Ellen's career is best known for her performaces in National Lampoons Christmas Vacation & Fatal Attraction.  Ellen's career began when she competed against over a thousand other girls, and despite not having the "look" or any prior experience, Ellen's natural talent won her the part of Michael Douglas and Anne Archer's daughter in Fatal Attraction.

After Fatal Attraction was released, Ellen's career started to take off. She appeared in numerous movies, TV shows, and even on Broadway. But possibly her most memorable role was as Randy Quaid's daughter "Ruby Sue" in National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation. Considered one of the greatest Christmas movies of all time, this film still captures the hearts and funny bones of millions around the globe. Ellen won over audiences with her classic scene where she mistakes Chevy Chase for Santa Claus, uttering the now infamous line "Shittin' bricks".

Ellen has had jobs in various fields, such as hospitality, travel, advertising, publishing, and startups. But her passion for entertainment never went away. When Ellen moved to Los Angeles, she produced a podcast about her experiences as a child star, as well as those of her peers. Her show "Watched" was a look behind the curtain of the child acting industry, delving deep into the realities of a childhood lived in front of the camera.