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Ellen Pompeo Says Exiting ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ “Would Make No Sense, Emotionally or Financially” • Apr. 16, 2025, 4:50 AM ET (The Hollywood Reporter)
Ellen Pompeo says Taylor Swift wrote her a check for charity 'without blinking an eye' • Apr. 4, 2025, 5:10 AM ET (USA Today)
Ellen Pompeo Says Taylor Swift Wrote the “Biggest Check” for Children’s Charity “Without Blinking an Eye” • Apr. 3, 2025, 7:24 AM ET (The Hollywood Reporter)
Ellen Pompeo Says Taylor Swift Wrote Her ‘The Biggest Check’ for Children’s Charity ‘Without Blinking’ • Apr. 2, 2025, 8:02 AM ET (Billboard)

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Also Known As Ellen Kathleen Pompeo
Born November 10, 1969 (age 55) • Everett • Massachusetts

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