Excuse me... I am very confused. What ever happened to the 10 commandments. What Ellen and all of California is doing is wrong. You will know what I mean if you don't repent and spend eternity in hell. You'll wish that you listened to all of the Christians of today. KSK

kim, Lakeland, USA

Thank you Reverend Williams, it is so nice to read comments like yours from someone in the church.
Whatever people think of homosexuality we don't deserve to be judged for who we are. We deserve to be left to love who we love.
"Give us also the right to our existence"
Congrats Portia and Ellen

Alex, London, UK

Just because same sex couples cannot anatomically have children does not mean they should not have the right to get married. There should be no judge. All that should matter is the people are happy and willing to spend there lives together. Everyone should get that right. Congrats to the both ofthem

Sam, Dover, NH, usa

I may be a little dense, but I don't understand the concern> More power to them and I wish them luck in their future

sandra, slbuquerque, USA

Divorce rates are high in this country, unfortunately. But that doesn’t mean a man and a woman shouldn't marry. I don’t fully understand the attraction that same-sex feel. But, I do know it is unnatural. Two women, anatomically, cannot naturally produce a baby . Voters voted. Judges should honor it.

Jared, Burley, USA

Congrats Ellen and Portia!!!! All the best wishes!!!

susan , harbeson, de,

To: Nancy in Grosse Point

Gay's are our brothers, sisters, mothers, fathers, daughter and sons and our friends and co workers. I am so proud of my gay daughter, it takes courage to be who you were meant to be. How dare you say she should have less rights than you. Shame on you.

susan , harbeson, de,

Congrates Ellen and Portia. To hear what was said about marrying same sex is great. I was recently engaged to my girlfriend Samantha and we have been together for about 10 months. I'm the most happiest person in the word when i'm with her and soon i hope to be where you are and marry her someday.

Meghan, Franklin, Ky, USA

Congratulations to Ellen and Portia and all of the other people who have gotten engaged this week, regardless of who they are! Ain't love grand?

maggie, schenectady, usa

I am happy for them, if that is what they want. I'm not against gays or lesbians and I'm not against their rights as a couple. Nevertheless, it does bother me that the California court overturned what was voted on by the majority of the people. Why put these issues on the ballots, then?

Kerri Tang, Lansing, Mi, USA

To Rebecca's reply "Lets imagine that the world was mainly gay & the minority of people were straight."

Well honey in that case, we wouldnt have to worry. We would have no more children so its the end of our kind. Bigger problem to worry about that the expression of feelings.

Dave, orange, usa

Lets imagine that the world was mainly gay & the minority of people were straight.Then imagine the straight people were not allowed to celebrate their love by getting married,because it made gay people "sick".Im sure Nancy, Grosse Point, would still want the right to marry who she loved.LOVE IS LOVE

Rebecca, Newcastle, NSW, Australia

carrie, sweetie it's the california supreme court not the federal supreme court.

califronia and massachusettes
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Caroline, Davidson, NC

Greg, Sorry if my comment offended you. I understood that it was the voters that passed the ban on same sex marriage. How is the legislature representing the majority of voters if they vote in opposition? My comment is more to the fact that the voter's voice is so easily disregarded-on any issue.

Becky, USA,

Hi Becky

Because the supreme court exists to interpret the consitutionality of laws. They deem it unconstitutional to pass a law that discriminates based on gender and sexual orientation. That's what checks and balances are for.

Carrie, Sherman Oaks, USA

I don't get what all the opposition is over. Two people love each other and want to commit to one another, through marriage, then so what? How are gay couples going to ruin "the sanctity of marriage" any more than the straight population are? We have it at a 50% divorce rate, for crying out loud!

Cheri, North Port, USA

I, as a Catholic, personally do not believe in same-sex marriages, but that doesn't mean they should be illegal! We Catholics believe in a one man and one woman union, but others don't, and that's fine! It's like trying to convince a Muslim to believe in Christ, not going to happen,let it be!

Jenni, Ashburn, United States

Becky, I am rather confused as to how "it bothers" you that the judges "overruled" the voting public. The California Legislature TWICE passed same-sex marriage. The legislators were directly elected by the citizens of California to represent them. You may wish to study up on your democracy.

Greg, Tallahassee, USA

Gays and Lesbians are a part of families.
They are your sons and daughters and mothers and fathers.
Whether you like them or not, they deserve full citizenship.

It used to be that the Bible to keep people of African ancestry as second class citizens.

"Love thy neighbor" is what Christ said.

Reverend William, Las Vegas, USA

Is it concerning to anyone that a group of judges can overrule what the voting public in California voted on? The people of California overruled same sex marriages by a fairly large margin, but a panel of 7 judges can rule and change that. No matter what the issue, that bothers me!

Becky, USA,

If we, straight people, can MARRY the one that we love why can't gays marry who they LOVE too? & people who pull "pro-creation" or family string, if you really think marriage is the the basis of procreation, why aren't you against people in live-in relationship? They are pro-creating w/o marriage.

Leibowitzn, San Francisco,

No problem with gay marriage. Hetro's have mucked it up, perhaps the gays will do better. However, it is the kind of social issue that should be decided by the voters state by state.

v racer, atlanta,

This is an attack on the family, no doubt about it.

The family is the center and foundation of society, and it has been an anthropological and more importantly a sacred fact for thousands of years.

A society that forgets this is in great peril. May God send his son forth to straighten this out.

Jeff Johnson, collegeville, us

You asked your readers yesterday about Ellen's chances of winning an Emmy under these circumstances. Why don't you ask your readers which they think matters more to Ellen?

A) The Emmy

B) The legalization of same-sex marriages in California and the up coming marriage to Portia

Kae Schell, Middle Grove, United States

I'm latina living in Amsterdam. Grew up in a catholic, macho oriented culture educated by nuns. Never felt attracted to people of my gender but I learned to respect their ways, values & opinions. Both neighbors here are gay couples living happily. Isn't that life all about? The persue of happiness

Morena Gonzalez Castro de Hauser, Amsterdam, the Netherlands

No government has the right to tell its citizens when or whom to love. The only queer people are those who don't love anybody. ~Rita Mae Brown, speech, 28 August 1982

Congratulations.

Vanessa, Sydney, Australia

Against gay marriage? Don't get one, then. It's that simple. Worried about the sanctity of marriage? Have a word with Britney Spears and Elizabeth Taylor, and leave us alone.

Sophie, Liverpool,

Why is DeGeneres famous? She is just so dull, unfunny and frankly just plain in every sense of the word?

I would go so far as to say without her "hook" of being gay she would have slid from the public stage years ago.

Having said all that I wish her every success in her private life

Jon Quirk, Ulan Bator, Mongolia

I am a 61 year old female who was brought up very sheltered and old fashioned. I guess you can call me square. However, I love Ellen. I have no bad thoughts toward her. I see Ellen as a wonderful person with no labels. She is just Ellen, a wonderful person, who is very much in love. You go, girl!

Elaine, Danville, USA

As a homosexual and as a Christian, I find it appalling that my fellow believers would curse the equal rights and freedoms provided with the California Supreme Court ruling. What's sad is that so many who call themselves "Christians" act so unlike Christ. Gob bless you, Ellen.

Joey, Albuquerque, United States

Who are you people to judge? God is the ONLY one that has that right. Leave these people alone. Let them live their lives just as you do your own. What would you do if you loved someone and everyone told you no, you can't marry them, it's wrong? I'm not gay either. But, It's NONE of our business.

Jamie, Iowa, USA

It is out of ignorance that people think that "Same sex-couple to wed will contribute to the demise of our nation." I'll give you a hint there aren't enough educated people in this country that we have to bring foreign people to do the job.

Aimee, Los Angeles, USA

who cares? as long as 2 people love each other, it doesn't affect the sanctity of my heterosexual marriage. does ellen marrying portia really bother people more than say...
Nicholas Cage and Lisa Marie Presley - 3 months 15 days,
Jim Carrey and Lauren Holly 9 mths
Britney Spears and the vegas guy?

laura, cincinnati, oh

Honey...Being fruitful can come in many forms. Think of all of the orphaned /unwantedchildren in many foreign countries due to war, natural disasters, among many other reasons. Who says they can't "multiply" in that manner & actually provide loving, stable homes for such children?! CONGRATS LADIES!

Kari, Colorado Springs, USA

I agree that God Loves all, but let's be realistic here. If gays can get married, let's make adults have freedom to do anything! Let's let 3,4,5 people get married in a nice group. Polygamy? Sure! Why not? It's their choice! When you open th door and try and change one social aspect, you change all.

Allie, NY,

So Elizabeth...when did you make your choice to be straight? I am sure at some point in your life you had to exercise your free will and choose who you would fall in love with....haha.

bill, cleveland,

I am happy for them..it is not up to us to Judge, that is God's honor, and his alone. I think we should celabrate any one being happy.

Dee Hamblin, Jacksonville, USA

Why would anyone want to multiply when there is overpopulation in this world? So many kids need homes but we continue to "multiply". My boyfriend and I are gonna move to Cali for this reason alone. We can finally have the same rights as everyone else. Congrats Ellen and Portia!

Justin, Tucson, U.S.A.

I think it is sad that people cannot form beliefs on their own and have to rely on the bible to tell them what is right and what is wrong. I am a woman, happily married to a man and would hope that Ellen and Portia can find the same happiness and support from one another that my husband and I have.

Julie, wethersfield, ct, usa

Congratulations to them. They make a great couple and may they have a very happy and rewarding life together.

Patti, Jonesville,

Yay for equality!!! Finally a conscious ruling in California, now if only more states would follow its steps, that'll be something to see. Gratz Ellen!

Yvette, Miami, USA

Message to mike from Canada:

God didn't made them that way. He gave us free will, and that's what they chose. get that?

If they want to marry, then let them, but don't blame GOd for what he didn't do.

The only thing he has to do with Gay people is that he gave them and us all free will. M'kay?

Elizabeth, Cali, U.S.

I love Ellen and I think she is great but every time she gets a new girlfriend she wears and wedding band ~ does she really take this one serious??? Didn't she have some sort of a marriage with Anne ?? God love them both and good luck to them. May God Bless them.

Mary, Grandview, USA

God said we are to love the sinner but hate the sin in their lives. He also said homosexuality is an abomination before the Lord. Man is not to lie with man nor woman with woman. He also said they shall be stricken with blood-borne diseases. Yes, God loves everyone but despises sin and this is sin.

Catie, middleburg, usa

Yahoo for you and Portia...THANK YOU for helping to pave the way for us all to more freedom. We love you both!!!
Portia thanks for keeping Ellen's eyes so bright and glowing!!!

Jacqueline, Georgetown, Texas, usa

Good Lord - literally. God made us all - gay and straight. This is just one more step towards having full rights as a U.S. citizen. Gays and lesbians don't have the same constitutional rights as every other citizen. Get it? Jobs, housing, military service, marriage.

Grace, Avondale Estates, USA

I think it is fantastic! Finally we are starting to get with the times. Gay people should have the same rights as everyone else!! Congrats to Ellen and Portia and any other gay couple out there that has been fighting this whole time! I support and love you all!!!

Nina, Los Angeles,

What about over population?? The planet earth can not sustain the world at it's current rate of population growth. Our environment and our human existence as inhabitants of earth will only be assured if we stop overpopulation. So whatever!!! God loves, Honey, even you and same sex marriage!!

Catherine, London, Canada

I accept gay people, don't have to approve of gay lifestyle. Would never wish any harm on any of them. If it truly IS right though, God owes a BIG apology to the people of Sodom and Gommorah! We'll all know the absolute truth someday won't we?!

DBL, Modesto, USA

Love is what everyone needs. those who are so afraid or scare or narrow-minded are the one should be ban. they have problem accepting this world as a whole package.
It is a wonderful news! Congrats to them both.

MA, Arcadia, CA,

"even their women exchanged the natural use for what is against nature. Likewise also the men, leaving the natural use of the woman, burned in their lusts for one another, men with men committing what is shameful"
like forcing a puzzle piece where it doesn't fit, it's unnatural, therefore wrong

mike, h, Canada

Thank GOD we will finally be the kind people that "God" is supposed to advocate and FINALLY allow people (at least in one state in the U.S.) to follow their hearts and marry who they love. "God" is the one that made them that way... Kudos for them! Maybe Nancy, Grosse Pointe wasn't taught real love

Nancie, New York, United States

Im happy for them..we shouldnt be that soo selfish..they deserve theyre own happiness.. :) congrats ellen and portia

sissy, daly city, ca

For your information the Bible is nothing more than a history book written by man. Homosexuality is not a choice just like a color preference isn't. Jesus came to earth and never said anything about homosexuality; that is if you believe he is the son of God. God himself never talked in public!

Aimee, Los Angeles, USA

I am happy for them. Why do people use GOD to act self-rigtheous?and use it to conceal THEIR prejudices?

GOD LOVES ALL

Christine , Long Island NY,

Ellen and Portia, i wish you nothing but the best.
To all of those that have negative remarks, please keep in mind that a Marriage does not equal a man and a woman. Marriage = love, partnership, respect, honesty and courtesy.

Julie, Los Angeles, USA

i think it is wonderful, about Ellen and portia, we are all great human beings and have every right to love another human being, male or female, male and male and Female and Female!! I am still looking for my Man!! Congratulations dear Ellen and Portia, I am so proud of you.
Tony

Anthony D Houghton, Mission Viejo, USA

Congratulations to Ellen and Portia!!!
marriage is beautiful in all shapes and forms, in all ways as long as love is a factor. God Bless

Kiana, Flushing, USA

Congratulations to Ellen and Portia, and all of the other loving couples who now share this human right under California law! I am so happy for you, and I believe that God will be smiling on your wedding. I hope this right will be given nationally. I wish you all of the happiness in the world!

christie, California, USA

I think it is wonderful! Congratulations to both of them

Susan, Npt Bch, Us

God made Adam and Eve not Adam and Steve or Eve and Adam not Eve and Amanda how can 2 people of the same sex be fruitful and multiply?

HONEY, AKRON, USA

no one is forcing you to marry a woman. i don't see why you should have a problem with it.

and if you want to get religious about it, i firmly believe that god created every person on earth and loves each one of them no matter what. love is love. god would agree.

carolina, denver, United States

I am so happy for Ellen and Portia!!! Congrats to them both! And for anybody who thinks different. just mind your own business and your OWN life. I believe God loves ALL people for who they are. I think God would rather his people except others for who they are than to judge them. Love u Ellen!

Celeste, Los Lunas, United States

How do you know what GOD thinks? I know for a fact I was born gay, just like you know you were born straight. GOD doesn't make mistakes. Live and let Live, and quit writing ignorant statements!!!

AL, Tampa, USA

I agree. Gays already have civic rights like heterosexuals when it comes to legal recognition. However, to make a total mockery of the institution of marriage by allowing same-sex couples to wed WILL CONTRIBUTE to the demise of our nation. One has to only see what happened to other civilizations.

Anthony, Woodland Park, CO, United States

I think that it is sad that youare opposed to gay marriage. What right do you have to infringe on the happiness of others? I think that you should mind your own business.

D, Burlington,

I'm sorry to tell you this, but having an attraction towards one sex or the other is in your genes. So yes, people are born gay. Would you rather have it that gay people married people of the opposite sex and have completely miserable lives?
End of part 1.

Danii Rayne, Piatra Neamt, Romania

Every knee shall bow and every tongue shall confess that Jesus Christ is the Lord no matter what your belief was while here on this earth. Same sex marriage is not biblical. Justice will be served upon judgement day once we are no longer of this earth. We are called upon to love one another as well.

Robert, Flower Mound, USA

Hi ellen and portia it's ur day u both deserted this ,best wishes in everthing.

maritza pitre, NYcity, kings

My best friend throughout high school was gay. He spent countless nights crying because he didn't feel like he fit in. He use to tell me that he "hated being gay", and "wished" that he "wasn't like this".

Homosexuals aren't sad. Intolerance is sad. Get a gay friend.

John Ross, Munhall, United States of America

doesn't God taught us to love one another, that's the main thing

Sinh, garden grove,

Congratulations to Ellen! I do not believe being gay is a choice one makes. You are born either gay, straight, or bisexual. Hey, Nancy, did you choose to be straight? I have a couple gay friends and they all have told me that they knew they were different when they were as young as 5 years old.

Allie, San Antonio , USA

Yay! Good for them!! They have the right to make that decision just like any of us do!! People need to open their minds and close their mouths. Everyone has their own beliefs and we live in a free country. Good luck to both of them!

Cassidy, Bountiful, United States

Nancy, your post makes *me* sick to my stomach.

Casey, Hamburg, Germany

So happy for them. I love Ellen, she is the coolest.

Mary, Mankato, United States

This is a HUGE milestone for gays and human rights. GOD does not run our country, free citizens do. As such, those citizens should be allowed to live their life in any way they choose. We should celebrate love, whomever it may be between and people who disagree should simply mind their own business.

Sara, San Diego, USA

It is sooooooo sad. This goes against every thing that GOD has taught us that is wrong. I get sick to my stomach thinking about.People are not born gay. Its a choice that they make to live that way. The bible says that too. I hope that it does get overturned.

nancy, grosse pointe, united states

I believe that in this day and age - two adults should be able to pick and choose who and what makes them happy in their lives-
Why is it up to Congress, Church or anyone else to dictate what and who excites you, makes you happy, brings that special smile to their hearts and lips-

Sunshine Rodriguez, Sorrento, USA