5 stars who spent all their fortune and went bankrupt

2024 Author: Richard Flannagan | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-15 23:55

A bankrupt star - doesn't it sound strange? It is hard to imagine that the crazy fees that spoil the stars of American cinema can end. But sometimes the easily earned money is just as easily spent. The world of temptations is great, besides, as they say, the situation obliges: luxurious houses, more like palaces, designer clothes, jewelry, the latest car brands. And suddenly it happens that the bank account is empty, and there is nothing to pay the debts with. As a result, celebrities file for bankruptcy. And so it happened with our today's heroes.

Mike Tyson

"Tank" and "Iron Mike" - these nicknames are firmly entrenched in this scandalous professional boxer. The history of boxing has not yet known such a rapid ascent to the podium - Mike Tyson became the first athlete to become the youngest world heavyweight champion. Despite the fact that his fees were considered the highest in the world of boxing, he did not escape financial problems.

In 2003, Tyson went to bankruptcy court. He insisted that the $ 300 million he had recently lost was the result of inappropriate financial advice. According to his lawyer, the boxer's broad nature did not allow him to delve into all the intricacies of financial affairs, as a result, the costs exceeded income several times. However, one can doubt the correctness of the arguments presented. It is unlikely that it was the financiers who advised him to buy luxurious mansions with golden bathrooms, vintage cars, jewelry and even Bengal tigers. In addition, a separate item of expenditure falls on payments in court cases: compensation to the victims of his stormy disposition and his ex-wife Monica, who received 6.5 million compensation during the divorce.

Now, according to insiders, "Iron Mike" has come to his senses, and the rest of the money invested in the business. His company, The Ranch, plans and is already implementing the idea of a kind of Disneyland for soft drug lovers. In 2018, the state of California passed legislation allowing free recreational use of marijuana. Marketers estimate that the cannabis market will grow to $ 4 billion in five years, and the former boxer wants to be involved. In the meantime, under the Tyson Ranch trademark, medicinal and very high-quality herb is sold.

Nicolas Cage

The popular actor became famous throughout Hollywood for his strange purchases. Among them are a haunted house in New Orleans (where black slaves were tortured in the early 19th century), an unremarkable 1971 Lamborghini, a home zoo with exotic animals (which still could not live in captivity for a long time). Having learned that Leonardo DiCaprio had acquired the skeleton of a Tyrannosaurus, Nicolas Cage bought a dinosaur skull for a cheap price. Subsequently, it turned out that it was stolen, and the unsuccessful purchase had to be returned to the Museum of Mongolia.

And one more expensive purchase did not bring happiness: the actor was assured that the dried heads of African pygmies he bought brought good luck. As a result, the opposite happened. Having fabulous royalties from filming, Nicolas Cage, nevertheless, was able to lower his more than 150 millionth fortune. In 2008, he faced serious financial difficulties. It turned out that the mansions bought in the Old and New World require money for maintenance. In addition, taxes must be paid for real estate. And ex-wives are also not averse to profit from their husbands.

As a result, the celebrity's debt to the state treasury alone amounted to $ 14 million in taxes alone. In order not to become completely bankrupt, Nicolas Cage took drastic measures. He parted ways with an estate in Middletown (bought for $ 15.7 million after the real estate crisis, it fell to $ 6, 2 million), with the medieval Neidstein Castle, as well as with a mansion in the prestigious Los Angeles area, whose price fell from 35 million to 10, 5 million dollars. The rest of the property is waiting for its buyers. However, like the heads of the pygmies. And Nicolas Cage is forced to somehow make ends meet, having only two tens of millions of dollars in his account.

Lindsey Lohan

Since childhood, the charming actress has been accustomed to swimming in the rays of glory and has nothing to deny herself. No, she did not collect mansions - her blunder was unreasonable spending. The actress has become famous for crazy parties, designer outfits, chic collectible jewelry and a passion for spirits and drugs.

During the moves, she more than once had to hide from the lawyers of the hotel owners - the star invariably rented the most luxurious rooms and did not pay the bills. There was a time when her account was completely empty, and the girl lived for some time in her mother's house, in the room where she spent her childhood. I had to forget about new roles - knowing Lindsay's scandalous reputation, the directors were in no hurry to invite her to new projects.

The money ran out, and a new life began - the actress had to declare herself bankrupt. Now the star has announced the release of a new studio album, as well as a reality show, which will be filmed in her own beach clubs in Greece.

Pamela Anderson

One of the best fashion models in Playboy magazine, the busty blonde became the star of the 90s. The male half was captivated by her bright appearance and outstanding forms. The beauty's finances were significantly replenished thanks to filming in the now iconic series "Rescuers Malibu" and advertising contracts.

However, time passed, and her demand as an actress came to naught. But the star did not even think to make a "stash" for a rainy day - endless operations to improve the stellar body, noisy parties and chores for home improvement led to the fact that Pamela did not notice how she ended up without money. In addition, problems arose in the construction business, where the star invested her millions. Her debt to the company was $ 3 million, and the actress had to change her place of residence. She was forced to move from a luxurious mansion to a regular construction trailer, although, according to her, it was even funny.

Brendan Fraser

Brendan Fraser began to conquer Hollywood with roles in comedies, and after the adventure film "The Mummy" they started talking about him as a worthy actor. His dramatic gift manifested itself in the film "Gods and Monsters", shot in 1997. Of course, the actor's fees have become noticeably higher. At the peak of his popularity, Fraser finds happiness in his personal life - he marries an old friend.

However, this is not what brings him to the brink of bankruptcy. As they say, you should not argue with a woman - after a loud divorce, the actor was ordered to pay huge alimony for the maintenance of his three children. Six years later, Fraser had to go to court with a request to reduce payments - the amount of 900 thousand dollars a year turned out to be unaffordable. All this happened at a time when the actor was beginning to be easy to work with. Now Brendan Fraser is also loved by fans, but the popularity of the early 00s is already far away.