DeGeneres, 56, said when the movie's writer spotted her training for an Emmy hosting gig, it inspired him as he thought it was brilliant, reported People magazine.
"'Miss Congeniality' was written based on me. When I was getting ready to co-host the Emmys, the writer saw me (on TV) learning how to walk in a dress and heels," DeGeneres said.
"My stylist at the time - a man - was teaching me, and it was hilarious. The 'Miss Congeniality' writer saw it and thought it was brilliant," she added.
"Jen Aniston is my friend and she recently reminded me that I beat her out of that. I got the part and Jen Aniston didn't!, " she said.
DeGeneres is currently gearing up to host the Academy Awards for the second time on March 2.
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