Fisher Stevens, known for ‘Succession’ and acclaimed documentaries, has moved his family to London, citing a desire for a new experience in Europe and profound concerns over U.S. environmental policy under the current administration.
Veteran actor and acclaimed director Fisher Stevens, a familiar face from the hit HBO series ‘Succession’ and a career spanning classic ’80s films like ‘Short Circuit’, has announced a significant life change: a move across the Atlantic. Stevens, 61, has relocated his family to London, a decision he revealed was influenced by both personal aspirations and a deep-seated concern for global environmental policy.
A New Chapter Across the Pond
Stevens shared that the move to London happened approximately eight weeks prior to his October 2025 announcement. He explained the personal motivation behind the family’s decision, emphasizing a desire for his children, aged 12 and 9, to experience life outside the United States.
“I moved my family to London about eight weeks ago,” Stevens told People. “We have a 12 and 9 year old, and my wife and I decided it was time to get out of the U.S. for a minute, see what it’s like in Europe and the U.K.”
The transition has been positive for the family, with Stevens noting, “It’s pretty nice!” His wife, Alexis Bloom, is also a documentary filmmaker, and the couple has projects they are pursuing in the UK. The presence of Bloom’s parents in London further eased their relocation, providing a strong support system.
Environmental Advocacy and Political Discontent
While Stevens primarily framed the move as a family decision, he did not shy away from discussing his profound political concerns, particularly regarding environmental policies in the U.S. He hinted that these issues were a significant undercurrent to his family’s relocation, without explicitly stating they were the sole cause.
A staunch environmental activist, Stevens has a history of working on impactful documentaries. He highlighted his collaboration with Leonardo DiCaprio on the film ‘Before the Flood,’ where they investigated major corporations in the Amazon like Cargill, who had pledged sustainable farming practices. Stevens lamented that “things have not gotten any better” in the decade since the film’s release.
His continued commitment to environmental storytelling is evident in his role as a producer for the new Netflix documentary, ‘We Are Guardians,’ which sheds light on deforestation and logging in the Amazon rainforest and the Brazilian locals fighting to protect their ancestral lands. “It’s more important than ever to keep shining a light on these stories,” he stressed.
Stevens directly criticized the current U.S. administration, stating, “Knowing that the Trump administration is very heavily funded by the fossil fuels… I mean, the Secretary of Energy, Chris Wright is a former oil executive who refuses to [make change]. He says, ‘Oh yeah, the climate is changing…’ But this administration is doing everything it can to not be responsible citizens for the world.”
A Growing Trend: Celebrities Seeking New Horizons
Fisher Stevens’ move places him among a notable group of celebrities who have chosen to leave the United States in recent years, with many citing the political climate and the actions of the current Trump administration as key motivators. This trend highlights a broader discussion about societal and political shifts impacting public figures.
Other prominent personalities who have relocated include:
- Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi: The former talk-show host and her wife moved to the English countryside in 2024, settling in the picturesque Cotswolds. DeGeneres explicitly confirmed that their permanent move abroad was a direct response to Donald Trump’s second presidency. She praised the English countryside for its beauty, simpler way of life, cleanliness, and the polite nature of its people, calling it a refreshing change from Hollywood.
- Rosie O’Donnell: In March 2025, O’Donnell confirmed her move to Ireland, actively pursuing Irish citizenship due to her Irish grandparents. She cited the “heartbreaking” political situation in the U.S. and its personal impact as reasons for her relocation, stating, “The personal is political, as we all know.”
- Eva Longoria: While not politically motivated, Longoria has moved between the United States and Spain in recent years. She told US Magazine in November 2024 that “the vibe was different” in L.A., and factors like the COVID-19 pandemic, homelessness, and taxes pushed her to feel that “this chapter in my life is done now.”
This pattern of celebrity relocation underscores a complex interplay of personal desires for change, family considerations, and significant political and social issues that are increasingly influencing major life decisions for public figures.
