Ellen DeGeneres Shocks Everyone by Droping Millions on Montecito Mansion Near Meghan Markle and Prince Harry
Ellen DeGeneres has made a jaw dropping real estate move that is already sparking intense curiosity. The television icon has splashed millions on a luxury Montecito mansion placing her right near Meghan Markle and Prince Harry in one of California most elite coastal communities.
According to reports Ellen DeGeneres quietly purchased the sprawling property in an off market deal. The home was bought from movie producer Brian Grazer and the sale reportedly closed in November for a staggering twenty seven point four million dollars.
The former daytime talk show host who fronted The Ellen DeGeneres Show for more than two decades is no stranger to high end property deals. This latest purchase however has drawn extra attention due to its location and the famous neighbors nearby.
Ellen and her wife Portia de Rossi are not expected to live in the Montecito mansion full time. Sources suggest the couple plan to divide their time between Southern California and the United Kingdom rather than settling permanently in one place.
A source told People that Ellen is not moving back to the United States completely. Instead she will continue to split her time between the UK and Montecito maintaining a lifestyle that reflects her evolving priorities.
Montecito reportedly holds deep personal meaning for Ellen DeGeneres. The exclusive enclave is home to several of her closest friends making it a familiar and comforting place for the star.
Among those living nearby are Gwyneth Paltrow and Jennifer Aniston both longtime friends of Ellen. The presence of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry has also added to the area growing reputation as a celebrity magnet.
Royal watchers have noted that Montecito has become closely associated with the Duke and Duchess of Sussex since their move there. The quiet community has offered Meghan Markle and Prince Harry privacy while keeping them close to Hollywood connections.
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Sources claim Ellen DeGeneres has been missing California more than expected. It has been over a year since she relocated to England in search of a quieter and more fulfilling life away from the spotlight.
While the UK offered a fresh start friends say Ellen never fully let go of her connection to California. The weather culture and familiarity of Montecito appear to have pulled her back in a meaningful way.
The purchase also follows reports that Ellen was deeply unhappy after Donald Trump won a second term as President of the United States. At the time it was claimed that the political climate influenced her decision to leave the country.
Those close to the star suggest the move to England was about more than politics. Ellen was said to be seeking peace balance and a slower pace after years under intense public scrutiny.
Now her decision to invest heavily in Montecito suggests a more flexible future. Rather than choosing one country over another Ellen appears to be building a lifestyle that allows freedom and comfort on both sides of the Atlantic.
The proximity to Meghan Markle and Prince Harry has also raised eyebrows. While no collaboration has been hinted at fans are already speculating about potential friendships and shared social circles.
Montecito remains one of the most desirable addresses in California combining luxury privacy and celebrity appeal. Ellen DeGeneres latest purchase only adds to the town growing status as a haven for high profile figures.
As interest around the move continues it is clear that Ellen DeGeneres is entering a new chapter. Whether driven by nostalgia friendship or personal peace her Montecito mansion places her firmly back in the Hollywood orbit once again.
