The former talk show host revealed the news during her Netflix comedy special For Your Approval in September 2024, speaking candidly about aging and the unexpected challenges she has faced.

Ellen said she was diagnosed with osteoporosis, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). She discovered she had osteoporosis after undergoing a bone-density test, joking that she felt as fragile as a “human sandcastle.”

She also explained that therapy helped her understand her mental health, including symptoms she had not fully recognized before. Ellen spoke openly about the difficulties of getting older and how these discoveries changed her perspective.

Despite the challenges, she used her trademark humor to discuss a deeply personal subject, reminding fans that even people who spend their lives making others laugh can face difficult moments behind the scenes. ❤️🌹