More celebrities are moving out of the US in recent years, and the reasons behind their decision could vary greatly, but are strongly related to the recent election.
Trump’s victory has indeed made millions of Americans happy. However, there are many others that did not have a similar level of content for the new President, especially due to his far-right views, VisaGuide.World reports.
Such is the case with many celebrities who have found it difficult to welcome Trump as the US 47th President. In fact, not only were they not welcoming, but they are looking into leaving the country altogether.
Relocation ideas would not be surprising, considering the 1,514 percent surge in Americans looking into moving abroad following Trump’s victory – a trend that occurred in the first week after the election announcement.
Based on media reports, statements and interviews that many of these celebrities have made, VisaGuide.World has compiled a list of 28 celebrities who have considered or have left the US after Trump came into power.
1. America Ferrera
The American actress, most beloved by millennials for her role in Sisterhood of the Travelling Pants or recently by teenagers for her role as Gloria in Barbie, has shown signs of being interested in moving abroad.
According to the Guardian, the actress has recently been looking for schools for her children in London, indicating in permanent relocation to the UK.
The actress, who was born to Honduran parents and has an immigrant background, has been vocal regarding Trump’s strict views on immigration. In one of her speeches, Ferra noted that “Donald is not making America great again, he’s making America hate again.”
2. Amy Schumer
The comedian had said during a UK trip that she would have to make some changes about her shows’ routine if Trump becomes President, as the Independent reported.
Schumer had jokingly said that she will need to learn how to speak Spanish soon, as she will have to move somewhere, indicating that she could be moving out of the country if Trump is elected.
Later, the actress clarified that this statement was a joke and labelled those who told her to pack her bags and leave the country as “disgusting”.
The interview where I said I would move was in London and was in jest. Not that anyone needs more than a headline to count something as official news.
3. Barbra Streisand
The 82-year-old singer, who has a music career of over six decades, is one of many celebrities that had stated she “couldn’t live in a country run by Trump”. The UK is the main country that Streisand had in mind as a destination for relocation.
These statements made in 2023 do not stand now, since Streisand seems to have changed her mind about staying in the US, as Radar Online reports.
Her husband, James Brolin, doesn’t want to live in England. Their grandkids are here; their friends are here. No one believed Barbra when she said that, and now she’s privately admitting she doesn’t plan to leave.
4. Bruce Springsteen
According to the Daily Telegraph of Australia, Springsteen had said in 2020 that he would be “on the next plane” if Trump becomes President for the second time.
If Trump is reelected — which he will not be; I’m predicting right now he’s gonna lose — if by some happenstance he should be, I’ll see you on the next plane.
Similarily to some other celebrities in this list, Bruce reportedly is still in the US, but remains an active critic of Trump, expressing their complaints on social media or in interviews. It was reported that Springsteen had mentioned Canada as his destination.
5. Bryan Cranston
The actor of the Breaking Bad TV series previously said that he would “definitely move” to Canada if Trump won, the Guardian reports.
Cranston has not commented on the matter and nor have his publicists, but the actor is still living in the US.
6. Chelsea Handler
Talk-show host Chelsea Handler previously said that after Spain, Canada would be her second choice for relocation after Trump won.
However, after the presidential results were in, Chelsea published a statement confirming should would be staying in the country.
Yesterday, my staff reminded me that platforms and voices like mine are needed more than ever; leaving the country is quitting.
7. Cher
The iconic singer, Cher, has also stated that she ‘would leave the country if Trump is elected’, pointing out that she had health issues the last time he became President, back in his 2016 mandate, as Blast reports.
I almost got an ulcer the last time [when Trump was elected].
However, Cher’s plans changed months later, with the reason for her relocation plans being overtaken by family responsibilities. In conclusion, Cher might opt to stay in the country, but dissatisfaction regarding President Trump remains.
8. Courtney Love
Unlike some other celebs who have vowed to leave, Courtney Love, the singer and guitarist, has left the US for the UK and is in the process of naturalisation.
It’s so great to live here. I’m finally getting my British citizenship in six months. I get to be a citizen – I’m applying, man! Can’t get rid of me!
The singer has stated several times that she is not satisfied with Trump’s administration, and her daughter’s moving to the UK back in 2019 could be another push for Love’s decision to leave the US entirely.
9. Ellen DeGeneres & Portia de Rossi
The talk-show host and a much beloved stand-up comedian, DeGeneres, has left the US for the UK, where she has moved with her wife, actress Portia De Rossi.
The couple has decided to commit to their personal values and move to Europe, opting for a new life in the UK, with minimal to no involvement in politics.
Ellen’s and Portia’s US exit is in its final stages, considering that they have sold nearly all of the properties they own in the States.
10. Eva Longoria
The actress who has criticised Trump’s immigration policies on several occasions has declared that she is no longer living in the US and instead is splitting time between Mexico and Spain.
Although Longoria recently had clarified that her relocation decision is not political, in an interview with French magazine Marie Claire, done by the end of 2024, she had stated that a combination of the post-COVID-19 pandemic situation in the US, high taxation in California, where she lived and homelessness, in addition the re-election of Donald Trump, have contributed to her decision, as the BBC reports.
11. Gabriel Macht
The actor, who was the co-star of the Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, has spent some time abroad, with plans to leave the US being evident.
However, Macht has temporarily returned to the US, where he and his family have lived for most of their time. The actor, who has decided not to share the location of his new home, has not stated that the reason for his departure is due to Trump’s election, but he has shown support for Hillary Clinton, the Democratic candidate.
12. Kanye West
The controversial rapper has recently announced plans to leave the US, as he feels ‘misunderstood’ in the country. West, who supported Trump during his candidature back in 2016, has not indicated whether he remains a Trump supporter.
The rapper already has enough on his plate, considering several anti-semitic statements he has made in recent years. It is reported that West is looking into obtaining a business or entrepreneur visa in Romania, Slovakia and Latvia, but taking into account the stringent measures that many EU countries have taken against people with anti-semitic views, Europe might now be the ideal destination for Ye.
13. Laverne Cox
Transgender actress, known for her role in the TV series “Orange is the New Black”, has revealed that she is considering moving to the Caribbean or some European cities following the election of Trump as President.
We’re doing research on different cities in Europe and in the Caribbean.
Cox has disclosed to Variety that she is concerned the US might not be so safe for members of the LGBTQ+ community, following anti-trans ads during the presidential campaign, for which Trump is believed to have spent around $100 million.
14. Lena Dunham
Vancouver in Canada was the first relocation choice for actress Lena Dunham, who had vowed to leave the US if Trump won the presidential elections.
I know a lot of people have been threatening to do this, but I really will. I know a lovely place in Vancouver, and I can get my work done from there.
The actress has revealed that these statements have caused her to receive millions of “mean messages”, many telling her to move to Canada. According to the Independent, Dunham did not believe that Trump could actually win and that the actress eventually decided to stay in the country
15. Minnie Driver
The English actress is planning her return to the UK after 26 years of being a US resident. In an interview, Driver said that she could not live in a Republican state.
If I lived in a red [Republican] state, no, I couldn’t. But living in California, you are somewhat insulated. But do you want to go and live in a bubble? Do you run away from the fire, or do you go back and help?
There has not been any report of whether the actress has returned to the UK, especially after Trump’s administration came into power. In this mandate, the administration has started implementing some of the most stringent measures, especially when it comes to immigration.
16. Neve Campbell
According to the Guardian, actress Neve Campbell, who is Canadian-born, said she would move to up north if Trump were elected. She revealed that the thought of Trump becoming President was “terrifying” to her.
17. Ne-Yo
R&B singer had stated that he would become Drake’s neighbour, indicating that he had plans to move to Canada if Trump became President.
I told you what I am doing if he [Donald Trump] becomes President. I am moving to Canada.
18. Raven-Symone
British Columbia in Canada is Raven-Symone’s next destination if Trump becomes President. Raven is still in the US, but who knows what the future holds.
19. Richard Gere
Like Eva Longoria, the main actor of “Pretty Woman”, has moved to Spain with his family. Gere, together with his wife, who is Spanish, and his children, have left the US and are reportedly very happy there.
The reason for this relocation has not been attributed to Gere’s political views, but it is reportedly due to his wife wanting to spend more time near her relatives. The actor is also engaged in an NGO, which has become his primary activity nowadays.
20. Rosie O’Donnell
Comedian and talk-show host Rosie O’Donnell has moved to Ireland since January, from which her family is from, and she says this was a good decision.
It’s been heartbreaking to see what’s happening politically and hard for me personally, as well. The personal is political, as we all know.
O’Donnell is a member of the LGBTQ+ community, and Trump’s administration has not been supportive of this community.
21. Ryan Gosling & Eva Mendes
Ryan Gosling, the American actor and his partner, Eva Mendes, have been reportedly looking into leaving the country for the UK, similarly to America Ferrera, who played in Barbie along with Gosling.
Allegedly, the couple want to relocate to the UK because of their children, saying they do not want their two daughters to grow up with other celebrities’ children.
22. Sharon Stone
Italy is the main destination for the American actress, Sharon Stone, who has a decades-long career in the States. According to the NY Post, the Basic Instinct actress
This is one of the first times in my life that I’ve actually seen anyone running for office on a platform of hate and oppression.
23. Snoop Dogg
In 2016, rapper Snoop Dogg tagged Canadian-based rapper Drake in a social media post that features Toronto, asking to help him find property in the city.
My new home. I need the hookup on some property.
24. Sophie Turner
The British actress, known for her role as Sansa in the TV series “Game of Thrones”, said she would move back to the UK if Trump is elected. Reportedly, she really did it.
25. Vivian Wilson
Elon Musk’s transgender daughter, Vivian Wilson, has reportedly moved to Japan after Trump became President. Her decision is related to her career as she has moved across the ocean to study languages.
However, due to the fact that she is transgender, her decision to leave the US could also be related to Trump’s taking over the country.
26. Whoopi Goldberg
The talk show host, actress and beloved entertainer in the US, has initially vowed to leave if Trump becomes president. However, she has changed her mind since, saying that she will not leave the country where she was born and raised because of “that man”.