Singer Courtney Love is no stranger to the spotlight. Over her decades-long career, she’s made headlines countless times for everything from her music to her outspoken views. Now, at 60 years old, she’s once again drawing attention—this time for a deeply personal and life-changing decision that marks a new chapter in her journey.

After spending the past five years living in London, Courtney Love has announced that she plans to make the move permanent. The former Hole frontwoman revealed that in just six months, she’ll be eligible for British citizenship—a milestone she’s genuinely looking forward to. Given the current political climate in the United States, her decision seems to reflect not just a love for the U.K., but also a sense of relief about relocating.

Earlier this month, she took part in an event at London’s Geographical Society, where she joined Todd Almond in a conversation centered around his new oral history, Slow Train Coming: Bob Dylan’s Girl from the North Country and Broadway’s Rebirth. During the evening, Love also gave a powerful performance of Bob Dylan’s “Like a Rolling Stone,” showcasing her enduring passion for music and culture.

In her conversation with Almond, she spoke candidly about her experience living in the U.K. “I’m really glad I’m here. It’s so great to live here,” she said with conviction. “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.” Her enthusiasm was unmistakable, and her commitment to making London her new permanent home was clear.

Although she stopped short of directly attributing her move to the presidency of Donald Trump, it’s no secret that she has previously expressed her disapproval of his leadership. In past interviews, she likened his political style to what she called “emperor-core,” referencing the opulence and power plays she believes are on display at places like Mar-a-Lago. “In terms of Trump, and particularly this group… it’s like emperor-core. Like, wearing million-dollar watches. Emperor-core is going on at Mar-a-Lago,” she remarked.

Love first relocated from Los Angeles to London in October 2019. In a 2022 interview, she opened up about what drew her to the British capital. “Laws. No guns. Four seasons. Discourse. You stan a middle-aged woman far better. Discretion,” she said, highlighting the safety, civility, and cultural values that make London appealing to her.

“I’m an Anglophile. I love London, it’s my favorite city and is the best place I’ve ever lived,” she reiterated in a 2024 interview. “I’m left alone, there are laws here that protect me when I’m being outspoken, I like the friends I’ve made here.” Her words reflect a sense of peace and contentment—perhaps even belonging—that she didn’t feel in her home country.

Courtney Love isn’t alone in her decision to leave the U.S. for good. In recent months, other celebrities have also chosen to build lives outside of America, citing both personal and political reasons.

Rosie O’Donnell recently revealed that she has relocated to Ireland along with her 12-year-old child. She shared her journey in a TikTok video, where she explained that the decision was not taken lightly. “I was never someone who thought I would move to another country, that’s what I decided would be the best for myself and my 12-year-old child. And here we are,” she said. O’Donnell emphasized the emotional complexity of the move, noting, “You know, I’m happy. Clay is happy. I miss my other kids. I miss my friends. I miss many things about life there at home and I’m trying to find a home here in this beautiful country.”

She also suggested that the political environment in the U.S. played a major role in her choice to leave. “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,” she said, echoing sentiments that many Americans—famous or not—may be feeling.

Even comedian and talk show host Ellen DeGeneres has reportedly made a similar decision. According to a source, Ellen and her wife relocated to England late last year. “Ellen was in England house hunting in the beginning of October. She ended up finding a house that she loved and purchased it shortly after,” the source revealed. Though Ellen has remained relatively private about her reasons, the trend of high-profile Americans seeking new homes abroad continues to gain momentum.

With so many well-known figures choosing to settle outside of the United States, it raises questions about what is motivating these moves. Whether it’s dissatisfaction with the political scene, a desire for better quality of life, or simply a longing for change, one thing is clear: more and more celebrities are willing to leave their home country in pursuit of peace, stability, and personal fulfillment.

Courtney Love, Rosie O’Donnell, and Ellen DeGeneres may all come from different backgrounds and artistic paths, but their stories converge on one important point: the need to feel safe, heard, and at home. Their moves are not just symbolic—they’re powerful statements about what it means to seek a better life in uncertain times.

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