15 Of The Most Expensive Celeb Divorces (And 5 That Were Actually Amicable)
Hollywood stars do everything big. They buy big homes, big cars, big watches, and of course, they have big divorces.
When reading tabloids and discovering that yet another celebrity couple is calling it quits, we rarely ever think of what it costs the celebrity. Instead, we just look to see what kind of dirt is revealed and hunt for juicy gossip. Well, it turns out that Hollywood divorces are incredibly expensive. We're talking tens or even hundreds of millions of dollars ... and sometimes even more!
While most of Hollywood divorces blow up and are full of drama, it's also true that some celebrities couples break up in a very respectful and mess-free way.
Read on to learn about Hollywood's most expensive divorces and its friendliest!
21 Expensive: Jeff & Mackenzie Bezos
People Magazine stated that in June 2018, Jeff Bezos was announced as the richest man in the world. Only months later in early 2019, it was confirmed that he was divorcing with Mackenzie, his wife of 25 years.
This news was surprising, but the settlement was even more astounding: Their divorce made Mackenzie $36 billion dollars richer. Wow!
20 Amicable: Ashlee Simpson & Pete Wentz
Ashlee Simpson and Pete Wentz were the emo couple that every grunge kid looked up to. In 2011, these two musicians declared that they were getting a divorce.
Rather than write angry songs about each other, these two put all their energy into raising their son, Bronx. They continued to parent him together and raise him the best they could.
19 Expensive: Michael & Juanita Jordan
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Basketball superstar, Michael Jordan, was married to his wife, Juanita Jordan for 17 years when they filed for divorce in 2006, as per People Magazine. Their relationship was rocky for the most part of the 2000s, however, when they finally called it quits, Juanita got an astonishing $168 million!
People Magazine claimed this was one of the largest settlements in history.
17 Expensive: Paul McCartney & Heather Mills
Famous Beatle band member, Paul McCartney married model Heather Mills. Independent called their marriage one of the most explosive marriages in history, being filled with plenty of fights and drama.
Four years after the two were married, the duo split and settled their divorce with a $50 million payout.
16 Expensive: Amber Heard & Johnny Depp
Amber Heard and Johnny Depp were together for only 15 months before ending their marriage. Their divorce was a messy one that was filled with allegations and arguments.
Finally, the two reached a $7 million settlement. Interestingly enough, People Magazine reported that Heard donated the entire sum to charity.
15 Expensive: Guy Ritchie & Madonna
Guy Ritchie and Madonna's divorce was a messy one that was filled with drama. People Magazine stated that their break up resulted in Madonna giving Guy over $75 million dollars and also had to fight for custody of their son, Rocco.
We wouldn't wish this tough situation on anyone.
14 Amicable: Kate Hudson & Chris Robinson
Kate Hudson and Chris Robinson ended their marriage in 2017, however they skipped the drama. Instead, Bustle states that these two focus on their family and having a good relationship for their daughter.
Paparazzi often snaps shots of them playing with her or spending days at the park together.
13 Expensive: Mel Gibson & Robyn Moore
After dating for nearly 30 years, Mel Gibson and Robyn Moore ended their marriage. Gibson ended up splitting his $850 million fortune with his now ex-wife, resulting in her getting a grand total of $425 million!
People Magazine named this one of the most costly breakups in Hollywood and we would certainly agree!
12 Expensive: Harrison Ford & Melissa Mathison
After being married for 17 years, Harrison Ford and Melissa Mathison ended their marriage. Prior to their divorce, they told People Magazine that they had been living apart and trying to work through their differences.
After being unable to make their marriage work, Daily Mail stated that they settled for over $85 million.
11 Expensive: Steven Spielberg & Amy Irving
Steven Spielberg and Amy Irving were married for only four short years, however, their divorce was an expensive one. While they apparently signed a prenup, written on the back of a napkin, Insider stated that this was refused in court.
The two settled for over $100 million — Ouch! Insider Magazine stated that this was amongst the largest settlements ever!
10 Amicable: Courteney Cox & David Arquette
After most breakups, many couples agree to remain friends forever, however, this rarely ever happens. In the case of Friends star Courteney Cox and famous actor, director and producer, David Arquette, they actually made it happen.
They divorced in 2012 in a very respectful and peaceful way, agreeing to maintain a relationship for their daughter.
9 Expensive: Tiger Woods & Elin Nordegren
In 2009, Tiger Woods began spiraling. He was involved in so many scandals, and his relationship with his wife began to deteriorate, largely due to his own behavior.
After 6 years of marriage, Woods and his wife Elin Nordegren divorced. According to Daily News, they settled for a costly $100 million dollars.
8 Expensive: Michael Douglas & Diandra Douglas
When celebrity couples divorce, many fans scratch their head wondering why on earth wouldn't they sign a prenup? Well in the case of Michael Douglas and Diandra Douglas, when they married in 1977, Michael was barely famous.
However, at the time of their divorce, his net worth certainly went up quite a bit. Zimbio states that they settled for $45 million!
7 Expensive: Lionel Richie & Diane Richie
Lionel And Diane Richie got married in the mid-80s and sadly, decided to split up in 1994. Their divorce was incredibly costly for Lionel as Diane asked for a minimum of $300,000 a month! She justified this amount by including expenses for clothes, shoes, handbags, pilates and manicures.
According to Zimbio, her budget, which even included $20,000 for plastic surgery, cost Lionel $20 million.
6 Amicable: Kris & Caitlyn Jenner
The Kardashian/Jenners are the family with the most dramatic ever, however, shockingly enough Kris and Bruce ended their relationship in the most beautiful and amicable way ever.
They continue to appear on the reality television series together, are seen at events or at family gatherings together and seem to love each other no matter what.
5 Expensive: Mick Jagger & Jerry Hall
Mick Jagger and Jerry Hall were married for 9 years before they went through an incredibly ugly divorce. Hall, unfortunately, found out that Jagger had another child with a Brazilian model and demanded that they split up. We certainly don't blame her!
After 9 years of marriage, Jagger paid a $25 million divorce settlement to Hall.
4 Expensive: Hulk Hogan & Linda Hogan
Hulk and Linda Hogan's relationship showed how detrimental reality tv could be to a relationship. The two starred on Hogan Knows Best for 2 years before ending their 26-year long marriage.
They settled for $30 million! According to Zimbio, Linda received plenty of money, but also many expensive cars and properties owned by Hulk.
3 Amicable: Orlando Bloom & Miranda Kerr
Orlando Bloom and Miranda Kerr divorced in 2013, however, they did not let their breakup affect their family in any way. They put their son first and agreed to be a part of each other lives no matter what.
Bloom appeared on Katie Couric's talk show and stated that they're "going to support one another and love each other as parents to Flynn."
2 Expensive: Arnold Schwarzenegger & Maria Shriver
Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver seemed like the perfect couple. Shriver was a beautiful television anchor and Schwarzenegger a Mr Universe winner, governor and famous actor! Sadly, in 2011 they ended their 25-year relationship.
According to Worthy, Schwarzenegger was ordered to hand over $250 million to Shriver! OMG!
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