Ellen DeGeneres Relocates to the UK, Lists Montecito Estate: A New Chapter Away from the U.S.
Ellen DeGeneres and her wife, Portia de Rossi, have made a significant life change by moving to rural England and putting their Montecito estate on the market. According to an exclusive report by TheWrap, the couple has expressed their intention to permanently reside abroad, citing concerns about the political landscape in the United States, particularly the election of Donald Trump, as a motivating factor for their move.
This shift comes in the wake of DeGeneres’s challenges in the entertainment industry, most notably her 2022 exit from the long-running “Ellen” show amid allegations of toxic workplace behavior. Following the end of her show, which was a staple in daytime television, DeGeneres has openly shared her experiences and reflections on her hiatus from Hollywood in her Netflix stand-up special, “Four Your Approval.” In the special, she humorously addressed the upheaval in her career and personal life, stating, “I got kicked out of show business,” while recounting her new hobbies, such as gardening and raising chickens.
The couple has reportedly settled in the picturesque Cotswolds, an area famous for its natural beauty and celebrity residents. They are now in the process of selling their Montecito mansion, which they acquired in 2019 for $27 million. This home, located about 90 minutes north of Los Angeles, has served as their primary residence, although it is unclear how they will manage their other properties in Southern California.
Friends of DeGeneres noted that the United States’s political climate played a significant role in their decision to seek a fresh start abroad. The couple feels disillusioned after Trump’s victory over Kamala Harris and has essentially decided to “get the hell out” of the country. DeGeneres had previously shown her support for Harris with a sizable campaign contribution, and the recent political developments appear to have solidified their desire to move permanently.
Now residing in the Cotswolds, DeGeneres and de Rossi are joining an exclusive community of high-profile individuals. Their new neighbors include celebrities like David and Victoria Beckham, Kate Moss, and Jeremy Clarkson, with King Charles and Queen Camilla also residing nearby at Highgrove House in Gloucestershire. The couple has swiftly adapted to their new life, recently being spotted enjoying a visit to Clarkson’s pub, The Farmer’s Dog, where they indulged in drinks and live music.
With a reported net worth of $370 million and a notable real estate portfolio, DeGeneres and de Rossi’s move marks another chapter in their lives as they embrace a new lifestyle away from the U.S. This transition may not only serve as a personal reinvention for DeGeneres but also reflects a broader sentiment within certain circles of Hollywood following contentious political shifts.
For now, the Montecito estate is expected to hit the market soon, and the couple is poised to make the most of their new beginnings in the UK. The entertainment world will undoubtedly continue to watch for what this next chapter holds for the former talk show host as she embarks on this new journey in her life.
