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Betty Jane DeGeneres (née Pfeffer; born May 20, 1930) is an American LGBT rights activist. Through her first marriage to her ex-husband Elliott DeGeneres, she is the mother of Ellen and Vance DeGeneres, and the mother-in-law of retired actress Portia De Rossi.
In her book Love, Ellen, DeGeneres's mother Betty describes being initially shocked when DeGeneres came out, but she has since become one of her strongest supporters; she is also an active member of PFLAG and spokesperson for the Human Rights Campaign's Coming Out Project.
Sep 12, 2023 · In particular, her mother, Betty DeGeneres, has played a significant role in shaping Ellen’s life and career. This article delves into the life of Ellen’s mom, highlighting her achievements and the impact she has had on her daughter’s success. Meet Betty DeGeneres: Ellen’s Mom
Betty DeGeneres is an American LGBT rights activist and former speech therapist, best known as the mother of TV host Ellen DeGeneres. Check out this biography to know about her childhood, family, personal life, career, and achievements.
To celebrate Betty DeGeneres' 80th birthday, Ellen put together all her favorite moments in this touching tribute to TV's favorite Mama!
May 31, 2019 · In a statement shared exclusively with NBC's "Today," Betty DeGeneres, 89, commended her daughter for coming forward and expressed remorse for not believing her at the time.
For nearly twenty years, Betty has been a passionate LGBT-rights activist, an inspiring role model for parents of LGBT children, and a highly sought-after public speaker to audiences nationwide.
Jul 31, 2020 · Ellen DeGeneres' mother, Betty DeGeneres, is an LGBTQ+ rights activist. The 90-year-old gained popularity in 1997, following Ellen's public revelation of her lesbian status.
Feb 15, 2014 · Mother-to-all and activist Betty DeGeneres speaks at the inaugural HRC Time to THRIVE Conference. View more videos from HRC Foundation's inaugural conference...
Apr 26, 2000 · With a mother's love, clear minded common sense, and hard won wisdom, Betty DeGeneres offers up her own very personal memoir to help parents understand their gay children, and to help sons and daughters who have been rejected by their families feel less alone."Mom, I'm gay."
