Ellen and Portia look like they’re done with the U.S. They already sold their dream home and bolted to the UK. But there’s still one thing left behind — a mansion in L.A. And they want to get rid of it fast.
The couple has not fully severed ties with the U.S.
Even after selling most of their U.S. properties, there’s still one left. And honestly? It’s a bit weird how fast they left for the UK. But anyway, they’ve got this one last place, and they’re hustling to sell it.
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Ellen and Portia still own one property in Los Angeles
SFGate says they still got this house in L.A. — and if it looks familiar, that’s because it used to belong to Tom Ford. Yeah, that Tom Ford. They bought it in late 2022 for a $29 million. Five bedrooms, 6.5 bathrooms. Fancy.
The situation with their LA mansion is complicated
So here’s where things get a little messy. After buying it, they renovated the place, then listed it for $33.9 million. Then it just kinda… vanished off the market? Everyone thought it had sold, but nope.
Now it’s back up for $29.99 million. And they just took it off in August 2024. Feels like they’re scrambling to unload it.
They’re eager to leave their U.S. roots behind
Look, they just want to be done with the U.S. At this point, that much is clear. The price drop? The quick sale? The renovations just to sell it again? Yeah, they’re over it.
They first met at a Rock the Vote concert in 2001
If you don’t already know, Ellen and Portia first met at a Rock the Vote concert in 2001. But nothing happened right away. Took them a while to actually get together.
After ending past relationships, they started dating
Back then, Ellen was dating photographer Alexandra Hedison, and Portia was with singer Francesca Gregorini. Then in 2004, they crossed paths again.
Next thing you know? Both of them ended their relationships and started dating.
They got married in 2008 after getting engaged in Beverly Hills
They got engaged while living in Beverly Hills, and by August 2008, they were married. And they’ve been together ever since. Sweet.
They moved to the UK after Trump’s re-election
So after Ellen stepped out of the limelight and Trump got re-elected in November 2024, they relocated to the Cotswolds in England. They had purchased their new home before the election but expedited their move after the results.
Ellen reportedly wanted more control over Portia
There’s been talk for years that Ellen has a lot of control over Portia. Moving away from California?
Some say that was just another way to keep things that way. Apparently, their marriage was a big reason behind the move too.
Insiders claim their move was about a fresh start
They say it was about getting a fresh start. Trump’s re-election played a role. And so did, well… Ellen wanting more control over their relationship. Either way, they wanted a reset.
Looks like Ellen and Portia are ready to close this chapter and move on for good!
