Ellen DeGeneres Unveils Gray Hair Makeover Following Move to the UK
Ellen DeGeneres has transformed significantly since moving from America to England, including a change in her hair color.
The 67-year-old comedian showcased her new look in an Instagram video on Sunday, May 4. In the clip, her dark gray hair appeared almost brown, contrasting with the iconic blonde she was known for.
“Portia thought it would be fun to film my first time on the mower. She was right,” DeGeneres wrote in the post that captured her attempting to drive a lawn mower on her and wife Portia de Rossi’s vast property.
At the start of the video, DeGeneres humorously teased “how it started,” showing her initial success at operating the mower. However, for the “how it ended” segment, she admitted needing assistance to push the mower up a steep hill after getting it stuck.
Dressed in a casual sweatshirt, jeans, and wellies—perfect for gardening—DeGeneres looked at ease while navigating her new tasks.
Her signature blonde pixie cut has been synonymous with the former talk show host for many years.
During an April 2019 episode of The Ellen DeGeneres Show, she remarked, “You might notice my hair is slightly blonder and a bit shorter than usual. I had my hair done over the weekend. With short hair, I have to color it often, as it grows quickly. Some days, it appears a different shade.”
Since relocating to the rural Cotswolds in November 2024, DeGeneres’ hair has been gradually getting darker.
At that time, she was spotted sporting a short, brunette hairstyle while out with her spouse at the Farmer’s Dog pub and also seen at the nearby Soho Farmhouse.
“She was with two female friends walking from the car park to the farm buildings where the clubhouse is — we passed over a stone bridge,” an eyewitness told Us Weekly in November 2024. “She was dressed casually and understated, and no one seemed to notice her … but you don’t expect to see Ellen there, as that area is more frequented by U.K. celebrities.”
Earlier this year, during a brief return to the States, DeGeneres appeared to embrace her gray hair while in Montecito, California, showcasing a more natural look.
De Rossi’s blonde hair, in contrast, has seemingly remained unchanged since their move, based on recent social media updates.
