Ellen DeGeneres, the former host of The Ellen DeGeneres Show, celebrated her 66th birthday in a unique and trendy way. Jumping on the burn-away cake bandwagon, DeGeneres opted for a special confection that has been taking the internet by storm. This viral trend, known as the burn-away cake, has gained popularity on platforms like TikTok, with the hashtag #burnawaycake amassing nearly 150 million views.
In a video shared on Instagram, DeGeneres showcased her burn-away cake. The top layer of the cake, which had the words 'Happy Birthday' written on it, was lit with a lighter and slowly burned off from the center outward. As the flames consumed the top layer, it revealed the second part of the message, which read 'Ellen,' along with several pickleballs – a nod to one of DeGeneres' favorite activities.
Amidst the burning spectacle, DeGeneres and her loved ones, including her wife, Portia de Rossi, serenaded her with birthday wishes. The comedian expressed her amazement at the unique cake and exclaimed, 'How do they do it?' Clearly, DeGeneres was thrilled to be a part of this fiery birthday tradition.
DeGeneres devoted a dedicated post on social media to showcase her burn-away cake, which was created by celebrity baker @myfairycake. The sides of the cake were adorned not only with pickleballs but also pickleball paddles, adding an extra touch of personalization and creativity to the confection. Accompanying the photos, DeGeneres expressed her gratitude for the wonderful birthday and thanked everyone for their sweet wishes, especially her wife, Portia de Rossi.
However, the burn-away cake wasn't the only highlight of DeGeneres' birthday celebration. She also engaged in a workout, a video of which was proudly shared by de Rossi on Instagram. In the clip, DeGeneres humorously questioned whether her physique was an accurate representation of a 66-year-old, to which de Rossi responded, 'It's what your 66 looks like.' Clearly, DeGeneres is defying age norms and maintaining her vitality.
In a heartfelt caption accompanying the video, de Rossi paid a sweet tribute to her wife, describing her as the strongest, sweetest, and most brilliant person she knows. De Rossi expressed her gratitude for being able to share an incredible life with DeGeneres and ended the message by proclaiming her love.
Ellen DeGeneres' burn-away cake experience showcased her ability to stay current with viral trends, even on her birthday. This unique and visually stunning cake added an element of excitement and surprise to her celebration. Moreover, her dedication to health and fitness further reinforces her energetic and lively spirit. Undoubtedly, fans are eager to see what other memorable moments DeGeneres has in store for the future.
