American President Barack Obama awarded the nation’s highest civilian honor, The Medal of Freedom, to 21 names in a ceremony last night.
While the names included Tom Hanks and Michael Jordan, it was Ellen DeGeneres’ reaction to receiving this honor that touched our hearts
Obama presented the media to groundbreaking actors, musicians, athletes and innovators and said,
“Everybody on this stage has touched me in a very powerful, personal way, in ways that they probably couldn’t imagine”
Ellen DeGeneres has been one of the most loved personalities for over a decade now. Amidst all the chaos of the world, it is her show that gives you one hour of pure joy and kindness. Her marriage with Portia and her strength to fight for equality for all – irrespective of their sex and who they choose to love has been an inspiration to millions.
Here’s her heart-warming reaction on receiving the honor:
“Just keep swimming”: An emotional Ellen DeGeneres held back tears as she received the #MedalofFreedom from @POTUS https://t.co/BKAFkZHhPR pic.twitter.com/1Y825s3ofW
— CNN (@CNN) November 23, 2016
Congratulations Ellen DeGeneres! Thank you for always believing that sometimes all you need to do is – Just Keep Swimming!
