About Ellen

Ellen Pompeo’s career began with guest roles in TV series, such as ‘Law & Order’, ‘Strangers with Candy’ and ‘Friends’. In 2002 she played an important role in the film ‘Moonlight Mile’. Pompeo’s performance in the film was appreciated and the critics felt that she deserved an Academy Award for this role. She appeared in many other films including ‘Catch Me If You Can’, ‘Daredevil’, ‘Art Heist. In 2005, she started portraying the role of Dr. Meredith Grey, the lead character in the TV series ‘Grey’s Anatomy’. The role has earned her international popularity and has also made her one of the highest paid TV actresses worldwide. She has also directed one episode and has been serving as a producer since 2017.