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7 Unbelievably Frugal Celebrities And Their Huge Fortunes

Fans often assume that their favorite celebrities' high salaries are directly proportional to their lavish lifestyles. While some renowned people are recognized for their extreme frugality, others are known for their penchant for buying expensive items only to show them off. These frugal Celebrities are incredibly frugal. 
It may come as a surprise, but many Hollywood A-listers prefer to keep their cash where they can easily see it, in their bank accounts, rather than spending lavishly on public displays of riches. Some of these superstars, according to Slice's reporting, are extremely frugal to the point of being eccentric in their refusal to spend any of their considerable wealth. Celebrities are incredibly frugal.

1. Mila Kunis

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Mila Kunis's fans are often surprised by her modesty. Since her breakout appearance on "That '70s Show," she has achieved massive success in several other Hollywood endeavors. Because of her marriage to Ashton Kutcher, she and her new husband now share a fortune estimated at over $275 million. Sometimes it seems that the greater the fame, the bigger the ring the bride of a celebrity will spend a fortune on. Except for Mila Kunis, of course. Her wedding ring cost her only $90, and she lives a minimalist lifestyle.

2. Ed Sheeran

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Ed Sheeran's blockbuster songs earn him millions of dollars. He has a large, loyal fan base. With a net worth of $200 million, he can afford a luxury lifestyle full of comforts and luxuries. Despite this, he lives frugally. Sheeran avoids the cameras and the spotlight offstage. MoneyWise says he still uses the student bank account he opened before his celebrity.

3. Lady Gaga

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Lady Gaga has $300 million to spend, but when she goes shopping, she holds on to her money tight and doesn't spend more than she has to. She has been known to look at the sale racks and doesn't want to pay full price for things that she can get for the same sale price.
She isn't just looking for good deals in the aisles. Lady Gaga has been known to use coupons often to save money. Lady Gaga doesn't need to spend much time looking for discounts, so it's hard to picture her doing so. However, she says that looking for discounts gives her more confidence in her purchases, and she loves saving money along the way.

4. Michael Jordan

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Michael Jordan is one of the world's highest-paid athletes, and he's earned more than he can spend. It's hard to pry money from his grasp. He's known for being frugal at elegant dinners, refusing to tip or leaving a little tip even when service was excellent. His dinner and drink costs are substantial, so skipping the tip is offensive. His buddies say he embarrassed them by not picking up the tab or tipping appropriately.

5. Kristen Bell

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Celebrities spend fortunes on their weddings and spare no expense to make them spectacular. Mostly. Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard were unique. Bell bought her wedding dress for $142 and married without any frills. After wearing a $45 Target outfit to a red carpet event, she became renowned. She looked great but wasn't willing to spend much money.

6. Warren Buffet

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For a long time now, Warren Buffet has been considered the richest person in the world. Some have speculated that he maintains a modest lifestyle despite being worth over $100 billion. He likes to keep things simple and drives a Cadillac XT4 most of the time. He doesn't need to show off his wealth by buying a mansion or driving a Ferrari, and he lives in a fairly normal suburban neighborhood.

7. Tyra Banks

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Tyra walks the catwalk with a newfound air of self-assurance, but she has already stashed away the millions she has earned from her many successful fashion business ventures. Banks was raised by a single mother, and the difficulties they had as a family are still with her now. Banks shockingly confesses she brings home the leftover hotel soap from her trips. Before making any major purchases, she consults with her accountant. She can afford to blow through her fortune at will, but Banks would feel more comfortable if she showed proof of a substantial savings account.
 
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