The comedian is stepping back into performance work, marking her inaugural acting position in half a decade.

The former American television presenter and her spouse acquired the rural property in the Cotswolds area during 2024, completing a purchase valued at fifteen million pounds.

A substantial investment of seven and a half million pounds was directed toward upgrading the residence, yet the couple departed the premises within weeks, seeking an alternative location better suited to accommodate Portia’s interest in equestrian activities.

When the dwelling was advertised for sale the previous summer, no prospective purchaser emerged. The estate faced recurring water issues stemming from the nearby river that traversed the forty-three-acre grounds.

Rumors circulated indicating an imminent transaction following a confidential reduction of four and a half million pounds from the original twenty-two million pound asking price, with the listing subsequently withdrawn pending finalization of the deal.

Official planning paperwork indicates intentions to establish the property as their permanent residence, contingent upon approval for the construction of new stable facilities.

Meanwhile, the television personality has revealed her comeback to screen work, representing her initial acting engagement since the previous five-year period.

The sixty-eight-year-old will reprise her character Dory in an upcoming Pixar production, featuring in a brief film situated within the Finding Nemo universe.

Information sourced from Deadline indicates that storyline specifics and premiere timing remain undisclosed.

The entertainer validated the announcement by sharing an image of the article on her social media platform, captioning it with the message “Excited about this.”

This engagement marks her first on-camera appearance since her appearance in the 2021 Pixar Popcorn short series, where she also provided the voice for the same aquatic character.