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Rosie O'Donnell Reveals Ongoing Rift with Ellen DeGeneres

9/10/2025

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Rosie O'Donnell shared her painful rift with Ellen DeGeneres on the "No Filter" podcast.
The conflict began when DeGeneres minimized their friendship during a 2004 "Larry King Live" appearance.
O'Donnell expressed disbelief at DeGeneres' remarks, citing their shared history.
Despite DeGeneres' apologies, O'Donnell feels the issue remains unresolved.
Both have moved to Europe, with O'Donnell in Ireland and DeGeneres in the English countryside.

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Story summary

Rosie O'Donnell shared her painful rift with Ellen DeGeneres on the "No Filter" podcast.
The conflict began when DeGeneres minimized their friendship during a 2004 "Larry King Live" appearance.
O'Donnell expressed disbelief at DeGeneres' remarks, citing their shared history.
Despite DeGeneres' apologies, O'Donnell feels the issue remains unresolved.
Both have moved to Europe, with O'Donnell in Ireland and DeGeneres in the English countryside.