Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi’s New Life in the UK
Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi have relocated to the United Kingdom, embracing a new life in the picturesque Cotswolds region. According to a report from Hello Magazine, the couple moved to the UK following the US Presidential election in November 2024, when Donald Trump was elected for a second term.
The pair have settled into their $18 million farm estate in the celebrity-loved Cotswolds, which has become their new haven. As Hello Magazine reports, Ellen has taken to social media to share glimpses into their new life, including a video of herself mowing the lawn at their sprawling property. In the clip, Ellen joked that her wife Portia thought it would be fun to film her first time on the mower.
A New Look for Ellen DeGeneres
Ellen’s new life in the UK has also brought about a change in her style. According to Hello Magazine, fans have taken to social media to comment on her unrecognizable new look. "The British countryside is so beautiful when it’s sunny," one fan wrote, while another commented: "Oh well you gave it a shot!!"
Ellen’s Farm Estate
Ellen and Portia began house hunting in October 2024 and quickly found their new home in the Cotswolds. As reported by Hello Magazine, the couple have kept a low profile since their move, but have shared some updates on social media. Their new home is a far cry from their previous life in Montecito, California, where they owned several properties.
Ellen DeGeneres: 5 Top Facts
1. Stand-up Comedian
Ellen began performing stand-up at the age of 23, at a local coffee house. Her big break came five years later when James Carson sent a booking agent to one of her improv shows, leading to her appearance on The Tonight Show, Hello Magazine reports.
2. Show Scandal
The Ellen DeGeneres Show became the center of controversy in 2020 when several current and former staffers accused Ellen of creating a ”toxic work environment.” Two years later, the show aired its final season.
3. No More Ellen
After releasing her last Netflix special in 2024, Ellen announced she wouldn’t be returning to TV anytime soon following the allegations. At her SF Bay Arena show, she told the crowd: "This is the last time you’re going to see me. After my Netflix special, I’m done."
4. Lifestyle Brand
She has her own lifestyle brand called Ed by Ellen, which sells shoes, home and baby items, accessories, and a pet line.
5. The Feeling’s Mutual
Ellen met her wife, Portia de Rossi backstage at a 2001 Rock the Vote concert. At the time, Portia was not openly gay and Ellen wasn’t sure if the feelings were mutual. However, in 2004, the pair reconnected at a party and started officially dating.
Rosie O’Donnell’s Solidarity with Ellen
Rosie O’Donnell, a fellow comedian and TV host, has expressed her solidarity with Ellen, saying that the LGBTQIA+ community needs to stick together, especially amid new curbs on their rights. As Hello Magazine reports, Rosie, who moved to Ireland with her youngest child, Clay, who has autism, said she was surprised to learn of Ellen’s departure from California.
Conclusion
Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi’s new life in the UK is a far cry from their previous life in California. As they settle into their new home in the Cotswolds, they are embracing a new look and a new lifestyle. According to Hello Magazine, Ellen’s move to the UK has sparked interest among fans, with many taking to social media to comment on her new life. With her lifestyle brand and continued presence on social media, Ellen is proving that she’s still a force to be reckoned with.
