Rosie O’Donnell’s Shocking Escape to Ireland: “I Couldn’t Stay in Trump’s America!”
In a jaw-dropping turn of events, Rosie O’Donnell — the sharp-tongued comedian and Hollywood staple — has officially packed her bags and fled the United States for a new life in Ireland. The reason? She says she simply “couldn’t survive another minute in Donald Trump’s America.”
The 62-year-old actress broke the news to her 2.5 million followers in an emotional nine-minute video, her voice quivering as she described her decision to move with her 12-year-old daughter, Dakota. The move took place on January 15, 2025 — just days before Trump’s second-term inauguration.
Why Did Rosie O’Donnell Choose Ireland?
Through teary eyes, O’Donnell didn’t mince words about her disdain for the current political landscape in the U.S. “It’s been heartbreaking to see what’s happening politically, and it has been hard for me personally as well,” she said. “The personal is political, as we all know.”
For Rosie, Trump’s re-election was the final straw. The decades-long animosity between the two has played out publicly, but this time, she felt the need to take drastic action. “I never imagined I’d leave my homeland — but I had to think of Dakota. We deserve peace. We deserve a life where we don’t live in fear every day.”
Her words struck a chord with fans, many of whom flooded the comments with messages of support.
Adjusting to Life in Ireland
Rosie has wasted no time embracing her new life abroad. She raved about the warm welcome from the Irish locals. “The people here are so loving, so kind, so welcoming. I’m truly grateful,” she gushed in one post.
On March 7, 2025, Rosie shared a lighthearted selfie behind the wheel of her “new” used car. “Hit the curb three times—thought I hit a cat! #newadventures,” she joked, clearly still adjusting to driving on the left side of the road.
But the transition hasn’t been without its heartache. Rosie admitted she misses her other children and her close circle of friends back in the States. “It’s tough not having them here. But I know this was the right decision.”
Despite the homesickness, O’Donnell remains firm. “I’ll only return to America when every citizen feels safe and free — not just the privileged few,” she declared.
A Feud for the Ages: Rosie vs. Trump
Rosie’s dramatic departure adds yet another explosive chapter to her infamous feud with Donald Trump. Their public spat dates back to 2006 when O’Donnell criticized Trump’s character during a segment on The View. Trump retaliated with his signature insults, calling Rosie a “loser” and “a woman out of control.”
Fast forward to 2025, and the bitterness has only intensified. Just weeks before her move, Rosie went on a fiery TikTok rant, slamming Time magazine for naming Trump “Man of the Year.”
“F*** you, Time magazine. How about Most Dangerous Man of the Year?” she raged, her anger palpable.
Her posts have also praised leaders like Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, contrasting his “caring, committed heart” with Trump’s “empty, self-serving ego.”
Not the Only Celebrity Escape
Rosie O’Donnell isn’t the only Hollywood star turning their back on America.
Legendary actor Richard Gere, 75, sold his $11 million Connecticut mansion in late 2024 and moved to Madrid, Spain, with his wife Alejandra. The move, described by Vanity Fair as a “great adventure,” seems to reflect a growing trend among celebrities disillusioned by the political climate.
Comedian Ellen DeGeneres and her wife Portia de Rossi have also traded their sunny California home for the serene English countryside.
Rosie’s bold move has ignited a fierce debate online — some hailing her bravery, others accusing her of overreacting. But if there’s one thing Rosie O’Donnell has always been, it’s unapologetically herself.
