Ellen DeGeneres Opens Up About Her Move to the UK and Life Away from the Spotlight
Ellen DeGeneres recently confirmed that she and her wife, Portia de Rossi, have relocated to the UK, seeking a quieter life away from the spotlight. Speaking at an event in Cheltenham, Ellen shared that the move happened in late 2024. The couple settled in the English countryside, drawn by the charm of the villages, the peaceful lifestyle, and a desire for a fresh start after selling their California estate.
Now living in the scenic Cotswolds, a favorite retreat for celebrities, Ellen and Portia have embraced rural life. Their days include caring for chickens, maintaining their property, and enjoying simple outdoor moments. Ellen often shares glimpses of this slower-paced lifestyle on social media, offering fans a window into her new world — filled with animals, nature, and light-hearted humor.
The comedian also noted how different life in the UK feels, praising its beauty, cleanliness, and kindness. The couple even brought their horses overseas and are considering renewing their vows. Ellen mentioned their move was partly inspired by concerns over growing social tensions in the U.S., and her desire to live somewhere she describes as more inclusive and peaceful.
Despite the major life change, Ellen appears content and grounded. Her updates reflect gratitude for nature, her long-time partnership with Portia, and the joys of simple living. As she puts it, this chapter is less about celebrity and more about connection — to each other, to the land, and to a slower, more meaningful way of life.
Ellen DeGeneres shuts down rumors her UK farmhouse flooded after fleeing USPortia de Rossi and Ellen DeGeneres purchased a farmhouse in the UK after reportedly fleeing the US over Donald Trump\’s presidential win
Ellen DeGeneres shut down rumors her U.K. farmhouse flooded while celebrating her 20th anniversary with wife Portia de Rossi.
DeGeneres, 66, and de Rossi bought the home in England after reportedly leaving the United States because of Donald Trump’s presidential victory.
The talk show host addressed rumors the home had flooded in recent days due to weather in the U.K.
“P.S. for those of you concerned, our UK farmhouse did NOT flood,” she wrote at the end of a tribute post to her relationship with de Rossi.
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Ellen DeGeneres shut down rumors her U.K. home flooded. (Kelly Sullivan/Getty Images for RH)
DeGeneres and de Rossi sold their Montecito home in August, Fox News Digital confirmed with the couple\’s realtor, Riskin Partners.
“P.S. for those of you concerned, our UK farmhouse did NOT flood.”
— Ellen DeGeneres
The two had been house hunting in rural England this past October, a source told People.
“Ellen was in England house hunting in the beginning of October,” the insider claimed. “She ended up finding a house that she loved and purchased it shortly after.”
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Portia de Rossi and Ellen DeGeneres married in 2008. (Getty Images)
DeGeneres and de Rossi began dating in 2004 and married in 2008. The two met backstage at a concert in 2001.
“20 years ago today we began this relationship not realizing what a long beautiful adventure this would be,” the talk show host captioned her Instagram post. “You are the best thing that ever happened in my life. You take care of me. You help me see the good in everything. You help to guide me and pick me up when I feel off or down.”
“You are a beautiful soul that I am so very grateful to have as a partner to navigate this crazy life with,” she added. “My wife. My best friend. The love of my life. Thank you for being you and loving me. So happy we get to travel and explore the world together in the next 20 years, and looking forward to our first snowy Christmas.”
Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi recently purchased a farmhouse in the U.K. (Johnny Nunez/Getty Images for Thomas J Henry)
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“The Ellen DeGeneres Show” star has largely kept out of the spotlight after allegations of a toxic workplace led to the show\’s demise. Renamed “The Ellen Show,” the program ended after 19 seasons, with the last episode airing on May 26, 2022.
DeGeneres spoke about how she spends her time after being “kicked out of show business” in her latest comedy special, “For Your Approval.”
Ellen DeGeneres left Hollywood after getting “kicked out of show business.” (Brooks Kraft/Getty Images)
“I decided to take up gardening,” DeGeneres shared in the September special. “I got chickens. Let me see what else I can tell you about what’s been going on…. Oh yeah, I got kicked out of show business…. Yeah, the ‘be kind’ girl wasn’t kind. That was the headline.”
“Had I ended my show by saying, ‘Go f— yourselves,’ people would have been pleasantly surprised to find out I’m kind,” the comedian added.