Ellen and Portia trade Hollywood glitz for the tranquility of the English countryside in their bid for a peaceful retirement.
Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi have made a surprising change in their lives, leaving their luxurious Montecito mansion in California for the peaceful English countryside.
The decision has sparked widespread speculation, with fans eager to know what motivated the couple to exchange Hollywood’s bright lights for the quaint charm of the Cotswolds.
The couple, who have been together for nearly two decades, were previously living in Montecito, a celebrity hub home to stars like Oprah Winfrey and Prince Harry.
Recently, Ellen and Portia were spotted mingling with other A-listers at Jeremy Clarkson’s pub in the Cotswolds, further fueling rumors of their dramatic lifestyle shift.
Known for its idyllic scenery and tranquil atmosphere, the Cotswolds is a hotspot for celebrities seeking privacy and peace. It boasts famous residents such as David Beckham, Kate Moss, and even King Charles.
This rural haven, far removed from the bustling streets of Los Angeles, appears to have become the new retreat for the talk show legend and her wife.
Ellen, 66, and Portia, 51, had already hinted at reevaluating their priorities. Ellen ended her iconic talk show in 2022 after a successful 19-year run.
Her recent Netflix stand-up special, Ellen DeGeneres: For Your Approval, released in September, marked what she announced as her final project in the entertainment industry.
“This is the last time you’re going to see me. After my Netflix special, I’m done,” Ellen said during a Q&A session, signaling her intention to step away from the spotlight.
The timing of their move, however, has added intrigue to the story. Fans speculated the relocation was linked to Donald Trump’s win in the recent US presidential election.
Reports indicated the couple’s move came shortly after Trump’s return as president-elect, leading many to assume the political climate played a role in their departure.
But sources have clarified that their plans to move to the UK were in motion well before the election. According to TMZ, Ellen and Portia had purchased their Cotswolds property before the election results.
“They very much wanted to ‘get the hell out’ of America after Trump’s win,” an insider revealed, although the move appears to have deeper motivations beyond politics.
For Ellen, the decision to leave the US was also shaped by her exit from the entertainment industry. Allegations of a toxic workplace environment on her talk show left her reputation tarnished.
“Ellen really felt she had made her mark on the industry, but that was diminished when she was cancelled over her alleged treatment of her staff,” a source told Daily Mail.
“Then to have celebrities call her out one by one was so hurtful,” they added, underscoring the emotional toll of the public backlash against her.
The fallout made Ellen’s retirement plans all the more significant. “Make no mistake about it. This is Ellen and Portia’s retirement. Neither one of them have any projects lined up,” the insider shared.
The couple’s move to the Cotswolds aligns with their desire for a quieter, simpler life, away from the pressures of fame and the controversies that once surrounded them.
Their choice of location is telling. Nestled around 100 miles from London, the Cotswolds offer the couple a tranquil environment to rebuild their lives.
Known for its rolling hills and historic charm, the area mirrors the quiet lifestyle they sought in Montecito years ago, signaling a continuation of their pursuit of peace.
However, the final revelation behind their move adds a poignant note to their story. According to insiders, Ellen’s decision was deeply personal, shaped by her challenges in the US.
“An enormous part of the US doesn’t like her because of her sexual preferences, and others were turned off by her persona,” a source revealed.
“For Ellen, it’s easier to move away from her problems than to confront them. She has the one person that still loves her, Portia, and she is ready to leave everyone who, in her mind, left her hanging out to dry.”
While Ellen may no longer be gracing our screens, her legacy as a trailblazer in entertainment remains indelible.
As the couple settles into their new home, they’ve closed one chapter and opened another, seeking solace and renewal in the quiet beauty of the Cotswolds.
