As she steps back into this role, fans await more details about the upcoming short film. The next expected developments include promotional activities surrounding its release.
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