Ellen Pompeo Celebrates Hollywood Walk of Fame Star With Family

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Ellen Pompeo has solidified her place in Hollywood history, concretely so with a star on the Walk of Fame. Known for her role on Grey’s Anatomy, Pompeo was joined by her husband, Chris Ivery, and their children at a special ceremony held on Tuesday, April 29.

Ellen Pompeo honored with star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

Over two decades, Ellen Pompeo has solidified her status as a key figure in 21st-century television through her remarkable portrayal of Meredith Grey on the hit ABC series Grey’s Anatomy. Starting from the show’s debut in 2005, she transitioned from an inexperienced intern to a commanding surgeon. Recently, her contributions were acknowledged with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, celebrating her enduring legacy.

During her speech, Ellen Pompeo acknowledged her children’s invaluable support, emphasizing that neither success nor achieving it comes effortlessly or quickly; rather, it requires the collective efforts of many. She affectionately expressed her love to Stella and Eli, also giving a special mention to her absent child, Sienna. Moreover, she publicly thanked Shonda Rhimes, the mastermind behind Grey’s Anatomy, for enabling her to successfully juggle motherhood with a flourishing career by allowing her to maintain a career, earn income, and continue being a mother. (People Magazine)

Ellen Pompeo became one of the highest-paid television actresses due to Grey’s Anatomy’s immense popularity. However, her fame didn’t consume her entirely; she has been a vocal proponent for wage equality and diversity within Hollywood, leveraging her influence to drive change. Recently, Ellen received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, following Grey’s Anatomy’s 20th anniversary celebration. Although she no longer holds a full-time role, her enduring impact as one of TV’s most memorable surgeons continues to be unparalleled.

In an interview on Jimmy Kimmel Live, Ellen Pompeo shared that while Grey’s Anatomy is a hit, her husband hasn’t tuned in once. Similarly, their daughter Stella quit watching after a sad character death. Recalling the reaction, Pompeo said, “When they saw George O’Malley die, they said, ‘I’m done, I can’t handle it anymore.'” Her younger daughter, Sienna, wants to watch, but Pompeo isn’t quite ready yet.

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2025-04-30 10:12