Ellen Degeneres Living Her Best Life In England After Socal Exit: 'She'S In Her Element'

Ellen’s Big Move: From Hollywood to the Cotswolds

Ellen DeGeneres has been the talk of Tinseltown - and now the English countryside - after packing up her Cali life and jetting off to England with her longtime love, Portia de Rossi. The couple made the transatlantic leap late last year, leaving behind the glitz of LA for a sprawling pad in the Cotswolds, a picturesque region known for its rolling hills and quaint vibes, far from the Hollywood hustle.

While Ellen’s cracked jokes about being ‘kicked out of show biz’ during a recent stand-up set in Los Angeles, insiders are spilling the tea that this move might just be the best thing she’s ever done. Forget the drama of Sunset Boulevard - Ellen’s embracing a slower pace, and word on the street (or should we say, country lane?) is she’s never been more at peace.

So, how did we get from red carpet premieres to farmyard strolls? Let’s break down the journey of this SoCal icon and why she’s swapped palm trees for pub grub with a smile.

The Rise and Fall of a Daytime Dynasty

A 19-Year Reign on TV

Ellen DeGeneres was once the undisputed queen of daytime TV, with The Ellen DeGeneres Show running for a whopping 19 seasons from 2003 to 2022. Her infectious laugh and knack for making celebs feel at home won hearts across the Golden State and beyond, racking up awards and even a Presidential Medal of Freedom from Barack Obama for her advocacy for equality.

It wasn’t just about the dance moves or giveaways - Ellen became a household name, a symbol of positivity straight outta Louisiana with a West Coast twist. Fans couldn’t get enough of her charm, and for nearly two decades, she was as much a part of LA as the Hollywood sign.

The Downfall That Shook Her World

But the summer of 2020 flipped the script. A bombshell report accused Ellen of fostering a toxic workplace behind the scenes, with anonymous staffers alleging everything from fear of taking medical leave to racist incidents. The backlash hit harder than a Santa Ana wind, and her once-shiny rep took a serious dent.

By 2022, the show was canceled, leaving fans and industry insiders stunned. The queen of daytime had fallen, and whispers of her next move started swirling faster than traffic on the 405.

England Calling: A Fresh Start After the Storm

Joking About the Exit

Fast forward to 2024, and Ellen and Portia made headlines again - this time for ditching the US for England, right after Trump’s re-election in November. Months before the move, Ellen hit the stage in LA for a stand-up gig, poking fun at her exit from the spotlight. She quipped about being ‘kicked out of show business’ and facing a wave of ‘hate’ - a classic Ellen move, turning pain into punchlines with that SoCal sass.

But was this move about running from the drama or chasing a new vibe? Rumors flew that the backlash from her show - or the political climate - pushed the couple to pack up, but those close to her are setting the record straight.

'In Her Element' Across the Pond

A source dished to US Weekly that Ellen, now 67, is living her absolute best life in the UK. Far from the paparazzi flashes of Malibu, she’s chilling with Portia, tending to farm animals, and grabbing bites at local pubs - basically soaking up that cozy, non-Hollywood energy.

'Ellen’s found her happy place out here - it’s a total 180 from the LA grind, and she’s just glowing,' the insider shared.

The source added that this new lifestyle suits her to a T, with Ellen being ‘very chill’ and truly ‘in her element.’ For fans who’ve been worried about her post-show silence, take note: those in her circle swear they’ve never seen her happier.

Setting Down Roots in the UK

Despite some early buzz about tension with locals or rifts in the famous couple’s relationship, insiders are shutting down the gossip quicker than a Venice Beach boardwalk scam. After meeting Ellen and Portia in their new English digs, sources say they’re ‘very nice’ and ‘good company,’ genuinely committed to making the Cotswolds their home.

It’s a far cry from the high-octane drama of her talk show days, but maybe that’s the point. Ellen’s traded the Hollywood Walk of Fame for quiet walks in the countryside, and if the word from her inner circle is anything to go by, this might just be the reboot she needed after a rough few years.

So, here’s to Ellen and Portia, sipping tea (or maybe a Cali-inspired kombucha) in their new chapter. If this is what ‘being kicked out’ looks like, sign us up for the next flight to England!