14 Times Celebrities Took Gift-Giving to Another Level
For the ultra-rich, gifts are an opportunity to redefine extravagance and wealth. While most people are content with thoughtful gestures or even the occasional luxury item “within reason,” as my mom would say, the affluent seem to thrive on over-the-top gifts that make a statement. From lavish cars and private jets to custom designer jewelry pieces, here are 14 insanely extravagant gifts that the world’s elite can afford to splurge on — many of which cost more than your average home.
1. Kylie Jenner’s $280,000 Lamborghini for Travis Scott
For the “Sicko Mode” rapper’s 28th birthday, on-again, off-again girlfriend Kylie Jenner surprised him with a Lamborghini worth over $280,000. This wasn’t just any luxury sports car; the silver Lambo was a rare model customized with Scott’s taste in mind. The car became an instant symbol of their opulent romance and garnered significant media attention.
2. Courteney Cox’s $12,000 Chanel Bike for Jennifer Aniston
To surprise her longtime bestie and onscreen friend Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox turned to a $12,000 designer Chanel bicycle. The bike features a quilted leather seat and saddlebag adorned with the iconic Chanel “CC” logo. Aniston, who’s known for her fitness routine, was reportedly looking to take up cycling, a source close to the friends (pun intended) said.
3. Jay-Z and Beyoncé’s $80,000 Barbie Doll for Blue Ivy
For their daughter Blue Ivy’s first birthday, Jay-Z and Beyoncé pulled out all the stops with a $80,000 custom Barbie doll. And this wasn’t just any Barbie — the “diamond-encrusted, one-of-a-kind” doll was “adorned with 160 sparkling diamonds embedded in white gold.” Talk about a bedazzled gift for a child that probably won’t even remember her first birthday.
4. Beyoncé’s $40 Million Private Jet for Jay-Z
Not to be outdone, Beyoncé went above and beyond with a customized Challenger 850 jet valued at a staggering $40 million as a gift to Jay-Z for Father’s Day. The flying palace boasts two bathrooms, a kitchen, lush interiors, and everything needed for luxury travel. It also ensures that the power couple’s commutes are never interrupted by, you know, poor (ahem, regular) people.
5. David Beckham’s $5 Million Vineyard for Victoria Beckham
When longtime soccer — or should we say, football — legend David Beckham wanted to surprise his wife, he didn’t just go for a pricey bottle of wine; he bought her an entire vineyard in Napa Valley for a mind-bending $5 million. While the rest of us are just hoping for a decent cocktail or two, the Beckhams are bringing toasts to a whole new level.
6. Kim Kardashian’s $750,000 Lamborghini for Kanye West
In a grand romantic and flashy gesture, Kim Kardashian bought then-hubby Kanye West a customized Lamborghini Aventador worth over $750,000 for his 35th birthday. Because why express love through words when you can just rev the engine of a million-dollar sports car? It’s basically a Hallmark card on wheels … if the card came with a six-figure price tag.
7. Cardi B’s $573,000 Lamborghini for Offset
For then-hubby Offset’s 29th birthday, Cardi B decided that a $573,000 Lambo SVJ 63 Roadster was the perfect way to celebrate his big day and success with Migos. Why choose something practical when pure speed and style are on the table? Apparently, for the ultra-rich, “congratulations” only hits right when it’s revved from a sports car worth over half a milly.
8. Offset’s $300,000 Custom Rolls-Royce for Cardi B
When Cardi B’s birthday rolled around, Offset ditched traditional gifts in favor of a $300,000 custom Rolls-Royce SUV. While most people would be thrilled with a new ride at any price, for Cardi, “Happy Birthday” means a new set of wheels complete with all the bells and whistles. Get this: The car even came with a bedazzled car seat for the couple’s daughter, Kulture.
9. Lady Gaga’s $50,000 Ghost Detector for Herself
After claiming she was being “chased” by a ghost named Ryan, Lady Gaga dropped $50k on a ghost detector to keep Ryan at bay. While most people make due with a nightlight, Gaga needs reassurance from high-tech ghost-busting gear. It’s comforting to know that while we’re worried about paying rent, the Oscar-winning singer and actress is in Hollywood warding off spirits.
10. Angelina Jolie’s Helicopter and Flying Lessons for Brad Pitt
Why pick up a gift card when you can buy your partner an actual helicopter — and throw in flying lessons for good measure? That’s exactly what Angelina Jolie gifted then-husband Brad Pitt in 2012. Talk about a gesture that screams, “We’re not like normal people.” While his midlife-crisis-on-wings cost her a cool $1.6 million, the couple still got divorced in 2016.
11. George Clooney’s $1 Million Cash Gift for His Friends
As a thank you to his friends for being in his corner during his rise to stardom, George Clooney famously gifted each of them $1 million in cash, totaling $14 million. Meanwhile, my friends are out here Venmo-requesting for a $4 cup of coffee.
12. Drake’s $35,000 Hermès Birkin Bag for a Fan
In 2023, Drake surprised a fan by gifting her a $35,000 pink Hermès Birkin bag right in the middle of his show in Los Angeles. You read that right — a fan in the front row received one of the world’s most exclusive and coveted handbags, just for being in the right place at the right time. While most concertgoers hope for a shout-out or a selfie, the rapper is trying to raise the bar.
13. Paris Hilton’s $325,000 Dog Mansion for Her Dogs
While most pet owners are grabbing dog beds and other essentials on sale, Paris Hilton’s pooches are living large in a $325,000 Spanish-style mini villa, complete with heating, air conditioning, and even designer furniture. Boasting two stories, a chandelier, and a miniature yard for playtime, Hilton’s pets are, quite literally, living more lavishly than most people.
14. Jay-Z’s $20 Million Private Island for Beyoncé
When it came time to spoil Beyoncé on her 29th birthday, Jay-Z didn’t bother with anything ordinary like jewelry or designer bags. Instead, he went all in and bought her a 12.5-acre private island in the Florida Keys for $20 million. Because why not own an entire island when you can already buy anything else under the sun?