Lesbian icon and former talk show host/comedian Ellen DeGeneres is reportedly saying “peace out” to the United States following Donald Trump’s election. She reportedly plans to settle in the U.K. with her wife Portia de Rossi.
DeGeneres and de Rossi reportedly purchased a property in the Cotswolds region of England before the election, preparing for a potential move. Gossip columns and news sources alike suggest they were disheartened by the election outcome and decided to relocate permanently, though Degeneres has not made a confirmative statement.
DeGeneres and de Rossi, previously based in Montecito, California, were recently seen in a video shared on Instagram, enjoying their new surroundings in the U.K., including a visit to a local pub in the Cotswolds alongside friends such as Lisa Hogan and musician Natalie Imbruglia.
The move marks a significant shift for DeGeneres, who stepped back from the entertainment industry after her talk show ended in 2022 amidst controversy over alleged workplace toxicity. In her last Netflix special, For Your Approval, DeGeneres humorously reflected on her challenges in the industry, including being labeled “mean” and facing backlash.
While her departure from the U.S. aligns with the plans some celebrities had hinted at in response to Trump’s re-election, many others have yet to act on similar promises.
