Ellen Degeneres grins happily as she dances with children's choir... amid reports she and wife Portia de Rossi are 'working out' their problems
She and wife Portia de Rossi are rumoured to be facing marriage troubles.
But Ellen Degeneres appeared not to have a care in the world in a new promo for season 12 of her talk show.
The 56-year-old was seen grinning happily as she danced with the Detroit Academy Of Arts And Sciences Choir (DAAS) in behind-the-scenes shots of the campaign.
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Not a care in the world! Ellen Degeneres grinned happily as she danced with a children's choir from Detroit in a new promo for season 12 of her talk show
The comedian, who is known for her love of dancing, is seen busting some moves as she stands in front of the group of children, clad in their school uniform as they move to the music.
Ellen is dressed in a light grey suit paired with a blue shirt and white sneakers.
She larks around as she and the children pose for photographs, before shaking hands and chatting with the students.
In her element: The comedian, who is known for her love of dancing, is seen busting some moves as she stands in front of the group of children, clad in their school uniform as they move to the music
Signature style: Ellen is dressed in a light grey suit paired with a blue shirt and white sneakers
Love what you do: Ellen posed for a picture with the children, displaying her youthful exuberance as she sat on the edge of the stage
Generous with her time: Ellen larked around with the children before shaking hands and chatting with them
Meanwhile, Ellen and her wife Portia have been hit with rumours once again that their marriage is on their rocks.
An insider recently opened up to People Magazine about the much-discussed couple, providing details into the current state of their relationship.
The pair - who married in 2008 - have faced their own fair share of challenges, a fact that has prompted the pair to 'work out' their issues.
'They've had their ups and downs...Portia has been very outspoken about previous issues, like her eating disorder, and she's good at seeking help when she needs to,' the source stated.
'They've worked out difficulties in the past, and no doubt they're trying to work out any problems right now,' the insider elaborated.
Ordinary people: Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi's marriage has preserved through rumours and speculation - here the couple is pictured at Arianna Huffington's book party in Beverly Hills in May 2014
Certainly the Ally McBeal star has not shied away from opening up about her struggles with anorexia and bulimia, a topic that was thoroughly explored in her 2011 memoir, Unbearable Lightness.
And though she's since triumphed over her eating disorder, it was discovered that in early May the actress had reportedly checked into rehab at Passages Malibu.
According to InTouch, following a confrontation from Ellen, the Arrested Development actress to sought treatment for drug and alcohol issues at the famed rehabilitation.
Smitten: The pair looked happy as they wrapped their arms around each other in New York City in June 2014
A source allegedly told the magazine: 'They got into an ugly fight...Portia hadn’t been happy for a while and was drinking and isolating [herself], and Ellen confronted her.'
Though it was reported the talk show host frequently visited her wife during her 30 day program, the source said the strain has also arisen from their hobby of renovating homes.
'At times Portia felt overwhelmed at all that goes into redoing a house and moving to another, no matter how lucrative it may be,' the source said.
Bliss: The couple - married in 2008 - were the picture of happiness as they strolled through West Hollywood in November 2013
'She felt like she was doing everything herself and needed some downtime.'
Most recently, the couple sold a home to Sean Parker, co-founder of Napster, TMZ reports.
The home - which was purchased for $40 million by Ellen - was bought for $55 million by the entrepreneur, the website adds.
Picture perfect: The pair couldn't contain their happiness as they attended the SPOT! Benefit in Los Angeles in October 2013
Yet no matter their personal woes, the source adds the couple are still happy being married.
'They both love to celebrate special occasions and holidays, and their wedding anniversary is no different. They usually celebrate with a big party and invite a lot of friends,' the source added.
'They really are a lovely couple. They enjoy being married, and it shows.'
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