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Steven Spielberg Film Director Bought An Island In Madeira Archipelago, Amount Undisclosed

The Hollywood director Steven Spielberg can undoubtedly afford a private island like the one in Madeira Archipelago, off the coast of Portugal. It’s a private island in the true sense of the word, as nothing has been disclosed about the island to the media. Moreover, it is uninhabited, consists of two islands connected together.

For celebrities like Steven, having an island is an excellent way to show off his luxuries. Steven loves to travel around the island with his family in his exclusive 86-meter luxury yacht. Don’t know if money can buy you happiness; it surely can buy you an island!

Musician Mogul Jay-Z and Beyoncé Owns An Island In The Bahamas For $3 Million

Being one of the wealthiest couples, it must be hard for Jay Z and Beyonce to decide on each other’s anniversary gift. Buying a private island is undoubtedly the best gift for a celebrity like Beyonce, who constantly yearns for privacy with her family. Jay-Z bought this beautiful 360-acre island in North Abaco, Bahamas, for $3 million.

However, the island is substantially undeveloped, but the couple soon constructed a magnificent mansion on the island. The lush greenery around the island and crystal clear water is perfect for a peaceful getaway far from people’s eyes. It’s where they can enjoy sunbathing, snorkeling, scuba diving, and much more.

Taylor Swift Owns A Mansion In Rhode Island, For $17.75 Million

The 21st century’s pop sensation Taylor Swift has got her new holiday home nestled in Rhode Island. It is surrounded by a sandy shoreline, perfect for private beach parties of the summer months. This gorgeous mansion has 5.23 acres of waterfront, making it lovely and Swift’s favorite hangout spot.

Swift paid a whopping $17.75 Million for this super-luxe summer retreat featuring 8-bedrooms, multiple fireplaces, and car garages. It does have enough terraces from where one can have a stunning view of Fishers Island Sound and The Watch Hill Lighthouse. This mansion was built in 1930, and Swift has a special relationship with it.

Richard Branson’s $180K Necker Island is Now Worth About $60 Million

The business magnate Richard Branson never knew the deal he was making to impress his girlfriend would be the best deal of his life! The original owner of Necker Island, Lord Cobham, listed the island for $5 million. Branson made him a lowball offer of $100K as a joke, and luckily the capital-strapped Cobham settled on the price of $180K.

However, as per the law, the privately-owned island must be converted into a resort, so Branson had to shell out $10 million more to build the resort and other facilities. Today, you will be surprised to know that the same island is now worth about $60 million.

Lenny Kravitz Established A Studio On The Island Eleuthera, Amount Undisclosed

The Eleuthera island was the birthplace of Lenny Kravitz’s late mother, Roxie Roker, and now his home. However, Kravitz didn’t purchase the entire island, instead a piece of real estate where he built his home as well as his recording studio. Lenny Kravitz, who is also called the ultimate Rock God, released many of his albums right from his island studio.

Perhaps, the solitude of the island and kind-hearted locals have been a big inspiration for his super hit songs. Living close to nature also gives a feeling of freedom and openness. Kravitz still lives there. Even during the pandemic, he spent more than five months on the island.

Steven Spielberg Film Director Bought An Island In Madeira Archipelago, Amount Undisclosed

The Hollywood director Steven Spielberg can undoubtedly afford a private island like the one in Madeira Archipelago, off the coast of Portugal. It’s a private island in the true sense of the word, as nothing has been disclosed about the island to the media. Moreover, it is uninhabited, consists of two islands connected together.

For celebrities like Steven, having an island is an excellent way to show off his luxuries. Steven loves to travel around the island with his family in his exclusive 86-meter luxury yacht. Don’t know if money can buy you happiness; it surely can buy you an island!

Millionaire Music Couple McGraw & Faith Hill Owns Goat Cay For $1.2 Million

The multi-millionaire couple bought a private island, Goat Cay, a paradise that they dreamed up together. They reportedly paid $1.2 million for the island to have a place to escape the paparazzi.

Over the years, Tim and Faith Hill spent several millions more to develop this wild island into a private palace. Therefore, the island includes a 6,517-square-foot mansion, two beaches, and plenty of palm trees. The couple loves spending time on the island with their family that often can be seen on their Instagram feeds. They purchased this 19.77-acre island in 2003, and now it is worth around $35 million. Talk about making a sound investment!

The Legendary Marlon Brando’s Tetiaroa Island

This breathtakingly beautiful private atoll of Tetiaroa was proudly owned by the legendary actor Marlon Brando. Brando got the idea to purchase the island when he visited Tahiti for a film shoot in 1966. However, the price he paid for the island remained undisclosed. However, the island was converted into a luxury resort. It still serves as a popular spot for cruising that includes a fitness hub, water sports, and tennis court.

Marlon Brando had a lifelong dream to maintain this pristine paradise in its purest condition. Although he died in 2004, his vision continues to live on. The island’s resort remains a popular vacation destination.

Award-Winning Actor Gene Hackman’s Second Island in The British Columbia

The longtime silver screen presence Gene Hackman chose a new career path as a novelist at the age of 89. Hackman is no stranger to being an island owner. First, he owned Fawn Island in the San Juans, but it was pretty exposed, so he sold it. In exchange, he purchased another island to enjoy more seclusion. Then, he picked a small piece of paradise in British Columbia, spanning over 2.3 acres of land where he’s looking to enjoy his retired life.

However, how much he paid for this small chunk of heaven is undisclosed, but we can safely assume it to be a couple of million dollars.

Roger Waters & Shakira Shares A $16 Million Island

The pop singer Shakira and Pink Floyd bass guitarist Roger Waters share a gorgeous 700 acre Bonds Cay island, located in the Bahamas. The pair bought this island for $16 million with a plan to transform the island into a luxury resort.

Waters and Shares came up with the idea to reinvent the concept of tourism and planned to make an artists’ retreat. The island would flaunt plenty of luxury condos, including hotels, private beaches where millionaire holiday makers would use it as an exotic getaway. The island will also have an array of private speed boats and an 18-hole golf course. It will undoubtedly become a big attraction for vacationers.

Diana Ross and Ex-Husband Arne Naess Jr. Bought a Tahitian Island

The music legend Diana Ross and her husband Arne Naess Jr., a wealthy businessman, were the most unlikely couple. The power couple had plenty of money to purchase their private island, and it was Tahitian island that was imprinted in their minds. The actual cost of the purchase remained undisclosed. However, this island was their favorite spot as they spent their honeymoon on a similar and close-by island.

In 2000, the couple split, and after four years of separation, Arne passed away in an accident. His passing shocked Ross despite their rocky past. Afterward, the island was put up for sale.

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