Ellen DeGeneres and her wife Portia De Rossi are living in England and plan to sell their U.S. home, according to multiple reports. Find out why.
Ellen DeGeneres and her wife, Portia de Rossi, are leaving the United States and starting a new chapter abroad.
According to multiple reports from November 20, the couple has relocated to England and is preparing to sell their Montecito, California, home. Sources suggest their decision was influenced by the recent U.S. presidential election, where former President Donald Trump defeated Vice President Kamala Harris—whom Ellen had publicly endorsed earlier this month.
E! News has reached out to Ellen and Portia’s representatives for comment but has yet to receive a response.
It appears the couple, married since 2008, is already adjusting to life in England. Last week, they were spotted at British host Jeremy Clarkson’s pub, The Farmer’s Dog, in Burford.
In a video shared on Instagram by Clarkson’s girlfriend, Lisa Hogan, Ellen and Portia were seen enjoying an acoustic performance by The Corrs. They were joined by singer Natalie Imbruglia, famed for her 1997 hit Torn, who frequently tours with the Irish band.
Over the years, Ellen DeGeneres has owned several luxurious properties in California, including in Montecito—home to notable neighbors like Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, and Oprah Winfrey. However, reports from TheWrap and TMZ indicate that she and Portia have recently relocated to the Cotswolds, a picturesque and celebrity-favored region in England that includes the charming town of Burford.
The 66-year-old comedian and talk show host has mostly stayed out of the limelight in recent years. In 2022, she concluded The Ellen DeGeneres Show after an impressive 19-season run. The decision followed an internal investigation into claims of a “toxic work environment,” which led to the departure of three senior staff members in 2020.
Ellen publicly addressed the controversy on her show at the time, stating, “We have made the necessary changes, and today we are starting a new chapter.”
More recently, Ellen hinted at her departure from the entertainment industry altogether. During a stand-up comedy show in Santa Rosa, California, this past July, a fan asked if she had plans to appear on Broadway or in films. Ellen’s response was definitive:
“Um, no,” she said, as reported by SFGATE. “This is the last time you’re going to see me. After my Netflix special, I’m done.”
Ellen DeGeneres marked the end of her storied career with her Netflix special, Ellen DeGeneres: For Your Approval, which premiered in September and was described as the “final comedy special of her historic career.”
In the special, the Finding Dory star reflected on her exit from the entertainment world with her trademark humor. “I got kicked out of show business. Yeah, ’cause I’m mean,” she joked. “You can’t be mean and be in show business. No, they’ll kick you out. No mean people in show business.”
Ellen also spoke about her deep connection to The Ellen DeGeneres Show. “I loved my show,” she shared. “It was a family to me.”
Reflecting on her legacy, she added, “I have a choice of people remembering me as someone who is mean, or someone who is beloved. I choose that.”
Take a moment to look back at Ellen and Portia’s most adorable moments together…
Pillow Talk
Absolutely! A selfie can capture a moment anytime, whether you’re celebrating a milestone or just enjoying the day. It’s all about embracing the present and having fun with it!
Black Tie Date Night
At the 2020 Golden Globe Awards, while accepting the prestigious Carol Burnett Award, Ellen took a moment to express her gratitude, humorously thanking her “husband Mark” for being her rock.
“Thank you for supporting me through this crazy journey,” she said, eliciting laughter from the audience as she joked, “I know it wasn’t easy for you or the kids. Rupert and Fiona, go to bed.”
Portia, sitting in the audience, couldn’t help but laugh at Ellen’s playful remarks.
No. 1 Fan
Before the premiere of DeGeneres’ Netflix special Relatable, the duo snapped a heartfelt selfie to share with their fans.
Blazer Babes
Could these two be any more fashionable while strolling through Los Angeles?
Love on Safari
In the summer of 2018, the power couple traveled to Tanzania for a safari, showing just how wild their love really is.
Gorilla Games
The couple couldn’t resist flashing their smiles for the cameras during their Rwanda adventure in 2018.
Snuggle Time
When you love someone, there’s always time for a hug.
Love Birds
DeGeneres and de Rossi shared a moment of love on Valentine’s Day in 2016.
Well Suited
Talk about a perfectly matched pair!
New Year, Same Love
In 2016, the longtime couple rang in the New Year in St. Barts, and we can’t help but be a little jealous!
That’s My Girl
Sometimes, DeGeneres loves to let her wife take the spotlight and shine on the red carpet.
Marital Bliss
On August 16, 2008, the couple exchanged vows in a private ceremony at their Beverly Hills home, surrounded by 30 close family members and friends.
The spotlight was on them.
In 2007, the couple made a stunning appearance together at the Emmys, turning heads as they showcased their relationship.
