Ellen Degeneres and her wife are facing rumors of a split. Are Ellen Degeneres and her wife, Portia de Rossi, headed for divorce? In recent months the couple has appeared to be as happy as ever, but after eight years of marriage, they continue to be targeted with rumors of a possibly impending split and in the latest report, it is noted that the couple is arguing more than ever due to Degeneres' allegedly controlling behavior.