There may be a lot of breakups and divorces in Hollywood, but not for Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi. Although divorce rumors often surround the couple, they remain secure and prove they can withstand the test of time and even these adverse reports.
Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi are about to celebrate their 11th anniversary this August, despite the divorce rumors that have been thrown at them since the very beginning. Allegedly, they often have jealousy issues that cause their so-called split up.
Rumors have it that Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi have stopped talking to each other as one of them is so "clingy and overbearing," per EconoTimes. The American-Australian model's new career path is reportedly getting in their way, straining their relationship.
Portia de Rossi is starting her new art company, called General Public. With her latest project, the 46-year-old philanthropist is now busy doing other stuff.
Ellen DeGeneres is said to be jealous of her busy schedule and wants to know everything that she has been doing, from her whereabouts to her activities. Being an alleged overprotective partner, the 61-year-old television host is reportedly complaining about her work timings.
But despite the claims, Portia de Rossi said the divorce rumors about them are only "the tip of the iceberg." They have proved themselves as a strong couple, and their compatibility speaks for itself.
Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi both find the divorce rumors as "totally ridiculous," and they just don't let it affect them. In an interview with Us Weekly, the Scandal star revealed she was never disturbed by the questions about their marriage status.
Portia de Rossi even feels flattered to be asked about her marriage. She saw her wedding with Ellen DeGeneres in 2008 has broken barriers and also marked a significant moment for the LGBTQ community. Although it was full of controversy and divorce rumors, she feels like they are now accepted with the gossips they are into like other Hollywood couples.
"The divorce rumors came and then we really knew the perceptions had changed," Portia de Rossi said. "I know it sounds ridiculous, but when that started happening, I thought, 'Oh, now we're finally accepted.' We get the same s*** as every celebrity couple."
Portia de Rossi sees the divorce rumors about her and Ellen DeGeneres as a form of acceptance. So, they avoid the gossips and don't pay attention to it at all. The couple has been keeping their relationship in a low profile, but they are considered as one of the most successful relationships known in the industry.
