Meghan Markle and Ellen DeGeneres are reportedly in the middle of a major rift following the latter’s unexpected relocation to the United Kingdom. An exclusive report claimed that DeGeneres’ decision to make a permanent home in Cotswolds has fueled tensions in what was previously a close friendship between Markle and the former talk show host, leaving the Duchess of Sussex “blindsided.”
Ellen DeGeneres knew what she was doing, says ‘source’
Ellen DeGeneres and Meghan Markle are seemingly in a rift after the comedian’s $18 million estate purchase in the U.K. DeGeneres and her wife, Portia de Rossi, recently bought the estate, with the former talk show host reportedly gushing, “It’s beautiful,” about their new home. She continued telling British TV host Richard Bacon, “The people are polite. Even the animals are treated better. It’s better in every way.”
Rob Shuter’s #ShuterScoop exclusively delivered the news, reporting an insider’s claims that “[Meghan] feels betrayed.” The insider added, “Ellen knows exactly what she’s doing. It’s a direct shot.” DeGeneres’ choice of location appeared pointed due to Markle’s strained history with the U.K. Previously, Markle has described her experience in the country as “toxic,” which underscores her struggles with British media and public life.
Moreover, DeGeneres publicly suggested she and de Rossi might remarry in the U.K. should marriage rights be curtailed in the United States. Markle’s team interpreted this as another instance of DeGeneres lauding the country that caused Markle distress. A source close to the Sussexes noted the contrast: “Meghan says England broke her. Ellen says it saved her.”
The difference in commentary has exacerbated the sense of division and Markle’s bewilderment. Shuter’s sources described the dynamic shifting “from royal allies to frosty frenemies.” Markle and DeGeneres had previously maintained a supportive bond since the former actor‘s move to California. However, the alleged fallout from DeGeneres’ move and comments illustrates how quickly public statements can reshape celebrity friendships.
