The Australian-American actress and model, Portia de Rossi was born on 31st January, 1973 to Margaret and Barry Rogers. Her professional career began as a child when she started doing the print and TV commercials after which she decided to enter the field of acting. The film debut of Portia came with 1994 movie Sirens after which she has successfully landed roles in a number of more popular films such as Scream 2, Stigmata, I Witness and Cursed. But the major source of her success has been the work Portia has done over the television. Right from the beginning, she had notable roles in two TV series, Too Something and Nick Freno: Licensed Teacher. Soon after that, her international fame expanded furthermore when she became part of the main cast of TV series, Ally McBeal. Some of her later successful television projects include Arrested Development, Nip/Tuck, Better Off Ted and Scandal. While when it comes to her personal life, Portia de Rossi remained married to Mel Metcalfe from 1996 to 1999. She later came out as a lesbian and dated director Francesca Gregorini for a few years before having a relationship with Ellen DeGeneres, whom Portia married during 2008.
Portia de Rossi Personal Details:
- Complete Name: Portia Lee James DeGeneres
- Nicknames: Portia de Rossi
- Date of Birth: 31 January, 1973
- Birthplace: Horsham, Victoria, Australia
- Occupation: Actress, Model
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
- Eye Color: Blue
- Hair Color: Blonde
Portia de Rossi Body Measurements Height Weight Bra Size Vital Stats
Portia de Rossi Family Details:
- Father: Barry Rogers
- Mother: Margaret (Medical Receptionist)
- Siblings: Michael Rogers (Older Brother)
- Spouse: Ellen DeGeneres (m. 2008), Mel Metcalfe (m. 1996–1999)
- Children: None
Portia de Rossi Career Highlights:
- First Film: Sirens (1994)
- First TV Show: Too Something (1995)
Portia de Rossi Body Measurements:
Checkout the complete Portia de Rossi body measurements listed below including the details about actress height, weight, hip, bust, waist, bra cup, dress and shoe size.
- Height: 5′ 7″ (170 cm)
- Weight: 57 kg (126 pounds)
- Bra Size: 32A
- Cup Size: A
- Shoe Size: 8 (US)
- Dress Size: 2 (US)
- Body Measurements: 33-24-35
Portia de Rossi Interesting Facts:
- The actress is a vegan.
- She married her ex-husband Mel Metcalfe in order to get an American green card.
- Her birth name is Amanda Lee Rogers but she never liked it so adopted the name Portia, a character from The Merchant of Venice by William Shakespeare and de Rossi for an Italian element.