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Ellen DeGeneres Returns as Dory in New 'Finding Nemo' Short Film

Ellen DeGeneres is set to reprise her iconic role as Dory in a new short film set in the 'Finding Nemo' universe. This marks her first acting role since 2021, following the end of her talk show in 2022. The 68-year-old comedian previously voiced the forgetful blue tang fish in the Oscar-winning 2003 film and its 2016 sequel. DeGeneres had hinted at retiring from on-screen appearances but now returns to voice the beloved character.

Key Points: Ellen DeGeneres to Reprise Dory in New 'Finding Nemo' Project

  • Ellen DeGeneres reprises Dory role in new 'Finding Nemo' short film
  • This marks her first acting role since 2021's 'Pixar Popcorn'
  • She last voiced Dory in 'Finding Dory' which grossed over $1 billion
  • DeGeneres had suggested she might step away from on-screen appearances after 2024
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Ellen DeGeneres to reprise Dory in new 'Finding Nemo' project, first acting role in 5 years

Ellen DeGeneres returns as Dory in a new 'Finding Nemo' short film, her first acting role since 2021. The 68-year-old comedian voices the beloved blue tang fish again.

"Oh yeah, I got kicked out of show business. - Ellen DeGeneres"

Washington DC, April 25

Comedian, actor and TV host Ellen DeGeneres is set to reprise her beloved role as Dory in a new short film set in the 'Finding Nemo' universe, marking her first acting role since 2021, according to E! News.

According to reports, the upcoming project will see DeGeneres return as the voice of the forgetful blue tang fish, a character she first portrayed in the Oscar-winning 2003 film. She later reprised the role in Finding Dory, which grossed over USD 1 billion worldwide.

The 68-year-old actor's latest venture marks her first role since the 2021 mini-series 'Pixar Popcorn', where she also voiced Dory. That same year, she appeared as herself in True Story alongside Kevin Hart.

Since ending The Ellen DeGeneres Show in 2022, DeGeneres has been open about stepping away from Hollywood, particularly following allegations of a toxic work environment. She addressed the issue in her 2024 stand-up special Ellen DeGeneres: For Your Approval, as per the outlet.

"Well, let me catch you up on what's been going on with me since you saw me last," she told the audience in the Netflix special. "I decided to take up gardening. I got chickens. Let me see what else I can tell you about what's been going on," according to E! News.

She then joked, "Oh yeah, I got kicked out of show business."

"'The Be Kind Girl wasn't kind.' That was the headline," she continued. "Here's the problem: I'm a comedian who got a talk show, and I ended the show everyday by saying, 'Be kind to one another.' Had I ended my show by saying, 'Go.....yourselves,' people would have been pleasantly surprised to find out I'm kind," according to E! News.

Prior to the special's release, DeGeneres, who moved to England with her wife Portia de Rossi in 2024, had suggested she might step away from on-screen appearances.

"This is the last time you're going to see me," she told a crowd during a performance in Santa Rosa, California, in July 2024. "After my Netflix special, I'm done," according to E! News.

- ANI

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James A
I liked her show initially, but the 'be kind' tagline became ironic after the allegations. That said, Dory is iconic, and 'Finding Nemo' is a masterpiece. I'll still watch it for the nostalgia. Just hope she's learned something from the backlash.
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Vikram M
India has so many talented voice actors who never get this kind of global recognition. Anyways, good for her. But the 'I'm done' statement followed by this short film feels like a typical PR move. Just be honest, Ellen. 🙄
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Priya S
I find her comedy very 'American' and not my cup of tea, but Dory is adorable. My kids loved both movies. If the short film is good, we'll watch it. However, she should address the toxicity more seriously instead of joking about it. It undermines the actual victims.
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Rohit P
Finding Dory was actually a better film than Finding Nemo in my opinion. So I'm excited! And honestly, who cares about the drama? She's a voice actor, not a politician. Let her work. Bollywood has its own toxicity, but we still watch their films. 😂
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Sarah B
Moving to England and then coming back for this... She's clearly not 'done'. But I'll give her credit for making people laugh during tough times. The world needs more joy, and Dory is pure joy. Just hope the off-screen behavior matches the on-screen kindness.

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