Ellen DeGeneres and her wife, Portia de Rossi, have allegedly relocated to the UK after Donald Trump’s re-election victory, according to a report by TMZ on November 20. The insider claims that the political outcome prompted the couple to leave the United States, selling one of their Montecito estates as part of the transition.
The duo is said to have purchased a property in the idyllic Cotswolds, a picturesque region in southwest England known for its countryside charm. Reports suggest that the couple secured the property even before the election results were announced. However, neither DeGeneres nor Portia has publicly confirmed the reason for their move.
Ellen’s Political Stance
Ellen DeGeneres, who publicly endorsed Kamala Harris in the 2024 presidential election, has been an outspoken supporter of the Democratic nominee. In August, Ellen posted on Instagram:
“There’s nothing more powerful than a woman whose time has come!! I can’t wait for @KamalaHarris to be our next president.”
She also reportedly contributed significant donations to Harris’ campaign. While the political climate might explain the move, social media has erupted with alternative theories regarding the couple’s sudden departure.
Social Media Speculation
The move has fueled widespread speculation online, with many drawing connections between DeGeneres and Sean “Diddy” Combs, who was arrested in September on charges of sex trafficking and racketeering. Critics on platforms like X (formerly Twitter) suggested that DeGeneres might be distancing herself from possible investigations or controversies linked to the music mogul.
“Can’t hide from the Diddy list,” one user wrote, while another added, “She’s escaping criminal charges. I’d bet she’s on Diddy’s list.”
Such claims gained traction due to DeGeneres’ past association with Diddy. Their friendly interactions, including her playful nickname for him, “Cuddle McSnuggglestuff,” and their collaboration on a party in 2018, have resurfaced as topics of online scrutiny.
Netizens have also revisited past tragedies involving Ellen’s inner circle, including the deaths of her former co-executive producer Stephen “tWitch” Boss and ex-girlfriend Anne Heche. Some theorized, without evidence, that these incidents might have connections to broader controversies
Ellen and Portia’s potential relocation echoes sentiments shared by several Hollywood celebrities, such as Cher, Sharon Stone, and Raven-Symoné, who previously expressed a desire to leave the U.S. if Trump won re-election. One online commenter quipped, “You mean a celebrity actually followed through on their promise?”
Another user wrote, “Sounds more like she and others are on the run,” while others praised the move sarcastically, saying, “She’s making America great again!”
No Official Statement
While the rumors and social media debates continue to swirl, DeGeneres and de Rossi have not addressed their rumored move or the speculation surrounding it. Whether driven by politics, personal reasons, or simply a lifestyle change, their alleged relocation marks a significant shift for the couple, who have long called California home.
Until the couple provides clarification, the reasons behind their move remain a matter of speculation, blending politics, celebrity culture, and conspiracy theories.