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Candice Payne: Ellen Meets Selfless Sista Who Housed Homeless During Chicago Polar Vortex [Video]

Published on February 8, 2019
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Good Samaritans in Chicago who moved more than 100 people from freezing tents to a hotel are 'just regular people trying to help'

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Ellen Interviews Candice Payne & Gives Her A Surprise

Have you heard of this story? Ellen welcomed Candice Payne, the woman who made headlines after purchasing hotel rooms for more than 100 people in Chicago during the recent polar vortex.
Candice used her own funds as well as donations from the community, she raised over $25,000 to help those in need to get shelter from the freezing cold. Ellen asks Candice what inspired her to help and even gives her a nice reward for all of her effort. Hit play.
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