Ellen DeGeneres is sad about the death of her “only boyfriend”
Ellen DeGeneres is honoring a young fan who won her heart and the emotions of millions of people when he passed away at the age of 19. Born with only the right side of his heart, Tayt Anderson won over viewers with his endearing appearances on “The Ellen DeGeneres Show.” He dubbed the host his “girlfriend” as a toddler, and Ellen DeGeneres lovingly referred to him as her “only boyfriend,” a common joke that pleased viewers and even surprised her wife, Portia de Rossi.
After a lifetime of health struggles, Tayt Anderson, who defied the odds from birth, passes away at the age of 19.
Tayt repeatedly bucked the odds, despite doctors’ predictions that he wouldn’t live past three months. He had twelve procedures by the time he was nine years old, and at ten, he got a heart transplant. He developed post-transplant lymphoma in his teens as a result of that procedure, and at the age of 18, he was diagnosed with bladder cancer.
In 2025, the disease grew rapidly, reaching his neck, spine, belly, chest, and pelvis, according to his family’s GoFundMe page. He had only four months to live, according to the doctors. In spite of those terrible obstacles, Tayt led a full life.
Family Remembers Tayt Anderson’s Legacy
He traveled, completed high school, and became a ray of hope for innumerable families going through similar hardships. His family made the announcement that he had died on September 26, 2025.
Even though this unfathomable loss has left our souls broken and lost, we are incredibly grateful that Tayt is at last free. His relatives said, “No more suffering, no more appointments, no more treatments.” “With his amazing smile, his quiet strength, his kindness, and his beautiful love, Tayt touched countless lives and was adored by many.”
In a heartfelt tribute, Ellen DeGeneres calls her teen fan her “only boyfriend.”
DeGeneres paid tribute to Tayt in a touching video posted to social media a few hours after the announcement. “Tayt is a very special guest who appeared on the show multiple times,” she remarked. My wife was astonished when I told him he was my boyfriend because he believed I was his girlfriend. However, he was a really unique little person who simply filled whatever space he was in with laughter, joy, and life. I shall also miss him.
She also wrote, “I love you, Tayt,” in her caption. Chrissy, you are loved. You have a profound impact on countless lives. Chrissy Becker, Tayt’s mother, replied in the comments section. She wrote, “Thank you for being his girlfriend; we love you so much.” “He gained so much strength from you.”
How Tayt’s Health Battles Were Saved by Ellen DeGeneres’ Show
When Tayt was seven years old and in the hospital all the time in 2013, he told his mother that he wanted his “girlfriend” Ellen to know how much he enjoyed her show. This was the beginning of Tayt’s relationship with Ellen. Tayt frequently requested doctors and nurses to leave if they interrupted “The Ellen DeGeneres Show,” and they soon discovered that they had to plan their appointments around it.
The audience was enthralled by Tayt’s charisma and humor when he made his stage debut on Ellen’s. He made multiple visits, most notably in 2015 to announce that he had at last been given a new heart. His mother said that Ellen’s encouragement helped him feel better during his difficult hospital stays. She reportedly told DeGeneres, “They have noticed that when Tayt struggles, you always seem to come in and give him the boost that he needs.”
The host was generous with more than just airtime. The family received iPads, trips, a new car, and even financial support from Ellen and her staff. Chrissy claimed that throughout some of Tayt’s lowest points, that support brought him happiness and hope.
