The Ellen DeGeneres Show Season 16 Episode 5

Ep 5. Debra Messing

  • January 8, 2018

Debra Messing, a well-known actress, producer, and activist, is the featured guest on the fifth episode of season 16 of The Ellen DeGeneres Show. The episode begins with Ellen DeGeneres doing her usual comedic monologue, which is followed by a segment called "Bad Paid-for Photos," where Ellen shares hilarious photos that she has purchased online.

The show then shifts to Debra Messing, who sits down with Ellen to talk about her career and her passion for politics. Messing first gained fame for her role in the hit television series "Will & Grace," which recently returned to the small screen for a revival season. Ellen and Messing discuss the revival and how it has been received by fans.

They also talk about Messing's involvement in politics and advocacy, including her work with the charity organization HRC (Human Rights Campaign), which focuses on advocating for equal rights for the LGBTQ+ community. Messing discusses the importance of using her platform to speak out about issues that matter to her and how she has found her voice in the current political climate.

Ellen then surprises Messing with a video message from her "Will & Grace" co-star, Megan Mullally. The two share a touching moment reminiscing about their time working together and joking around about their on-screen chemistry.

Later in the episode, Debra Messing takes on the infamous "Burning Questions" segment, where she answers a series of rapid-fire questions from Ellen. The questions range from silly ("What is your guilty pleasure?") to heartfelt ("What is a moment in your life that you will never forget?").

The episode also includes a performance by country artist Kane Brown, who sings his hit song "Good as You." Ellen also surprises her audience with a giveaway of the latest Apple products, which sends the already-excited crowd into a frenzy.

Overall, this episode of The Ellen DeGeneres Show is a fun and engaging mix of comedy, celebrity interviews, and musical performances. Debra Messing proves to be a great guest, sharing her wit and charm as she talks about her career and activism work. Ellen continues to showcase her comedic talents and willingness to tackle both serious and lighthearted topics, making for an enjoyable viewing experience.

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Description
  • First Aired
    January 8, 2018
  • Language
    English