Overview of 'The Ellen DeGeneres Show' Season 4

Episode 1 - Justin Timberlake in Central Park {Season Premiere}

Release Date: 2006-09-04

She's Back and better than ever, it's ELLEN'S BIGGEST PREMIERE EVER! Ellen kicks off her fourth season in New York's Central Park with music sensation JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE. Justin chats with Ellen about everything from his good friend Lance Bass to his possible engagement to actress Cameron Diaz. Plus, Justin performs the hottest song in the country, "SexyBack," and his new hit single, "My Love." Don't miss when Ellen hits the streets of NYC to see how nice New Yorkers really are! And Ellen announces a huge surprise!

Episode 2 - Beyonce in Central Park

Release Date: 2006-09-05

ELLEN continues to heat up New York's Central Park when she throws a 25th birthday bash for superstar BEYONCÉ! Making her first appearance on the show, Beyoncé talks with Ellen about her boyfriend Jay-Z and how she plans to retire at 30. Plus, Beyoncé performs her hit single, "Déjà vu," and premieres her newest single, "Irreplaceable." And, Ellen has a HUGE surprise for Beyoncé to make her birthday even more special! Then, don't miss Ellen at the US Open when she takes to the court with tennis greats Andre Agassi and Andy Roddick.

Episode 3 - Kevin Federline

Release Date: 2006-09-06

ELLEN reveals her new set with her first in-studio guest of the fourth season and has the 1st EXCLUSIVE talk show interview with KEVIN FEDERLINE. Ellen chats with Kevin about his wife Britney Spears, son Sean Preston and their upcoming addition to the family. Plus, Kevin performs his newest single, "Lose Control," from his upcoming CD, "Playing with Fire."

Episode 4 - Brad Garrett/Patrice Oneal

Release Date: 2006-09-07

Emmy Award winning actor BRAD GARRETT joins Ellen and opens up about his recent divorce and talks about his return to television with his new sitcom "Til Death." Plus, the host of VH1's "Web Junk 20," PATRICE ONEAL, shares some of the Internet's funniest videos. And, a top 10 finalist in "So You Think You Can Dance," IVAN KOUMAEV, shows off his winning moves. Plus, Ellen gets started on her "Life List" when she takes a computer lesson.

Episode 5 - Andre Agassi/Kim Basinger

Release Date: 2006-09-08

Academy Award winning actress KIM BASINGER visits with Ellen for the first time and chats about her upcoming film "The Mermaid Chair." Andre Agassi in his first talk show interview ever! He talks about his retirement, his family, and gives Ellen some tennis tips. Mike Holmes from Discovery Home Network's "Holmes on Homes" stops by to give his tips on how everyone can avoid home repair nightmares.

Episode 6 - Jessica Simpson/Ron Livingston/Storm Large

Release Date: 2006-09-11

Making her first solo appearance on the show, star of Feature film, music and TV, Superstar JESSICA SIMPSON drops to talk with Ellen about her very public divorce and how she's looking for love. Plus, don't miss a one-of-a-kind performance of Jessica's hit single, "A Public Affair," featuring our very own Ellen DeGeneres. RON LIVINGSTON drops by to chat about his return to television in his new series, "Standoff." And, "Rock Star: Supernova" cast-off STORM LARGE tells Ellen all about her "Rock Star" experience and performs one last time. Plus, Ellen welcomes Jenette and Gary Nelson, who lost their daughter on 9/11, and share how they continue to bring awareness to their daughter's memory

Episode 7 - Hugh Laurie/Tommy Lee

Release Date: 2006-09-12

From one of Ellen's favorite television shows, "House," HUGH LAURIE drops by to talk about the show's exciting new season. Plus, the Rock Star himself, TOMMY LEE visits with Ellen to talk about his hit show "Rock Star: Supernova" and which contestant he thinks will be the best fit for his new band, "Supernova."

Episode 8 - Orlando Bloom/Biance Ryan/Chi-Lan Lieu

Release Date: 2006-09-13

Making his first appearance on the show, one of Hollywood's hottest actors, ORLANDO BLOOM drops by to talk about his new film "Haven." Plus, the soulful sounds of 11-year-old BIANCA RYAN, the winner of "America's Got Talent". Chi-Lan Lieu, host of HGTV's "I Want That! Tech Toys," is here to preview cool gadgets for fall.

Episode 9 - Zach Braff/Outkast

Release Date: 2006-09-14

The multi-talented ZACH BRAFF visits with Ellen and chats about how he juggles the small and big screens with his hit sitcom "Scrubs" and his upcoming film "The Last Kiss." Plus, making their first appearance on the show, Grammy Award winning group OUTKAST performs "Morris Brown" from the soundtrack of their film "Idlewild." And, Ben Underwood, the 14-year-old boy who uses echolocation to "see sound," joins Ellen.

Episode 10 - The Rock/John Mayer

Release Date: 2006-09-15

Dwayne "THE ROCK" Johnson drops by to talk about his upcoming film, "Gridiron Gang." Plus, "The Rock" teaches Ellen some new exercise moves! Grammy Award winning singer JOHN MAYER performs "Waiting On The World To Change" from his upcoming CD "Continuum."

Episode 11 - Julia Louis-Dreyfus/Bradley Whitford

Release Date: 2006-09-18

JULIA LOUIS-DREYFUS drops by and chats about her Emmy win for "The New Adventures of Old Christine (CBS, Monday @ 9:30pm)" and how she injured herself with the famed statue. Julia also speaks candidly about being a child of divorce. Plus, BRADLEY WHITFORD gives Ellen a little too much detail about how he keeps the romance alive in his marriage. He also chats about his return to television in the much anticipated Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip. (NBC, Monday @ 10pm) And, the runner-up from Rockstar: Supernova Dilana swings by and discusses the conflicts she had with other Supernova competitors and gives an amazing performance of Roxanne.

Episode 12 - Sir Elton John/Rainn Wilson

Release Date: 2006-09-19

Music legend Sir Elton John visits with Ellen. Elton performs "The Bridge" from his upcoming CD, "The Captain and The Kid." Plus, Rainn Wilson from the Emmy Award winning The Office (NBC, Thursday @ 8:30pm) conducts a hilarious dress rehearsal with Ellen as she teaches him how to be a good guest on a talk show. Rainn also reveals a hobby that both he and Ellen have in common. And, don't miss Ellen's favorite viral videos! Ellen finds out if Katie Couric chose to use her suggested sign–off. Plus, Ellen reveals a surprising fact about DJ Jonny. The day has arrived! The Ellen DeGeneres Show: DVD-licious hits Target stores today!

Episode 13 - Dixie Chicks/Diane Lane

Release Date: 2006-09-20

Don't miss Ellen's exclusive interview with pop divas The Dixie Chicks. They are on hand to discuss the new documentary "Shut Up and Sing," which was shot during a very public and dramatic period of their career. They also perform their chart-topper, "Easy Silence." Plus, the lovely and talented Diane Lane drops by to talk about her role in the critically-acclaimed film Hollywoodland. Plus, Chi-Lan Lieu, host of HGTV's I Want That! Tech Toys, is here to preview cool gadgets for fall.

Episode 14 - Sandra Oh/Josh Blue

Release Date: 2006-09-21

Emmy Award winner Sandra Oh visits with Ellen for the first time and discusses the much anticipated season premiere of Grey's Anatomy (ABC, Thursday @ 9pm). Plus, Ellen continues to introduce her viewers to "People You Should Know" when Josh Blue, winner of NBC's Summer hit Last Comic Standing, stops by and shares his amazing story. And, Ellen goes undercover in a hilarious tape piece to Universal Studios.

Episode 15 - Eva Longoria/Simon Baker/Cole & LD Miller

Release Date: 2006-09-22

Sexy siren and Desperate Housewife (ABC, Sunday @ 9pm) Eva Longoria drops by to chat with Ellen about what's in store for the ladies of Wisteria Lane. Will Ellen find out if this really is Eva's last television series? Aussie actor Simon Baker stops by to give Ellen the lowdown on his new CBS series Smith. (CBS, Tuesday @ 10pm) And, Cole & LD Miller from America's Got Talent perform. Plus, Ellen helps another viewer check off a goal on their life list.

Episode 16 - Matthew Perry/Kenny Chesney

Release Date: 2006-09-25

MATTHEW PERRY makes his first appearance on the show and chats about his return to TV with the hit series "Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip (NBC, Monday @ 10pm)." And, Matthew helps Ellen with her "Life List" by giving her a tennis lesson. Plus, KENNY CHESNEY drops by and chats about his love of laundry and performs his classic song, "Young," from his new album, "Live Those Songs Again: Kenny Chesney Live." Plus, Ellen gives DJ Jonny his first driving lesson

Episode 17 - Lauren Graham/Letoya/Emmitt Smith

Release Date: 2006-09-26

Television's favorite mom, LAUREN GRAHAM from "Gilmore Girls (The CW, Tuesday @ 8pm)," joins Ellen and talks about the seventh season. Plus, LETOYA performs her number one hit, "Torn," from her self-titled CD, "Letoya." And, NFL star EMMITT SMITH chats with Ellen about taking his fancy footwork from the football field to the dance floor on "Dancing with the Stars (ABC, Tuesday and Wednesday @ 8pm)." Ellen continues to work on her "Life List" when she takes a Spanish class at a Burbank middle school!

Episode 18 - Sting/Robert Downey Jr.

Release Date: 2006-09-27

ELLEN has the 1st exclusive talk show appearance with ROBERT DOWNEY JR. & STING! They chat about how their marriages keep them grounded and what it was like working together for the first time on the upcoming film "A Guide to Recognizing Your Saints." And, Ellen finds out what's on their "Life Lists." Plus, don't miss more of Ellen's "Wednesday's Wonderful World of Web Videos!"

Episode 19 - Howie Mandel/Chris Brown

Release Date: 2006-09-28

From the number one game show on television, "Deal or No Deal" (NBC, Monday @ 8pm & Thursday @ 9pm) host HOWIE MANDEL visits with Ellen. Plus, one of Ellen's favorites, R&B sensation CHRIS BROWN performs "Gimme That" from his self-titled CD. And, don't miss Jan Silva, the 4-YEAR-OLD TENNIS PRODIGY who gives Ellen some helpful tennis tips.

Episode 20 - Ashton Kutcher/Ludacris

Release Date: 2006-09-29

One of Hollywood's hottest actors, ASHTON KUTCHER, stops by and talks about his recent one-year anniversary to wife Demi Moore and his two new films, "The Guardian" and "Open Season." Plus, acclaimed rapper LUDACRIS performs "Money Maker" from his upcoming CD, "Release Therapy."

Episode 21 - Sheryl Crow/Christina Applegate Breast Cancer Awareness

Release Date: 2006-10-02

Ellen hosts a special episode to kick off "Breast Cancer Awareness Month." Ellen, whose mother is a breast cancer survivor, is joined by musician and breast cancer survivor SHERYL CROW who shares some preventive tips with viewers. Plus, CHRISTINA APPLEGATE, whose mother is also a breast cancer survivor, stops by. Plus, four remarkable audience members donate their hair to Pantene's "Beautiful Lengths" to make wigs for women with cancer.

Episode 22 - Ted Danson/Robin Thicke/Jon Heder

Release Date: 2006-10-03

The always charming TED DANSON visits with Ellen and chats about his return to television with his new sitcom "Help Me Help You (ABC, Tuesday @ 9:30pm)." Napoleon Dynamite himself, JON HEDER, visits Ellen for the first time and chats about his new film "School For Scoundrels." One of Ellen's favorite singers, ROBIN THICKE, performs a song from his critically acclaimed album "The Evolution of Robin Thicke." Plus, professional racecar driver Katherine Legge shares her near-death experience when she survived one of the most horrific crashes in the sport's history.

Episode 23 - Evangeline Lilly/Jesse Metcalfe

Release Date: 2006-10-04

The lovely EVANGELINE LILLY visits with Ellen and chats about the much anticipated season premiere of "Lost" (ABC, Wednesday @ 9pm). Plus, Ellen has a first look at Evangeline's "Kate" action figure. Heartthrob JESSE METCALFE drops by to fill Ellen in on his return to "Desperate Housewives (ABC, Sunday @ 9pm)." And, don't miss more of Ellen's "Wednesday's Wunnerful World of Web Videos!"

Episode 24 - John Stamos/Andy Roddick/Prince Lorenzo Borghese

Release Date: 2006-10-05

The always charming JOHN STAMOS talks with Ellen about becoming a regular on the hit drama "ER (NBC, Thursday @ 10pm)" and touring with the Beach Boys this past summer. Plus, tennis superstar ANDY RODDICK puts his serve to a good cause when he attempts to win a prize for the audience with a percentage of the proceeds donated to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. And, the new "Bachelor," Prince Lorenzo Borghese, chats with Ellen about romancing the bachelorettes in Rome for the new season of "The Bachelor (ABC, Monday @ 9pm)."

Episode 25 - Marcia Cross/Rod Stewart/Mike Holmes

Release Date: 2006-10-06

MARCIA CROSS drops by and chats about expecting twins and how she hides her bump on Wisteria Lane (Desperate Housewvies (ABC, Sunday @ 9pm)). Ellen is also joined by legendary singer ROD STEWART who performs "Have You Ever Seen The Rain." Plus, MIKE HOLMES, host of Discovery Home Channel's "Holmes on Homes," is here to show viewers the right tool for the right job. And, don't miss another installment of WRITE ON, when Ellen reads your e-mails.

Episode 26 - Leah Remini/Barry Watson/Monica

Release Date: 2006-10-09

It's Ellen's Columbus Day celebration, and the always entertaining LEAH REMINI drops by to help Ellen choose an outfit for her upcoming hosting duties at the Oscars. Plus, don't miss a "Dancing with the Stars (ABC, Tuesday and Wednesday @ 8pm)" extravaganza when JOEY LAWRENCE, MARIO LOPEZ, MONIQUE COLEMAN and their partners strut their stuff! Making his first appearance on the show, BARRY WATSON talks about life after "7th Heaven (The CW, Monday @ 8pm)" and his new series, "What About Brian?" R&B sensation MONICA performs "Everytime Tha Beat Drop," with a special appearance by the music video's two charming kid dancers.

Episode 27 - Wanda Sykes/Justin Chambers

Release Date: 2006-10-10

It's a party you don't want to miss when Ellen makes a special surprise announcement with incredible prizes for the audience and some viewers at home… maybe even YOU! Plus, the hilarious WANDA SYKES stops by and talks about the release of her DVD, "Wanda Sykes: Sick and Tired." And, JUSTIN CHAMBERS, one of the hottest stars from one of the hottest shows, "Grey's Anatomy (ABC, Thursday @ 9pm)," talks about the show's new season.

Episode 28 - Tiger Woods/America Ferrera

Release Date: 2006-10-11

The man who changed golf forever, TIGER WOODS, visits the show for the first time. Tiger discusses his last tournament win as well as his top selling video game, "Tiger Woods: PGA Tour 07." Plus, from Ellen's new favorite show, "Ugly Betty (ABC, Thursday @ 8pm)," the talented AMERICA FERRERA drops by and chats about the critically acclaimed series. And, don't miss more of Ellen's "Wednesday's Wunnerful World of Web Videos!"

Episode 29 - Allison Janney/Emeril Lagasse/Chingy

Release Date: 2006-10-12

The unpredictable ALLISON JANNEY visits with Ellen, and you never know what will happen when these the two get together. New Orleans' own celebrity chef, EMERIL LAGASSE, stops by for the first time and talks about his new book, "Emeril's There's a Chef in My World!" Making his first talk show appearance ever, ERIC DANE of "Grey's Anatomy (ABC, Thursday @ 9pm)" visits with Ellen and chats about the fascination with his character know as "McSteamy" on the hit series. Hip-hop superstar CHINGY performs "Pullin' Me Back" from his new CD, "Hoodstar."

Episode 30 - Calista Flockhart/Def Leppard

Release Date: 2006-10-13

The lovely CALISTA FLOCKHART makes her first appearance on the show and chats about her return to television with the hit drama "Brothers & Sisters (ABC, Sunday @ 10pm)." TY PENNINGTON shares heartwarming stories from his hit show, "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition (ABC, Sunday @ 8pm)." DEF LEPPARD, perform their classic "Pour Some Sugar On Me." And, don't miss another installment of WRITE ON, when Ellen reads your e-mails.

Episode 31 - Bob Newhart, Amber Tamblyn, hypnotist Paul McKenna

Release Date: 2006-10-16

Episode 33 - Heidi Klum / John Krasinski

Release Date: 2006-10-18

Today's guests are Heidi Klum (Project Runway) and John Krasinski (The Office).

Episode 34 - Jeff Corwin, Faith Hill

Release Date: 2006-10-19

Episode 35 - Hugh Jackman / Sarah McLachlan

Release Date: 2006-10-20

Find out if Ellen did her "Life List" Spanish homework when Spanish teacher Monica Pena returns to give Ellen another hysterical lesson. Plus, he sings! He dances! And now he's a magician - HUGH JACKMAN visits with Ellen and talks about his much anticipated film "The Prestige." CHI McBRIDE drops by to talk about his exciting new hit show, "The Nine (ABC, Wednesday @ 10pm)." Get ready for some holiday spirit when songstress SARAH McLACHLAN performs "River" from her first holiday CD, "Wintersong." Plus, Ellen lets you sound off when she reads your e-mails in another edition of "WRITE ON."

Episode 36 - Kirsten Dunst/Judge Joe Brown

Release Date: 2006-10-23

JUDGE JOE BROWN stops by to lay down the law! Judge Ellen & Judge Joe Brown go head-to-head, but whose verdict will stand? The lovely KIRSTEN DUNST visits and Ellen asks the question everyone wants answered... who is Kirsten dating? Kirsten also teaches Ellen to walk like a proper lady as she did in her film, "Marie Antoinette." You've been waiting a week and now it's finally here; don't miss the WORLD PREMIERE of ELLEN'S new American Express commercial! Ellen also introduces you to one of her commercial's co-stars. And, the latest tiara wearing cast-off from "The Bachelor: Rome," ERICA ROSE, also known as "The Socialite" drops by.

Episode 37 - Tina Fey/Katharine Heigl/Corrinne Bailey Rae

Release Date: 2006-10-24

Comedian TINA FEY, creator of the new comedy "30 Rock (NBC, Wednesday @ 8pm)," gets a firsthand lesson on how to be a host from the queen of talk shows herself, ELLEN. Will Tina make the cut as Ellen's stand-in? "Grey's Anatomy (ABC, Thursday @ 9pm)" star KATHERINE HEIGL talks about her romantic engagement to her musician boyfriend. And, can Ellen get to the truth about the rumors of on-set drama on "Grey's"? CORINNE BAILEY RAE performs "Put Your Records On" from her self-titled debut CD (in stories June 20, 2006). Kyle Paxman, known as the "JILTED BRIDE," who discovered her fiancé was being unfaithful six weeks before her wedding, shares her inspiring story of how she turned heartbreak into an amazing accomplishment.

Episode 38 - Annette Benning/JoJo

Release Date: 2006-10-25

The WINNNER of "PROJEC RUNWAY," Jeffrey Sebelia, joins Ellen and answers the rumors of his cheating in the competition and brings a sketch of a dress for Ellen to wear to the Oscars. It's Wednesday, which means it's time for "Ellen's Wednesday's Wunnerful World of Web Videos!" Golden Globe winner ANNETTE BENING visits with Ellen and talks about "Oscar Buzz" for her critically acclaimed film "Running With Scissors." Annette also chats about how she juggles her family of five with her career. And, pop sensation JOJO performs her huge #1 hit, "Too Little Too Late," from her upcoming CD, "The High Road (in stores, Oct 17, 06)."

Episode 39 - Amanda Peet/Rick Smith Jr.

Release Date: 2006-10-26

The always charming AMANDA PEET visits with Ellen and talks all about her first pregnancy, her recent nuptials and her hit series, "Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip(NBC, Monday @ 10)." Ellen tutors DJ Jonny for his upcoming driver's test. But how are jumping jacks and push-ups involved? Plus, a Halloween kids fashion show. And, you won't believe your eyes when VEGGIE CARD CUTTER, Rick Smith Jr., takes the floor. Rick can cut vegetables by throwing playing cards and holds the world record for throwing a card 216 ft 4 inches!

Episode 40 - Jon Cryer/Aaron Neville/Sharon Karriem

Release Date: 2006-10-27

Ellen checks in on her hometown, New Orleans. Joining her is New Orleans native AARON NEVILLE, who discusses his personal struggle with the effects of Hurricane Katrina and performs "Stand By Me" from his new CD, "Bring It On Home...The Soul Classics." Plus, Ellen has a HUGE surprise for her audience and some lucky home viewers! Becky Zaheri, founder of the "Katrina Krewe," updates Ellen on their progress, and we check in on SHARON KARRIEM, who received a Quiznos from Ellen after the hurricane destroyed her business. JON CRYER stops by to chat about his hit show, "Two and a Half Men (CBS, Monday @ 9pm)." And, Ellen meets Guyland Leday, a 9-year-old accordion prodigy, who will perform with Terrance Simien & the Zydeco Experience

Episode 41 - Tyra Banks, Barry Manilow

Release Date: 2006-10-30

The multi-talented host TYRA BANKS ("Tyra Bank Show" & "American's Next Top Model (The CW, Wednesday @ 8pm)") stops by to chat with Ellen about her multiple career successes. Plus, find out how Tyra pulled off one of the biggest pranks on Ellen's very set! Hey Fanilows! Get ready to sing along when the one and only BARRY MANILOW performs "Can't Take My Eyes Off of You" from his hit CD "The Greatest Songs of the Sixties." Then, Ellen helps you get in the Halloween spirit when she checks in on the "Pumpkin House" in West Virginia decked out in over 3,000 pumpkins! And, Ellen lets you sound off when she reads your e-mails in another hilarious edition of "WRITE ON." Plus, someone's got an evil twin we've never seen before. Who could it be?