ELLEN DEGENERES SHOW to Be Broadcast in China

Variety reports that Warner Bros. has inked a deal with Sohu Video to make "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" available on the online video platform. According to the report, episodes of the daytime talk show will be subtitled in Chinese and will be made available 48 Hours after they air in the U.S.

"Sohu offers Chinese Internet users a diversified portfolio of top-quality content, with a wide coverage of hot TV dramas, animation and now U.S. talk shows," said Sohu chairman-CEO Charles Zhang. "'The Ellen DeGeneres Show' is one of the most well-known talk shows in the U.S., and we believe it could also have strong appeal and relevance with the Chinese audience."

About ELLEN:

Host Ellen DeGeneres continues to deliver uplifting, inspiring, and hilarious experiences to viewers. Ellen's talent, personal warmth and insight have earned her recognition as a global entertainer and household name. Through her show, she brings her humor and talent for tackling topical issues into viewers' lives with her distinctive style touching every aspect of the show.

The show continues to bring even more star power this season with top guests including Justin Bieber, the cast of "Jersey Shore," Usher and many more. Ellen will tackle even more discussions of the day, allowing viewers to connect with the world through Ellen's wide perspective on a number of important issues.

"The Ellen DeGeneres Show" has become the daytime destination for laughter and fun. Bringing a refreshing perspective to daytime television, Ellen's engaging personality and unique take on everyday life invite a relaxed and candid environment and allow her guests to engage in entertaining and thoughtful discussions on topical issues. The environment also often leads to having moments of unpredictable fun, illuminating celebrities "in the moment," and saying and doing things viewers won't experience anywhere else. When members of Hollywood's A-list and Ellen get together, anything can happen -- from dancing with First Lady Michelle Obama to Christmas caroling with Britney Spears,l to catching George Clooney after setting numerous "Clooney traps."

The show features a diverse mix of celebrity interviews, musical performers, audience participation and segments spotlighting everyday people with extraordinary stories and talents. "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" continues to be a destination for the world's biggest stars. In addition to Clooney, guests have included Brad Pitt, Reese Witherspoon, Justin Timberlake, Penelope Cruz, Halle Berry and Drew Barrymore, to name a few.

In addition to celebrity interviews, the show includes chart-topping musical performers and breaking new acts. The show has featured an eclectic catalogue of performances ranging from music legends Cher, Madonna, Paul McCartney, Prince and Sir Elton John, to pop superstars Beyoncé, Lady Gaga, Pink and Mariah Carey, to smooth R&B and hip-hop artists Kanye West, The Black Eyes Peas and Mary J. Blige, to top country musicians Keith Urban, Taylor Swift and Rascal Flatts. Ellen has also drawn from her own cutting-edge musical tastes to offer national exposure to hot emerging talents including British sensation Duffy and R&B soul singer Estelle

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