A new episode of "The Ellen Degeneres Show" will be on this Monday, Labor Day! She's my favorite comedian, and a person insiration to me. Season 3 wasn't supposed to start until Tuesday, Sept. 6 2005. But in response to Hurricane Katrina, she has filmed a special fundraiser episode in which Warner Bros. is donating $500,000 and has pledged to match donations up to another $500,000...totally a potential donation of over $1 Million.

I am so glad that she will have a special episode for the relief efforts. Be sure to watch it. You can find out more information on Ellen's website.

Ellen grew up near New Orleans and the hurricane has been a devastation to her and her family. If you haven't donated already, please help.