The Most Ridiculous Celebrity Purchases Of All Time

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1. Oprah Winfrey - Bath Time Purchase

Would You Buy A Bathtub That's Shaped Like Oprah Winfrey?

Image source Getty ImagesIt takes a special chat show host to get personal information out of a big celebrity but huge shout out to James Corden who got Oprah Winfrey to divulge that she had commissioned a hand carved tub out of marble and onyx that is a cosy fit for two. Nice one Oprah - keeping the romance alive.

2. Tamara Ecclestone - Outshines Oprah With Bath Tub

Image source Getty ImagesThe daughter of Formula One chief executive Bernie Ecclestone bought a bath. Well, to be more precise, it was made from crystals at a cost of $800,000 and then a small fortune more to reinforce the floor. That sort of money though is like water off a duck's bath for Tamara.

3. Donald Trump - Gold Bathroom For The Jet

Image source The Trump OrganisationThe Donald had his eye on Paul Allen's Boeing 757. Don't know whether the co-founder of Microsoft needed to raise some cash but a price of $100 million was agreed, probably as it was a nice round amount. Trump didn't think it made him look wealthy enough so he splashed out on a new bathroom, complete with gold sink and accessories.

4. George Lucas - Real Life Fireman Sam

Image source PinterestStar Wars and Indiana Jones director, George Lucas, increased his property portfolio, shelling out a cool $100 million for Skywalker ranch in California. Eager to protect his new property from any fire risks, he did the usual thing of paying for 12 full time firefighters complete with fire trucks. Nothing like being prepared.

5. Justin Bieber - Halloween Grill

Image source The MirrorLast time I was invited to a Halloween party I ordered a witch's outfit, complete with plastic cauldron and blackout teeth from Amazon for £12.99. Justin Bieber went one step further and ordered a gold and diamond removable grill at a cost of $50,000. I think he was robbed as it only covered 6 teeth.

6. Beyoncé - Gold Leggings

Image source A P PhotosQueen Bee is well known for her extravagant stage outfits and to be fair she looks damn good in every one of them. During the 2007 BET Awards she didn't disappoint and stunned audience members with a pair of Balenciaga leggings which set her back a tidy sum of $100,000. Think they were hand wash only.

7. Larry Ellison - Bet On A Casino

Image source Business InsiderTech billionaire Larry Ellison purchased a Lake Tahoe resort once owned by Frank Sinatra and frequently used by Marilyn Monroe and President Kennedy. Ellison wanted to increase his property investments so acquired a nearby hotel complete with a couple of casinos for almost $40 million. I bet it does well.

8. Mike Tyson - A Bath And A Few Tigers

Image source InfobaeMike Tyson - you either love him or loathe him. At the peak of his career he was absolutely loaded so shifted some of his dosh on a $2.2 million gold bath tub (what is it with celebs and their baths?). As he had money left over in his high interest savings account he also made an impulse buy of 3 Bengal tigers.......like you do!

9. Johnny Depp - Starts Wining

Image source British GQIn the middle of a lawsuit (not the Amber Heard one), legal documents showed Johnny Depp spent $30,000 a month on wine for his personal consumption. Might be worth mentioning that he also obtained 45 luxury cars, 70 collectable guitars, a luxury yacht and 14 homes dotted all around the world.

10. Kim Basinger - Buys A Town

Image source Business InsiderBack in 1989, Georgia native and actress Kim Basinger, along with other investors, purchased a 2000 acre town, Braselton, for $20 million. She wanted to turn the town's farmland into a film studio and tourist attraction. Unfortunately in 1995 the town was auctioned off as part of Basinger's bankruptcy.

11. Magic Johnson - He's a King, a Burger King

Image source GenmiceOnce athletes reach retirement age which is around 24 these days, they start looking around for business opportunities to fill their days. Magic Johnson, partial to a burger and fries, decided to buy into 30 Burger King franchises which set him back millions of dollars. Not sure if he intended on doing a few shifts there!

12. Katy Perry - Space Man

Images source Daily MailIt's always exciting opening pressies on your birthday and it was no different for Russell Brand. In 2010 when he was still married to Katy Perry, he couldn't wait to rip off the birthday wrap. Was it an initialled handkerchief and matching boxer shorts set, like last year? To his surprise, wifey had splashed the cash on a ticket for Richard Branson's spaceship company Virgin Galactic. It was reported to have cost $200,000. Would that include a meal deal?

13. Ashton Kutcher - Copycat

Image source LuxurylaunchesGorgeous Ashton Kutcher, once married to Demi Moore and now happily spliced with Mila Kunis, always loved to play the vintage computer game 'Space Invaders' and the next level up was to purchase your own space ticket. He signed on in 2012 to be the 500th passenger with Virgin Galactic. Wonder if he bagged a seat next to Russel Brand?

14. Mariah Carey - Candy Queen

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Monroe and Moroccan, Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon's twins, were spoilt 5 year olds and weren't satisfied with being plonked in front of the telly to watch cartoons. Mum and dad (now exes) decided to fill their kids up with E numbers and made a candy shop in their house which looked like an actual store. There were giant lollipops, a gumball machine and even a cotton candy maker. I'm sure their dentist would have made a killing from those children!

15. Nicolas Cage - Mongolian Dinosaur (Skull Only!)

Image source Slate.comSome would say that Nicholas Cage is becoming an old relic, now he's nearing his sixth decade. Back in 2007 he got his hands on a real oldie, a 67 million year old Mongolian Tyrannosaurus bataar skull. He was in a bidding war with Leonardo DiCaprio but sealed the deal at a cost of $276,000.

16. Paris Hilton - Posh Kennel

Image source Getty ImagesWe all love our four-legged doggy friends and don't mind owning up to pampering them with ruffwear. Paris Hilton took pampering to a new level when she had a 2 storey doggy villa built, compete with balcony and black crystal chandelier, along with designer furniture. It cost $325,000 but that did include a large supply of chew sticks.

17. Celine Dion - Humidifier Takes Your Breath Away

Image source NevadanewsEvery diva needs to protect her vocal chords especially if she's signed up for a 3 year residency at Caesar's Palace. Celine Dion went that little step further than gargling with salt water twice a day and keeping off hot curries. She insisted the hotel install a $2 million humidifier to preserve her voice in the desert climate. It was agreed and the misting device was hung above the stage while she performed.

18. Kelly Rowland - Baby Shower Gift

Image source Daily MailWhen you get an invite to your friend's baby shower you'll be racking your brains as to what gift you should take. Then there is the issue that you don't want to duplicate another guest's present. Ex band mate Kelly Rowland popped over to Beyonce's baby shower (for Blue Ivy) with the perfect essential gift, a $5,200 Swarovski crystal baby bath tub.

19. Victoria Beckham - Eye Watering iPhone

Image source Times Of IndiaUpgrading your mobile phone when the new model comes out. is something to look forward to. One of the decision to be made is what colour you should go for, whether understated or maybe a shocking pink case. Victoria Beckham had that same quandary and in the end plumped for a handcrafted, 24 carat gold plated iPhone with a price tag of $35,998 (I like to be precise). Hope she went for the phone insurance.

20. Lady Gaga - Ghost Buster

Image source USA TodayThis is a bit of a spooky story. Have you ever thought there was a presence in the room but you couldn't see anything. Turns out it was your other half hiding and ready to pounce to scare you. Lady Gaga was feeling uneasy about unwanted ghostly spirits and purchased an electro-magnetic field reader for $50,000 to keep them away from her door when she was on tour.

21. Bono - Airline Ticket For His Hat

Image source FianancekinTravelling from London to Italy for a charity concert in 2003, Bono forgot to pack his favourite hat so arranged for it to be flown separately on the next available flight. Once it arrived in Italy, it took a cab, leaving a tip and made its way to its owner. The total travel expense for the headwear was £1,500.

22. Jay Z - Champagne

Image source Getty ImagesJay-Z had a lucrative sponsorship deal with the Cristal champagne brand but when it ended he was free to be seen sampling another brand. Out partying with a group of friends, he chose the best bubbly around, Armand de Brignac and ordered 75 bottles. His bill amounted to $250,000 and he left a 20% tip to the bartenders (work it out).

23. Nicolas Cage - Comic Book Collection

Image source US WeeklyNicolas Cage loves to throw money on outrageous items. He owns umpteen properties, a castle, racing cars and a couple of islands. One of his purchases was a comic book collection which included the first number of Action Comics where Superman made his first appearance. He bought it for a million dollars and sold it a few years later for nearly three times what he paid for it.

24. Jennifer Anniston - Beauty Regime

Image source Real SimpleFriends favourite, Jennifer Anniston, always looks stunning. Even if she's snapped when she's 'off duty', she is a picture of perfection. This may be due to spending $150,000 a year on everything from eyebrow shaping to private yoga classes as well as $400 a week on pre-made dietician approved meals. Goes to prove it costs to look this good.

25. Kate Moss - 'Personal Item'

Image source MetroNothing wrong with treating yourself on pay day and splashing out on clothes and make up. Kate Moss doesn't have to wait until the end of the month to go on a shopping spree. The once troubled supermodel once spent $325 on a gold-plated vibrator. Just her luck that a reporter happened to be passing and got the scoop! Is nothing sacred?

26. Suri Cruise - Designer Handbag

Image source InsiderEvery little girl wants to feel grown up and will often be seen tottering around the house in her mother's high heels. Suri Cruise, daughter of Tom and his ex, Katie Holmes, was no different. She was even the proud owner of her very own $850 Salvatore Ferragamo handbag- at 3 years old!

27. Tom Cruise - Plane Gift For Katie

Image source PopdustI know we've all agreed to block out the Tom and Katie era but it is worth mentioning that Mr Cruise reportedly dropped $20 million on a private jet for Katie's wedding gift. She was one lucky lady as she already had received a huge diamond ring, the size of a marble!

28. Steven Cohen's - Dangling Shark

Image source Business InsiderSteve Cohen, American hedge fund manager and owner of the New York Mets of Major League Baseball, is worth around $13 billion so any purchase wouldn't even make a mark on his bank balance. For the man who has everything, he was quietly delighted to find something unusual to purchase, namely a piece of art which consisted of a shark suspended in formaldehyde which cost him $8 million. I wonder which room he hung it in - hopefully not the kitchen!

29. Jay-Z - Race Horses

Image source Fropky.comJay-Z doesn't ride horses but he's so rich he could employ someone to ride for him! It didn't stop him spending $55 million on a Kentucky Derby winning horse named California Chrome (not to be confused with Google Chrome). Even if the equine beauty wins loads of races, Sean Carter won't be able to recoup what he has laid out. Don't think he'd be that bothered Everything is tax deductable.

30. Kylie Jenner - Teddy Bear

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When multi-millionaire Kylie Jenner was decorating the nursery for the impending birth of her baby she decided to give 'Mammas and Pappas' a miss and instead bought a Louis Vuitton teddy bear costing $16,000. Seems steep but there was 20% off so a steal! It was made of monogrammed brown velvet and only 500 were ever produced. Hope the baby appreciates it.