Top 10 Ellen Guests

#10: Jennifer Aniston

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Jennifer Aniston is a highly successful and gorgeous actress with decades of respected work under her belt. She’ll forever be known as Rachel from “Friends,” however, and as this show fades into the past, we’re eager for visits down memory lane. Aniston has appeared on “Ellen” several times, and her sitcom success is almost certain to come up in conversation—typically in a meta and hilarious fashion. The two aren’t afraid to broach serious topics as well, such as Aniston’s rebuke of tabloid culture, which is as relevant now as it was ten years ago. The chemistry’s there, and we’re sure for a good time when these two get together.

Ellen knows how to engage with celebrities like no other talk show host out there, but oftentimes it’s her younger guests that we love the most. Sophia Grace and Rosie are two young girls who have been on “Ellen” a number of times. Their favorite topic of conversation is Nicki Minaj, and we’re lucky enough to hear their talented performances on the show from time to time. Perhaps the most electrifying moment with these adorable girls is when they were introduced to their hero. Even with this sensational moment well in the past, these guests are certain not to disappoint, and more than likely leave us gushing over England’s two most adorable children.

Since “The Hunger Games,” Jennifer Lawrence has become one of the biggest stars in Hollywood, and the Oscars are all but guaranteed to feature her on any given year. This star power may seem likely to make Lawrence appear out of touch, but her memorable appearances on “Ellen” assure us that this is not the case. Whether appearing along with Chris Pratt after their release of “Passengers” and engaging in charming banter, or simply relaying anecdotes about home life, Ellen knows how to bring out the best of this talented yet down-to-earth movie star.

Setting aside his enormous musical talent, Bruno Mars has charisma levels that are off the chart. He could read ingredients off a cereal box to Ellen and we’d still feel compelled to tune in. Instead, in the many guest appearances on Ellen’s show, Bruno never shies away from hilarious pranks and reminding us that he’s incredible with kids as well. Ellen loves her pranks, and he’s more than happy to join in on the fun too. What’s clear is these two will never shy away from the topic on their minds, even if it’s tough to discuss, such as vocal criticisms of Bruno’s Super Bowl performance.

#6: Steve Carell

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Since his days as the loveable, yet socially inept, boss in “The Office,” there’s been no question about Steve Carell’s prowess as a funnyman. As the queen of pranks, it’s hard to believe that anyone would be able to take Ellen on, but Steve’s the guy for the job. It’s not just prank wars that make these two perfect for hilarious entertainment, but even the simple anecdotes such as asking a girl on a date. With Steve’s dry storytelling and Ellen’s even drier commentary, they somehow manage to keep a straight face while the audience is left in tears. And that makes Steve a guest more than welcome to come back time and time again.

#5: Sofia Vergara

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The stunningly beautiful “Modern Family” star has been on “Ellen” several times up to this point. Whenever these two get together, we know we’re in for a treat. Ellen and Sofia found their niche long ago, and there is certain to be goofy games played whenever they get together on stage. Perhaps it’s their competitive banter or the hilarious jokes that we love. They tend to straddle the line between playful and hostile, and several misunderstandings are all but certain to ensue. When Sofia and Ellen sit down, it’s nearly impossible not to have an ear-to-ear grin by their segment’s end.

#4: Kai

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There’s plenty of eye candy to ogle at on Ellen’s show, but no man will ever make our hearts melt like Kai Langer. He’s made several appearances on the show up to this point, and cuteness levels have continually been off the charts. Perhaps it’s that adorable fedora and his sweet comments toward Ellen that peak our interest, but his musical performances are what make him by far one of the best things about the show. One thing’s for certain, this kid is gonna have to fight the ladies off with a stick in a few years.

Ellen has perfected the art of subtly teasing a guest, and this impeccable talent fits perfectly with her frequent guest, Taylor Swift. Whether she’s playing along or not, it’s always fun to watch Ellen push Taylor’s buttons, while Taylor fights to keep her composure. In fact, the subject matter of their conversations almost always appears to be rather absurd. Whether they’re discussing sea urchins, or jamming on the guitar, these two are just so silly together, especially when you throw Zac Efron into the mix. Whether acknowledging the elephant in the room, or satirizing a perceived image of Taylor, they have a formula that works quite well together.

Ellen’s anything but a one trick pony. When she has a guest appear multiple times, they make sure to have more than one shtick to keep us entertained. Notably, Britney doing “Gangnam Style” was certain to break the Internet, and solidify her as a legendary guest on Ellen’s show. Years later, the two are happy to try new things together whenever Britney makes appearances on the show. This is perfectly exemplified in their mall shenanigans, as the powerful, rich, and famous celebrities obtusely peruse the store, to a hilarious effect. These two together is a clear argument that Britney’s celebrity days are far from over. Before we unveil our number one pick, here are a few honorable mentions: Justin Bieber Meryl Streep Portia de Rossi

#1: Ryan Gosling

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Ellen is a pro at teasing her guests, but there’s one man who can dish it out right back at her. Whenever Gosling comes on the show, he has this far off look in his eyes, and his own idea of where the conversation should go. Maybe he thinks Ellen is mad at him, maybe he wants to educate her on hydration. It goes without saying that Gosling’s easy on the eyes, and he’s proven himself as a funny guy in the past as well, but there’s a synergy between these two that is greater than the sum of its parts. Ellen’s one of the best talk show hosts out there, and Ryan knows how to bring out her best. Do you agree with our list? Which Ellen guest is your favorite? For more charming Top 10s published every day, be sure to subscribe to MsMojo.