These 9 Celebrities Left the United States for Life in Europe and Beyond

While California and New York remain hubs for Hollywood’s elite, some stars have chosen to relocate outside the United States. Whether driven by political shifts, lifestyle changes, or a desire for more peace and privacy, these celebrities have opted for life abroad.

Gabriel Macht Embraces Global Living

Since wrapping Suits in 2019, Gabriel Macht has left the United States behind to explore life overseas with his family. He’s kept the exact location private, telling PEOPLE he prefers to keep that detail under wraps. “I got out of town and we’re exploring the world,” he said. Macht shares two children, Satine and Luca, with wife Jacinda Barrett. He recently returned to reprise his role as Harvey Specter in Suits LA after a long break from acting.

Christina Milian Finds a Home in France

Christina Milian revealed on The Jennifer Hudson Show that she and her husband, French singer Matt Pokora, committed to life in France once their children reached school age. “I love it out there!” she said, explaining that all three of her children now attend school in Paris. Milian shares sons Isaiah and Kenna with Pokora, and daughter Violet with ex The-Dream. She’s lived between the United States and France for years, but now calls Paris home full-time.

Rosie O’Donnell’s Move to Ireland

In a March 2025 TikTok video, Rosie O’Donnell confirmed she had moved to Ireland with her 12-year-old child Clay. She shared that the political environment in the United States played a role in her decision. “It’s been heartbreaking to see what’s happening politically,” she said. Later, after Trump reportedly threatened to revoke her citizenship, O’Donnell responded via TikTok, saying she felt safe overseas and was out of reach from what she called “the Tangerine Mussolini.”

Richard Gere Relocates for Family

In 2024, Richard Gere sold his $11 million Connecticut home and relocated to Spain with his wife Alejandra Silva and their children. Gere told Vanity Fair Spain the move was important to support his wife’s connection to her homeland. “She was very generous in giving me six years living in my world,” he said, “so it is only fair I give her at least another six in hers.” Gere still owns a home near New York and said they plan to return stateside after a few years abroad.

Eva Longoria Splits Time Between Spain and Mexico

Eva Longoria has spent the last few years living between Spain and Mexico. Speaking on The View’s Behind the Table podcast, she clarified her move wasn’t politically motivated. “I didn’t want it to be taken that I left because of Trump — absolutely not,” she said. “I’m a proud Texan, proud American.” For Longoria, the decision was about family and lifestyle, not politics.

Lily Collins Settles in Denmark

In 2023, Lily Collins and her husband Charlie McDowell moved to Copenhagen. When asked by Elle Danmark about her favorite part of life in the city, Collins replied, “Everything!” She described Copenhagen as calm, colorful, and intimate. Though they’ve relocated, the couple still keeps property in the United States, according to Architectural Digest.

Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi Start Over in the U.K.

In 2024, Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi moved into a farmhouse in England’s Cotswolds. The couple made the move permanent just before the 2024 United States election. Speaking on July 20, 2025, DeGeneres confirmed that Trump’s second presidency influenced their decision. “We’re staying here,” she said. “Everything here is just better — the way animals are treated, people are polite. I just love it here.”

Lindsay Lohan Finds Peace in Dubai

Lindsay Lohan has lived in Dubai since 2014, explaining to Entertainment Tonight that she enjoys the city’s privacy. “There are no cameras in Dubai and I can actually focus on what I want to do in life,” she said. Lohan gave birth to her first child, Luai, in the city and is raising him there with husband Bader Shammas. For Lohan, the city offers a calm and balanced life away from the spotlight.