The ultra-rich live in a different universe, and their spending habits prove it. Here are seven mind-blowing ways celebrities have splurged their fortunes—ranging from practical (well, sort of) to the downright bizarre.
1. Lil Uzi Vert: A $30 Million Forehead Diamond
In 2021, rapper Lil Uzi Vert made headlines with an 11-carat pink diamond implanted in his forehead. Worth an reported $30 million, the custom rock was designed by famed jeweler-to-the-celebrities Elliot Eliantte. The flashy forehead statement didn’t last — Uzi removed it after fans ripped it out during a Rolling Loud performance. He reportedly still owns the gem but no longer wears it.
2. Nick Cannon: Insured His “Assets” for $10 Million
Known for his humor and large family, Nick Cannon revealed to “Entertainment Tonight” that he insured his most “valuable assets”–aka, his testicles–for $10 million. “You hear about celebrities insuring their legs,” he joked, adding, “I had to ensure nothing goes wrong.” With 12 kids, it’s one way to safeguard his legacy—literally.
3. Bill Gates: A $30.8 Million Notebook
In 1994, Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates purchased Leonardo da Vinci’s “Codex Leicester” for an astronomical $30.8 million. From the 1500s, this 72-page masterpiece contains sketches and ideas on astronomy, mechanics, botany, and more. Gates reportedly uses it as an educational tool, has been known to lend it to museums for public display.
4. Mike Tyson: $70,000 Bengal Tigers
Boxing legend Mike Tyson went all out with exotic pets, famously spending $70,000 each on white Bengal tigers. There seems to be no word on his the champ still has his large cats.
5. Kelly Rowland: A Crystal Bathtub for Blue Ivy
During Beyoncé’s baby shower for Blue Ivy, Destiny’s Child alum Kelly Rowland gifted a $5,200 crystal-encrusted bathtub. A step above traditional rubber duckies, this sparkling bath ensures Beyoncé’s firstborn soaks in style.
6. Michael Jackson’s Six-Figure Sculpture
Michael Jackson was known for his expensive and exectric shopping sprees. During one he plopped down six figures for a bronze sculpture by American artist Glenna Goodacre. The piece was estimated to be worth $150,000-$250,000.
Goodacre is known for designing the Vietnam Women’s Memorial in Washington, D.C., and the Sacajawea U.S. dollar coin.
7. Ben Affleck: A $105,000 Toilet Seat for JLo
Affleck’s over-the-top gift to Jennifer Lopez takes the throne — pun intended. This diamond, pearl, ruby, and sapphire-encrusted luxury toilet seat reportedly cost $105,000.
