Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi have reportedly made a significant change in their lives by relocating from Montecito, California, to the British countryside. Known for their passion for real estate, the couple has owned and flipped numerous properties in Montecito, reportedly spending at least $350 million on residences in the Santa Barbara area since 2006. Their departure comes as a surprise, given their longstanding affection for the region—even in the face of challenges such as severe flooding.
Recent reports indicate that their decision to leave is in part a response to political events in the United States, particularly following the reelection of former President Donald Trump. Although they had purchased their new home in the U.K. before the election in early November, they quickly decided to move after the election results.
This transition marks a new chapter for DeGeneres, who has faced considerable public scrutiny and challenges following allegations of a toxic work culture on her now-ended talk show. Despite these difficulties, she continues to maintain a sense of humor about her career, quipping about her experiences in her recent Netflix special.
While moving to the Cotswolds may be a fresh start, it could also serve as a beneficial retreat for DeGeneres—a chance to focus on her well-being and explore new opportunities. Perhaps her affinity for real estate will turn into a therapeutic adventure in the historic landscape of the English countryside.
This move signals a hopeful transition for DeGeneres and de Rossi, allowing them to redefine their lives and careers far from the pressures of Hollywood.