Ellen DeGeneres ditches her blonde hair color after moving to UK, trolls say 'she won't be missed'

Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi were spotted enjoying a night out at The Farmer’s Dog pub in the Cotswolds, their new home base
UPDATED NOV 22, 2024
Ellen DeGeneres sported a brunette pixie cut as she stepped out with her wife Portia de Rossi for a night out at The Farmer’s Dog pub (George Pimentel/WireImage)
Ellen DeGeneres sported a brunette pixie cut as she stepped out with her wife Portia de Rossi for a night out at The Farmer’s Dog pub (George Pimentel/WireImage)

COTSWOLD, UNITED KINGDOM: Ellen DeGeneres has shifted to the UK after leaving her California home, sporting a fresh brunette pixie cut in place of her iconic blonde locks.

The former talk show host, 66, and her wife, Australian actress Portia de Rossi, were spotted enjoying a night out at The Farmer’s Dog pub in the Cotswolds, their new home base.

Ellen DeGeneres' star-studded pub night

(L-R) Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi are seen as RH Celebrates The Unveiling of RH San Francisco, The Gallery at the Historic Bethlehem Steel Building on March 17, 2022 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Kelly Sullivan/Getty Images for RH)
Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi are seen as RH Celebrates The Unveiling of RH San Francisco, The Gallery at the Historic Bethlehem Steel Building in San Francisco, California (Kelly Sullivan/Getty Images for RH)

Video from the pub’s Instagram account captured the Hollywood couple mingling with notable guests, including pub owner and broadcaster Jeremy Clarkson, Clarkson’s wife Lisa Hogan, Australian singer Natalie Imbruglia, and British singer James Blunt, who was seen sharing affectionate moments with his wife, Sofia Wellesley.


 
 
 
 
 
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Entertainment for the evening featured an acoustic performance by The Corrs, with Imbruglia dancing enthusiastically to the music.

DeGeneres and de Rossi, both dressed in matching black turtlenecks, kept the evening low-key, sipping water and soaking in the cozy atmosphere. DeGeneres sported a brunette pixie cut in first UK sighting.

The pub’s Instagram caption read, “The way a good pub night should be. Acoustic set, a few drinks, great friends,” thanking Clarkson for organizing the memorable gathering.

The couple’s decision to relocate to the UK comes amid reports of discontent with the political climate in the United States. Following Donald Trump’s recent presidential win, The Wrap reported that DeGeneres and de Rossi were “disillusioned” and eager to leave the US, allegedly citing the election outcome as a major factor in their move.an singer Natalie Imbruglia, and British singer James Blunt, who was seen sharing affectionate moments with his wife, Sofia Wellesley.

However, another source shared with TMZ that the pair had purchased their Cotswolds home prior to the November 5 election but expedited their plans to settle in the UK after the results.

Ellen DeGeneres’ UK move and new look sparks mixed reactions

Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi attend the unveiling of RH England, The Gallery at the Historic Aynho Park, marking the brand’s international launch with a first of its kind design & hospitality destination, on June 3, 2023 in Banbury, England. (Photo by Dave Benett/Getty Images for RH)
Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi attend the unveiling of RH England, The Gallery at the Historic Aynho Park in Banbury, England (Dave Benett/Getty Images for RH)

Ellen DeGeneres’ recent move to the UK and her fresh brunette look have ignited a flurry of opinions across social media. 

Internet were less than thrilled by her appearance.

One user remarked, “Guess she was tired of being fake and blonde." While another added, “It did absolutely nothing to improve her look."



 



 

One commenter wrote, “Not a very good disguise."



 

Some users shared, “What’s up with the Steve Jobs look?"



 

Another user wrote, "Looks like Owen Wilson with dark hair, so Luke Wilson."



 

"Blonde, brunette, ginger ... she won't be missed," another user observed.



 

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