Long-time admirers of Ellen DeGeneres were taken aback to learn that the beloved host and her partner, Portia de Rossi, have decided to make a new home in the United Kingdom.

Initially, the buzz suggested that Ellen was heading to the UK to enjoy a leisurely retirement following her departure from the entertainment world.

Some even speculated that the move was spurred by her desire to distance herself from the political climate in the United States, particularly in response to the election of Donald Trump.

However, insiders have clarified that Ellen and Portia had already set their sights on settling in the picturesque Cotswolds well before the election’s outcome became public.

A source confided to the DailyMail, “There should be no confusion about it. This move marks the beginning of Ellen and Portia’s retirement phase.”

The insider continued, “At this time, neither Ellen nor Portia have any upcoming projects in the pipeline.”

It’s said that Ellen felt she had achieved considerable success in her career, but the controversy surrounding her alleged treatment of staff members brought a significant blow to her public image.

The additional scrutiny from various celebrities only added to the emotional toll.

In a candid moment during an interview following one of her shows, Ellen openly shared, “This is the last time you’ll see me on stage. Once my Netflix special is out, I’m stepping away.”

For those wanting to catch more of Ellen DeGeneres, her Netflix special, “Ellen DeGeneres: For Your Approval,” is currently available for streaming.