Season 1

01 Jennifer Aniston (Series Premiere) Episode 18th September 2003 02 Megan Mullally Episode 211th September 2003 03 Sean Hayes/Nikki Reed Episode 315th September 2003 04 Amanda Bynes/Sharon Stone/Thicke Episode 416th September 2004 05 Jennifer Love Hewitt/John C. McGinley Episode 517th September 2004 06 Peter Boyle/Eve Episode 618th September 2004 07 Terry Bradshaw/Kim Cattrall/Seal Episode 719th September 2004 08 Noah Wyle/Bob Guiney/Elton John Episode 82nd October 2003 09 Sean Astin/Breckin Meyer Episode 919th January 2004 10 Richard Simmons/Randy Jackson Episode 1020th January 2004 11 Neve Campbell/Ruben Studdard Episode 1121st January 2004 12 Merv Griffin/Topher Grace Episode 1222nd January 2004 Today Ellen welcomes TV's most legendary game show architect, Merv Griffin, for a chat about his incredible career. Later, ""That 70's Show"" star Topher Grace drops by to discuss his newest film, ""Win A Date with Tad Hamilton."" 13 Jessica Capshaw/The Thrills Episode 1323rd January 2004 14 Kim Cattrall/Bobby J. Thompson Episode 1426th January 2004 It's Ellen's Birthday! Doesn't she look great for 29? Joining Ellen for a very special birthday hour of ""The Ellen DeGeneres Show"" will be actress KIM CATTRALL from the HBO hit series ""Sex and the City"" and child actor BOBB'E J. THOMPSON from NBC's ""The Tracy Morgan Show"". Ellen is surprised throughout the hour with birthday messages and gifts from some of television, film and music's biggest stars. It's a celebration you don't wanna miss. 15 Betty White/Amy Smart/Gavin DeGraw Episode 1527th January 2004 Former Golden Girl BETTY WHITE chats with Ellen about her upcoming guest appearance on ABC's legal drama ""The Practice."" Also dropping by will be actress Amy Smart to chat about her new film, ""The Butterfly Effect"" (co-starring Ashton Kutcher). Later, New hit-maker GAVIN DEGRAW performs ""I Don't Wanna Be"" from his debut CD intitled ""Chariot."" 16 Burt Reynolds/Nick Gannon Episode 1628th January 2004 Star of Stage, Screen and TV, the Legendary BURT REYNOLDS visits the show and talks with Ellen about his upcoming guest appearance on NBC's, soon to conclude series, ""Ed."" Later TeenNick host, and Actor/singer NICK CANNON chats and performs ""Gigolo"" from his self-titled debut CD. Plus, Ellen makes her first weekly call to MEREDITH (""The Bachelorette""). 17 Ashton Kutcher/Deidre Hall/Travis Episode 1729th January 2004 Today Ellen welcomes Hollywood's newest sensation, ""That 70's Show"" star ASHTON KUTCHER, to chat about the end of his MTV series ""Punk'd"" and his new film ""The Butterfly Effect."" Also dropping by on this episode, will be ""Days of our Lives"" star DEIDRE HALL. And Later, hot new band TRAVIS performs ""Love Will Come Through"" from their new CD ""12 Memories."" 18 Julie Bowen/Fefe Dobson Episode 1830th January 2004 Star of NBC's Friday Night series ""ED"", JULIE BOWEN stops by to chat with Ellen about her career and the potential end of the series ""ED"" after only 4 seasons. Plus Later, 18 year-old singing sensation FEFE DOBSON performs ""Everything"" from her self-titled CD. 19 Amy Brenneman and LeAnn Rimes Episode 192nd February 2004 AMY BRENNEMAN drops by the show to chat with Ellen about her hit CBS drama, ""Judging Amy."" Ellen also welcomes KATHY NAJIMY, and they play their favorite game ""Celebrity"" with two audience members. Also on this episode, former teen sensation and current Country mega-star LEANN RIMES performs ""With This Love"", from her latest CD, ""Greatest Hits"" 20 Katey Segal/Chris Harrison/Brian McKnight Episode 203rd February 2004 Star of ABC's hit sitcom ""8 Simple Rules for Dating My Teenage Daughter"", KATEY SAGAL stops by and chats with Ellen. ""The Bachelorette"" host CHRIS HARRISON also stops by to discuss the new season of the his series on ABC. And hitmaker BRIAN MCKNIGHT performs ""Been So Long"" from his CD ""U Turn."" Plus, Houston updates Ellen on his adventures at the Super Bowl. 21 Seth Green/Tyra Banks Episode 214th February 2004 Ellen chats with actor SETH GREEN (""Austin Powers"" & ""Party Monster"") and supermodel TYRA BANKS stops by to talk about the hit reality show ""America's Next Top Model."" Ellen checks in on MEREDITH (""The Bachelorette"") to dish about who will receive a rose and who will go home broken-hearted. 22 Charlize Theron/Brook Shields Episode 225th February 2004 23 Diane Lane/Missy Elliot Episode 236th February 2004 24 Naomi Watts/Shoshana Johnson/Five For Fighting Episode 249th February 2004 25 Meg Ryan/Jason Lewis/The Indigo Girls Episode 2520th February 2004 26 Jessica Simpson / Nick Lachey / Henry Winkler Episode 269th March 2004 27 Sarah Michelle Gellar/Olivier Martinez/Brad Paisley Episode 2723rd March 2004 28 Ben Affleck/Sara Rue Episode 2824th March 2004 29 Katie Holmes, Black Eyed Peas Episode 3426th October 2003 30 Episode 37 Episode 3728th October 2003 31 Season 1 Halloween Show: Ellen as Dr. Phil Episode 4125th March 2004 Dive into Ellen’s spooktacular Season 1 Halloween episode! Ellen as Dr. Phil and Wanda Sykes as Oprah. Special guest Joshua Malina joins the fun as a flying nun, sharing his Halloween passion and love for candy! 32 Kiefer Sutherland, Jane Leeves Episode 424th November 2003 33 Jeff Bridges, Doris Roberts Episode 445th November 2003 34 Steve Harvey, Rod Stewart Episode 4913th November 2004 35 Holly Hunter, Sarah McLachlan, Jeff Corwin Episode 5014th November 2004 36 Lauren Graham, Frankie Muniz Episode 5117th November 2004 37 Brendan Fraser, John Stamos Episode 5218th November 2003 38 Queen Latifah, Sheryl Crow Episode 5319th November 2004 39 Eric McCormack, Paul Walker Episode 5420th November 2003 40 Jenna Elfman, Cyndi Lauper Episode 5521st November 2003 41 Bernie Mac, Valerie Bertinelli Episode 5624th November 2003 42 Robert Downey Jr., Mary J. Blige Episode 5725th November 2003 43 Bette Midler, Bob Guiney Episode 5826th November 2003 44 Dwayne The Rock Johnson, Jami Gertz Episode 1346th April 2004 Ellen has some food related fun with Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, chats with Jami Gertz, and stumps her audience with the intriguing News Game. 45 David Duchovny, Poppy Montgomery Episode 1357th April 2004 Ellen is joined by David Duchovny and later engages in a chat and "Celebrity Head" game with Poppy Montgomery. 46 Anne Hathaway, Cedric the Entertainer Episode 1368th April 2004 Ellen navigates feline drama, delves into Cedric the Entertainer's early career, engages her audience in a sunglasses guessing game, and chats with Anne Hathaway, who shares how Ellen served as an inspiration during the filming of "The Princess Diaries". 47 Jessica Simpson & Nick Lachey, Henry Winkler, Hugh Dancy Episode 1379th April 2004 Jessica Simpson and Nick Lachey discuss "Newlyweds," Henry Winkler talks "Arrested Development" and "Happy Days," and Hugh Dancy shares about London and "Ella Enchanted. 48 Elisha Cuthbert, Dennis Franz Episode 13819th April 2004 Elisha Cuthbert dazzles with tales of dancing with Justin Timberlake. Dennis Franz gives an exclusive peek into the final season of "NYPD Blue" and his remarkable cop roles. 49 Barry Manilow, Nia Vardolas, Baby Birds Episode 13920th April 2004 Ellen tenderly relocates a nest of baby birds to safety and showcases viewers' beloved pets. Barry Manilow discusses health scares, his role as an American Idol judge, and his devoted "Fanilows." Nia Vardalos shares heartfelt memories connected to Barry Manilow's music, discusses writing "My Big Fat Greek Wedding," and acknowledges Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson's instrumental support in bringing it to the big screen. 50 Janet Jackson, David Arquette, Ellen's Own Award Show Episode 14021st April 2004 Ellen opens up about morning challenges before presenting "Holla Awards." Janet Jackson graces the stage, discussing her tour and showcasing her dance skills. Later, David Arquette shares excitement about impending parenthood and reflects on his fashion choices. 51 John Travolta, Goran Visnjic, Random Acts of Kindness Episode 14122nd April 2004 Ellen delves into the vast array of careers available and unveils the "Holla Awards" for acts of kindness, alongside the debut of the segment "What's Your Two Cents?" John Travolta shares lively tales, while Goran Visnjic makes his inaugural appearance, discussing "ER" and more. 52 Tina Fey, David Bowie, Ellen's 'In Case of Emergency' Episode 14223rd April 2004 Ellen prepares for an earthquake, while Tina Fey reminisces about her groundbreaking role at SNL and the creation of "Mean Girls." David Bowie shares insights on family and his eclectic training endeavors. 53 Isabella Rossellini, Debbie Reynolds, Bill Rancic Episode 14326th April 2004 Isabella Rossellini reminisces about her mother, Ingrid Bergman, and her remarkable feat of gracing the cover of Vogue four times in one year, while Bill Rancic stops by to recount his victory in Season 1 of "The Apprentice," and the iconic Debbie Reynolds joins the show to chat about her legendary career. 54 Simon Baker, Cheri Oteri Episode 14427th April 2004 Ellen seeks unique talents among viewers and showcases fan letters featuring chubby cats. Simon Baker makes his debut, discussing his Australian nickname, vacation style, and potential alternate career. Cheri Oteri humorously recounts her recent trip to China, muses on cell phone culture, and shares the inspiration behind one of her popular SNL characters, based on her grandmother. 55 Christopher Walken, Tim Meadows Episode 14528th April 2004 Ellen swiftly skips time wasters and greets guests before Christopher Walken shares insights on impressions, dancing, and modeling. Meanwhile, viewers join Ellen for another fun round of "Hip-Hop or Not," followed by Tim Meadows discussing "Mean Girls" and his SNL career. 56 Jennifer Garner, Jamie Kennedy Episode 14629th April 2004 Ellen shares her sock obsession in a Season 1 monologue. Jennifer Garner debuts in 2004, promoting "13 Going on 30" and "Alias." Ellen's producer gets into mischief, and Jamie Kennedy surprises with a prank. 57 Dakota Fanning, Rebecca Romijn, Feline Reunion Episode 14730th April 2004 In this episode, Ellen shares an adorable viewer shoutout, welcomes Rebecca Romijn's debut with a thoughtful gift, reunites a woman with her lost cat, and reminisces with Dakota Fanning about early career moments! 58 Bill Cosby, Sarah Chalke Episode 1483rd May 2004 Sarah Chalke from "Scrubs" stopped by to chat about her recent move to LA and "Scrubs". 59 Mary Tyler Moore, Rosie Perez, Hidden Talents Episode 1494th May 2004 Join Ellen as she talks about her rough night’s sleep, followed by updates on her baby birds. Then, Ellen is interacting with viewers, honoring fan talents with a special “Holla” award shout-out, and welcoming iconic guests like Mary Tyler Moore and Rosie Perez. 60 Jay Leno, Lorraine Bracco Episode 1505th May 2004 Experience shares history lessons with her viewers. Jay Leno’s tells hilarious anecdotes from his first appearance and Lorraine Bracco’s chat about “The Sopranos” and her Broadway debut. 61 Lindsay Lohan, Kevin Sorbo, Ending of ‘Friends’ Episode 1516th May 2004 Ellen navigates the emotional farewell to “Friends” and challenges a memory expert. Then, follow her mall escapade and catch Lindsay Lohan’s debut along with Kevin Sorbo’s charming visit on the show. 62 Hugh Jackman, Al Roker, Car Giveaway Episode 1527th May 2004 Hugh Jackman debuts, sharing Broadway tales and talking about his latest film, “Van Helsing.” Al Roker discusses weight loss, workouts, and weather. Ellen amps up the excitement with a thrilling car giveaway competition for her audience. 63 Josh Duhamel, Christina Ricci Episode 15310th May 2004 Ellen embraces aging gracefully, with Andy Lassner’s comedic fall adding to the fun. Guests Christina Ricci and Josh Duhamel share captivating stories, while Ellen’s mall visit sparks an exciting new venture. 64 David Schwimmer from ‘Friends,’ Gabrielle Union Episode 15411th May 2004 Ellen shares an interesting gorilla photo story. David Schwimmer discusses the “Friends” finale and plays charades. Gabrielle Union debuts, reflecting on her groundbreaking “Friends” role and her admiration for Janet Jackson. 65 Patti LaBelle, Cynthia Nixon Episode 15512th May 2004 Cynthia Nixon debuts on “Ellen,” revealing her natural blonde hair and hinting at a “Sex and the City” movie. Patti LaBelle shares Glamour Awards experiences and swaps heels with Ellen. 66 Usher, Patrick Stewart, Cooking with Nigella Lawson Episode 15613th May 2004 “Star Trek” icon Patrick Stewart shares laughs with Ellen, chatting about martinis, action figures, and “The Borrowers.” Usher promotes his new album “Confessions” while Ellen delights him with his favorite dessert. Later, Ellen embarks on a culinary adventure alongside Nigella Lawson, exploring the art of cooking. 67 Paula Abdul, Wilmer Valderrama Episode 15714th May 2004 Paula Abdul shares insights on “American Idol” 2004, her upbeat vibes, and dance anecdotes. She even teaches Ellen some moves. Wilmer Valderrama joins Ellen for a fun hangout. Ellen spices up the show with a sunglasses-themed game for lucky audience members. 68 David Spade, Latoya London, Vanessa Marcil Episode 15817th May 2004 David Spade makes his debut on the “Ellen” show, marking the beginning of a frequent guest stint in Season 1. Ellen surprises an ecstatic fan with a heartwarming chat. Latoya London and Vanessa Marcil join Ellen to discuss the latest. 69 Simon Cowell, Jorja Fox Episode 15918th May 2004 Simon Cowell dishes on “American Idol” drama, winning strategies, and his unfiltered opinions. Ellen explores L.A.’s farmers market scene. Jorja Fox catches up with Ellen for a chat. 70 Dolly Parton, Jon Favreau, Workout Attire Episode 16019th May 2004 Dolly Parton enchants as she graces “Ellen” for the first time in 2004. Jon Favreau spices up Season 1 with tales of gambling alongside Ben Affleck and Matt Damon, along with insights into his projects. 71 Glenn Close, Andy Richter Episode 16120th May 2004 Ellen reflects on her evolving bond with viewers at the nine-month milestone. In 2004, Glenn Close captivates with tales from “Fatal Attraction” and her adventures in Africa. Andy Richter shares laughs, discussing his new show and family escapades in Mexico. 72 Jake Gyllenhaal, Sean Hayes, 8-Year-Old Drummer Episode 16224th May 2004 Sean Hayes chases his dreams as he conquers a dog agility course, courtesy of Ellen. Plus, catch a young drumming sensation and Jake Gyllenhaal’s unforgettable debut! 73 Antonio Banderas, Alanis Morissette Episode 16325th May 2004 Join Antonio Banderas in 2004 as he shares “Shrek” secrets, celebrates love with Ellen, and shows off his moves. Plus, a fan of the show fulfills her dream with a monster truck thrill, and Alanis Morissette chats about haircuts and pups. 74 Cameron Diaz, Cotton Candy Episode 16426th May 2004 Join Ellen as viewers share their thoughts, a lucky chocolate milk giver gets a “Holla Award,” and Cameron Diaz spins cotton candy on her first 2004 appearance. 75 Halle Berry, Tom Selleck Episode 16527th May 2004 In this episode of “Ellen,” explore Halle Berry’s journey portraying Catwoman, from her beauty accolades to the unique training. Then, Ellen welcomes Tom Selleck to share insights on his “Magnum P.I.” days and discuss the iconic “Friends” ending — mustache not included! 76 Kate Hudson, Julian McMahon Episode 16628th May 2004 Kate Hudson’s charming Season 1 debut, where she shares anecdotes about her son, Ryder, and a chance encounter with Ellen. Plus, witness heartwarming recognition for two kids’ kindness, followed by Julian McMahon sitting down with Ellen to catch up and discuss “Nip/Tuck.” 77 Justin Timberlake, Sharon Stone, Fantasia Barrino Episode 16723rd July 2004 Justin Timberlake kicks off the show with high energy, engaging in a vibrant conversation with Ellen. Sharon Stone then delves into her experiences with motherhood and her memorable role in "Catwoman," while Fantasia Barrino celebrates her triumphant "American Idol" win and shares her dreams for the future.