Ellen wanted an exciting show today -- and she's getting it! The last time LAUREN GRAHAM was on, she told Ellen to refer to her as "the always energetic Lauren Graham." So today, "the always energetic Lauren Graham" will keep everyone laughing as she tells Ellen about her new show, "Parenthood." Then, the US was well represented by the Olympic women skiers -- especially LINDSEY VONN. She's won two medals so far, one of them gold! Today she'll tell Ellen all about her big wins. Also, Ellen's Winter Win Storm strikes again, when one lucky audience member gets a huge surprise from Ellen -- in their own home! And Ellen has another batch of hilarious web videos you'll love.

It's Ellen's first night live on "American Idol" and she's ready to go! Tonight the Top 24 start competing for the ultimate title. Sadly, SHELBY DRESSEL will not be one of them. Ellen thought she was an amazing singer, so she invited her to perform right here on the show! Then, if you thought EWAN MCGREGOR couldn't get any sexier, you were wrong -- he's just been knighted! Today the nobleman is stopping by to tell Ellen all about his new movie, "Ghost Writer." Also, GORDON RAMSAY doesn't hold back criticism on his show, "Kitchen Nightmares." How will he react to Ellen's kitchen etiquette -- and her tendency to dip into the ingredients? We'll find out when he teaches Ellen how to make a delicious meal.

It's Mardi Gras today, and there's a lot to celebrate! The New Orleans Saints just won the Super Bowl and the city is going crazy. Ellen will have a camera in her hometown to chat live with people there -- and she has a huge Mardi Gras surprise in store for someone! And here in the studio, someone is going to get a little closer to winning a brand new GMC Terrain! It's Day 2 of Game Week with some of the biggest prizes ever -- you might win at home too! Then, it's been over ten years since SADE released a new album, but the wait is over! The new album "Soldier of Love" has just been released, and Ellen absolutely loves it! She's here to perform in a rare appearance you won't want to miss! Also, Ellen predicted that ALI might win the heart of "The Bachelor" this season, but Ali surprised everyone when she was forced to choose between her job and the show -- and chose her job. Today Ellen will find out if she regrets her decision

The big day is finally here -- Ellen's exciting debut on "American Idol" is tonight! Hollywood Week begins, and she'll sit at the judges' bench for the first time. You don't want to miss what she's doing today to get ready! Then, you can't help but fall in love with BRADLEY COOPER. The gorgeous guy is in the movie "Valentine's Day," in which he reunites with former co-star Julia Roberts. And speaking of love, EMILY BLUNT recently became engaged to John Krasinski. Ellen hasn't received the wedding invitation yet, but Emily probably just wanted to hand-deliver it. Also, this weekend Ellen sent two audience members to the Super Bowl with all-access passes -- and today they'll show her all the exciting behind-the-scenes moments!

Ellen loves the best, and "NCIS: Los Angeles" is the best-rated new show of the season, so today LL COOL J is stopping by to tell Ellen all about the success. He's here fresh from presenting at the Grammys! Then, SERENA WILLIAMS just won the Australian Open, so what is she going to do next? Visit Ellen! She'll celebrate her big win today. Also, from another top show, "Grey's Anatomy," JESSICA CAPSHAW will be here. Then, everyone loves "Bad Paid-For Photos," so today you'll have another chance to feel better about yourself when Ellen shows off another batch of embarrassing pictures. She's received a lot of submissions and picked the absolute best for today. Or the worst. You know what we mean.

It's a huge day today! It's Ellen's Birthday Bash and her favorite people are here to celebrate! It's going to be a day full of surprises -- for Ellen, for her audience, and for you! Starting the party will be one of her favorite "Idol" alums, the one and only ADAM LAMBERT. Ellen loves him, and he'll give a special birthday performance for her. Then, Ellen's good friend, the very funny HARRY CONNICK JR. will keep the fun going with some laughs and a game (hopefully he'll do better than last time he was here). Also, here to celebrate is the hilarious WILL ARNETT. His wife, Amy Poehler, was here last year for Ellen's birthday and brought a 250-foot roll of bubble wrap! Who knows what Will's bringing today?! And to keep everyone dancing, five dancers from "This Is It" will be here, and they're bringing a special birthday present! We've got even more birthday surprises planned, but you'll have to watch to find out!

DOUGLAS MURPHY is the true definition of a hero. He's an average guy who just happened to be waiting for a subway train when an elderly woman was accidentally pushed off the platform. He risked his life to save her -- just seconds before a train arrived -- and now he's here to tell Ellen all about it! If you've been following Ellen's tweets, you know that she loves the new musician MATT MORRIS. He was discovered by JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE; was the first musician signed to Justin's label -- and is now here to perform for Ellen! And who better to introduce Matt than the guy who found him? Justin Timberlake himself will be here! Then, JEFF BRIDGES has been nominated for four Academy Awards, and starred in an incredible variety of movies. Now he gets to add "talk show guest" to the list when he sits down with Ellen to talk about his latest project. Then, if you were a successful fashion designer who was dressing the stars, what would you want to do next? TOM FORD decided to direct movies! It was the right decision -- his debut film, "A Single Man," is getting Oscar buzz!

Ellen has her work cut out for her if she wants to achieve her goal for 2010: world domination. But if there's one person who can give her some advice, it's BETTE MIDLER. Bette may not have conquered the world, but she's come close! At the very least, she's conquered Las Vegas, where after two years she's ending her show later this month, but not without first stopping by to chat with Ellen! Then, one of Ellen's favorite shows this season is "Modern Family," and today the absolutely hilarious ERIC STONESTREET will be here to share all the behind-the-scenes details. Also, many people have considered going vegan but thought it would be too hard. Ellen has shown everyone just how easy it can be, and today CHEF TAL RONNEN will be here to teach one of his easy-to-make and delicious vegan recipes from his new cookbook, "The Conscious Cook." We know what you'll be making for dinner tonight!

Helen Mirren will be appearing for the first time on the Ellen Show. She will be talking about her role as the wife of Leo Tolstoy in the new movie "The Station". She won an Academy Award for her role as Queen of England and she is an incredible actress. Then one of Ellen's favorite kids, Emily Bear, is back to play for us on the piano and fill us in on what she is doing now a days. Lastly, Ke$ha, probably unkown to you will be singing her famous song "TiK ToK" from her new album "Animal".