Ellen DeGeneres, the former talk show host, has reportedly moved from the United States to England with her wife, actress Portia de Rossi. Known for their luxurious California lifestyle, the couple has left their Montecito home and is said to have relocated to the scenic Cotswolds, an area famous for attracting other high-profile residents like David and Victoria Beckham, Hugh Grant, and Kate Moss.
From Montecito to the Cotswolds
DeGeneres and de Rossi, who have been married for 16 years, are believed to have made the move following recent political changes in the United States. While some speculate that the election results played a role in their decision, it has been reported by TMZ that the couple purchased their home in the Cotswolds before the election but decided to accelerate their relocation plans after Donald Trump’s victory.
An anonymous source told The Wrap that the couple has no plans to return to the U.S., with their Montecito mansion reportedly going on the market.
Political Backdrop to the Move
Ellen DeGeneres, who has been vocal about her political views, endorsed Kamala Harris during the 2020 presidential race, expressing her admiration for the then-vice presidential candidate in a post on Instagram: “There’s nothing more powerful than a woman whose time has come! I can’t wait for @KamalaHarris to be our next president.”
Given her public disapproval of Trump’s presidency, it’s not surprising that some sources attribute her move to the political climate.
Other Stars Moving Abroad
DeGeneres and de Rossi are not the only celebrities rumored to have left the U.S. in recent years. Actress Eva Longoria, known for her role in Desperate Housewives, has also been living abroad. However, Longoria clarified that her relocation to Europe was not politically motivated.
In a recent episode of The View: Behind the Table podcast, Longoria addressed speculation about her move, saying: “Will you please let them know I didn’t move out of the United States because of Trump? I’ve been in Europe for almost three years.”
Longoria revealed that work prompted her move, aligning with her role in the Apple TV+ series Land of Women. The show, filmed in Spain, follows a woman who flees New York with her family to start a new life in Europe.
A New Chapter for DeGeneres and de Rossi
While neither DeGeneres nor her representatives have officially confirmed the move, the reports indicate a significant lifestyle change for the couple. Known for their love of privacy and picturesque homes, the tranquil English countryside seems a fitting choice for the next chapter of their lives. Whether or not political motivations played a role, their decision reflects a growing trend among celebrities seeking quieter, more peaceful surroundings abroad.