Ellen DeGeneres faces flooding at New UK home amid celebrity exodus post-Trump’s reelection | English Movie News

Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi recently made a significant life change by relocating to the Cotswolds in England, leaving behind their Montecito, California, residence. However, their new home is already facing challenges due to severe flooding caused by a powerful weather system.
Reports indicate that the River Thames overflowed, leading to widespread flooding in the region. The couple’s 43-acre estate was reportedly inundated with water, with roads nearby submerged under five feet of water. Strong winds reaching up to 80 MPH also caused extensive damage. While it remains unclear if anyone has been able to assess the full extent of the damage, the situation is eerily reminiscent of the devastating floods Ellen and Portia experienced at their Montecito property in 2023.
During the Montecito floods, Ellen documented the chaos in a video, showing the impact on the community, including evacuations of prominent residents like Oprah Winfrey.
Ellen and Portia’s decision to move to England followed Donald Trump’s victory in the 2024 U.S. presidential election. Sources shared that the couple wanted to leave the United States, citing political differences as their motivation.
Their move reflects a broader trend among celebrities reconsidering their residence in the U.S. after Trump’s reelection. Stars like Sharon Stone, America Ferrera, and Minnie Driver have also announced plans to relocate abroad. Sharon Stone, for example, revealed her intention to move to Canada with her family if a Republican candidate won the presidency.
Other celebrities, including Cardi B and Whoopi Goldberg, have expressed similar sentiments, exploring countries with political climates more aligned with their views. Popular relocation destinations for these stars include Canada, Italy, and the U.K., known for their affordability and relatively simple immigration pathways.
As for Ellen and Portia, while their move aimed to start a peaceful chapter abroad, the challenges of extreme weather have brought unforeseen complications to their new life in England.