Dreaming of a day when counting cents is history? Well, not everyone's tossing their budget sheets once they hit the jackpot. Even with bank accounts that could rival a small country’s GDP, some celebrities stick to their penny-pinching ways. Let's dive into the surprisingly frugal lives of five very well-known stars who keep it real with their dollars.
1. Lady Gaga
Despite being one of the world’s top-selling artists, Lady Gaga still hunts down bargains and snips coupons like a pro. Image: Doug Hyun/ FX
Lady Gaga doesn't just belt out hits, she's also a pro at hunting down deals too. Despite raking in millions, this Grammy and Oscar winner loves a good sale and doesn't shy away from using coupons. When she's not cutting costs, Gaga pours her heart into philanthropy, running the Born This Way Foundation and advocating for mental health and LGBTQ+ rights.
2. Rob Gronkowski
Football star Rob Gronkowski lives solely off the money he makes from endorsements. Image: Flickr/ Sgt. James K. McCann
Known as Gronk to his fans, Gronkowski might be a giant on the football field, but his financial game plan is all about defence. He spills the beans in his book, ‘It's Good to Be Gronk,' sharing that he hasn't spent a dime of his NFL earnings or bonuses, living solely on the cash from his endorsements.
3. Dave Grohl
Dave Grohl has said he banks his money and lives relatively frugally. Image: Flickr/ Facundo Gaisler
The legendary drummer of Nirvana and frontman for Foo Fighters, prefers to keep life simple. He banks his earnings and opts for modest living with just a family car and a house that's big enough but not too grand. Grohl proves that rock stars can indeed be practical.
4. Mark Cuban
Mark Cuban, despite being a billionaire, is famous for his frugal habits. Image: Shutterstock/ Kathy Hutchins
Cuban isa billionaire who could easily splash cash without a care but chooses to keep a tight leash on his finances. The ‘Shark Tank' judge and owner of the Dallas Mavericks is a big believer in living simply and loves a good sale on household staples. He's adamant that saving is key, no matter how many zeros your net worth has.
5. Jay Leno
While juggling jobs as a comedian and car dealership worker, Leno lived solely on his comedy earnings. Image: Shutterstock/ Dan Holm
Jay Leno shows us how diversifying income streams can lead to financial freedom. The former ‘Tonight Show' host juggled jobs at a car dealership and comedy clubs, choosing to spend only what he earned from stand-up. When his comedy gigs started paying more, he switched to living off his dealership earnings.
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