When tragedy strikes, who really shows up for you? Well, apparently it’s your famous talk show host bestie! Ellen DeGeneres just proved that friendship isn’t just about the red carpet moments when she rushed to support Kris Jenner after the matriarch’s devastating loss.
The daytime TV queen took to Instagram on Friday, July 17, to share some seriously touching condolences for her pal Kris following the passing of her mother, Mary Jo “MJ” Shannon. And let us tell you, honey—it was the kind of post that had us reaching for the tissues AND screenshotting for our group chats. Ellen didn’t just drop a generic sympathy message either; she made sure to include her wife, Portia de Rossi, in the love and support. “Portia and I know how much your mom meant to you,” the message reportedly read, and honestly? That’s the kind of energy we need more of in this celeb world.
Now, we all know that Kris Jenner doesn’t do anything small—not her businesses, not her parties, and definitely not her family drama. But losing your mom? That’s the real deal, folks. No amount of Kardashian-Jenner empire building can prepare you for that kind of grief. So seeing Ellen step up with genuine, thoughtful support reminds us that beneath all the glitz and glamour, these celebrities are actual human beings with real feelings and real heartbreak.
The internet immediately erupted with responses, with fans praising Ellen for being a true friend when it matters most. Comments flooded in about how it’s refreshing to see celebrities actually showing up for each other instead of just engaging in the typical Twitter beef and tabloid drama we’re all accustomed to. One user even wrote, “This is what real friendship looks like,” and honestly, they’re not wrong.
What’s particularly touching is that Ellen’s public show of support came from a place of genuine friendship rather than just trying to score PR points. In a world where celebrity relationships are often transactional and surface-level, this moment felt authentically sweet. And coming from someone who’s faced her own share of public scrutiny recently, it was especially meaningful.
The Kardashian-Jenner clan has always been about loyalty, and clearly that extends to their close circle of friends. We’re sure Kris is grateful to have Ellen in her corner during this difficult time.
What do you think? A) Ellen and Portia are the ultimate friendship goals B) All celebrity condolences feel performative regardless