BREAKING: Ellen DeGeneres has confirmed that her and wife Portia de Rossi’s relocation to the UK was a direct response to President Donald Trump’s reelection. In a candid conversation with British host Richard Bacon onstage in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, DeGeneres revealed the couple’s unexpected decision to make their temporary stay permanent.
The comedian shared that they had initially planned to be in the UK for only a few months in 2024, but after Trump secured his victory against Democratic nominee Kamala Harris, they decided to stay indefinitely. “We got here the day before the election and woke up to lots of texts from our friends with crying emojis, and I was like, ‘He got in,’” DeGeneres recalled. “And we’re like, ‘We’re staying here.’”
Living in the picturesque Cotswolds, DeGeneres, 67, expressed her joy in the rural lifestyle, stating, “It’s absolutely beautiful. We’re just not used to seeing this kind of beauty.” She emphasized the charm of the villages and towns, adding that everything feels “clean” and “better” in terms of animal treatment and social interactions.
Furthermore, DeGeneres hinted at a potential remarriage with de Rossi in the UK, citing challenges back home. “The Baptist Church in America is trying to reverse gay marriage,” she noted. “Portia and I are already looking into it, and if they do that, we’re going to get married here.” Her emotional plea for acceptance highlights the ongoing struggles for LGBTQ+ rights in the U.S.
This sudden lifestyle change follows the couple’s recent sale of their beach bungalow in Montecito, California, for a substantial $5.2 million in March 2023, marking a dramatic shift in their personal and professional lives.
DeGeneres also hinted at a return to show business, although she dismissed the idea of reviving her former talk show, stating, “I want to have fun, I want to do something. I do like my chickens but I’m a little bit bored.”
In a show of solidarity, DeGeneres recently supported fellow comedian Rosie O’Donnell amid threats from Trump regarding her citizenship. She shared O’Donnell’s response on social media, signaling her commitment to standing up against political intimidation.
As DeGeneres and de Rossi embrace their new life in the UK, their story underscores the emotional and societal impacts of political circumstances. Social media is abuzz with reactions to the couple’s heartfelt journey, making this a moment to watch.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops.
