Jay Leno - $13.5 Million, Rhode Island - Purchased In 2017

The famed host of The Tonight Show, Jay Leno, has risen to become one of the most popular personalities in entertainment. The star who currently moved on to host Jay Leno's Garage bought an illustrious mansion for $13.5 million on Rhode Island. CNBC reports that the ocean-side property was built in 1930 for French royalty.
Within the 15,851 square feet of living space, you find 12 bedrooms with no less than 12 full bathrooms as well—each room in the curved luxury home grants unspoiled ocean views. Jay also has a six-car garage, which may not be big enough, considering that he owns approximately 286 vehicles (169 cars and 117 motorcycles).
Celine Dion - $28 Million, Jupiter Island, Quebec - Purchased In 2012

According to CNBC, the late René Angélil and his wife Celine Dion once owned an estate on Jupiter Island off the coast of Florida that spanned 5.7-acres. An unmarred oceanfront view even borders the property! The sprawling property boasts everything from an enormous fire pit to two super-sized water slides.
Natural splendor is aplenty, with the former Dion estate even having its own river passing through. As for the inside, you've got 20,000 square feet of living space. The luxury amenities include a tennis court, pavilion, video game room, golf simulator room, and even an ice cream bar. In 2017, Celine Dion sold Jupiter Island for $28 million.
Taylor Swift -$17.75 Million, Rhode Island - Purchased In 2013

Taylor Swift showcases an exceptional career in the music business. According to the business insider, the ten-time Grammy Award-winning artist bought herself a sprawling Rhode Island mansion for $17 million. Her estate is seated upon the island's highest peak, elevated to a vantage point of 700-feet above the shore.
Taylor's interior space houses high ceilings throughout with eight fireplaces. Not only does the mansion have seven bedrooms and nine bathrooms, but it also comes with exceptional extras like a sub-zero refrigerator. Fans were thrilled to hear that at the start of November 2020, Taylor officially got allowed to start rerecording her old music.
Tim McGraw & Faith Hill - $1.2 Million, Goat Cay - Purchased In 2008

Country power couple Tim McGraw and Faith Hill bought a private island in the Bahamas and called it Goat Cay. Their paradise is situated in the Exuma Islands and features a four-bedroom home with 15,000 square feet of interior space. When McGraw and Hill bought the 20-acre island, there was nothing but eight thatch-roofed pavilions.
The whole project took nine years since everything had to be built, similar to a little town. The estate has guest housings throughout, outdoor towers, bathing areas, terraced pools with waterfront views, and an utterly naturalistic decor. In 2020, Tim and Faith celebrated their 24th wedding anniversary.
Naomi Campbell - Price Undisclosed, Cleopatra Island, Turkey - Gifted In 2011

While its authenticity is disputed, it's reported that Naomi Campbell has a self-sufficient home on Cleopatra Island in the Gulf of Gökova. It even has an Egyptian Eye of Horus-shaped dome. Circulating stories claim that the property was a gift from Naomi's ex, Vladislav Doronin, for her 41st birthday and that the house has 25 rooms.
However, Luxury Property Turkey disputes the claim that she acquired a custom-built abode in Turkey. They quote Kamil Özer, the Muğla Ministry of Culture and Tourism president, saying that no one, including Noami Cambell, can alter the protected Turkish open-air museum. We can't wait to see Naomi in The Supermodels from Apple, though.
Julia Roberts - Price Undisclosed, Bahamas - Purchased In 2017

The ever-elusive Julia Roberts bought a private island in the Bahamas, but its price isn't publicly available. The exact location is also undisclosed, but we know that both Lenny Kravitz and Nicolas Cage also own islands in this region of Hawaii's waters. The star has kept the details of her residence extremely private.
The mother of three last featured in film during 2018 but is soon returning to our screens. Fans can't wait to see her in the upcoming TV series centered around the Watergate scandal, Gaslit, where she'll be playing Martha Mitchell.
Nicolas Cage - $3 Million, Leaf Cay - Purchased in 2006

Nicolas Cage bought himself a gorgeous private island in the Exuma Island Chain of the Bahamas. There are three sprawling white-sand beaches on the island that spans 45 acres. He has since put the island situated roughly 85 miles southeast of Nassau up for sale.
Fans and adventure seekers traveling the Bahamas can take a trip to Leaf Cay to enjoy spearfishing and iguana feeding. Cage's piece of paradise houses a secluded bay and is teeming with wildlife, according to TripAdvisor. We've got a string of upcoming movies to look forward to from the legendary actor, including Wally's Wonderland and The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent.
Billy Joel - $32.5 Million, Centre Island - Purchased In 2002

The Piano Man himself, Billy Joel, once owned Centre Island, which is more accurately described as a village on the North shore of Oyster Bay near Nassau County. According to City-Data, the 14.6-acre land later got listed for $37.5 million before dropping to $32.5 million. Billy decided to sell his home to move to the Hamptons.
His former Tudor-style waterfront mansion has a living room designed by Nate Berkus. According to the New York Post, it has 20 rooms, three floors, and a 34-foot high ceiling in the kitchen. From 2019 to 2020, Billy reached critical acclaim for his soundtracks created for the superhero TV show titled The Boys.
Pierce Brosnan - Price Undisclosed, Kauai Island - Purchased In 2002

According to Hawaii Luxury Magazine, Pierce Brosnan, famous for portraying James Bond, has also been calling Kaua'i home for over a decade. Pierce's idyllic beachfront estate is covered with lush gardens and houses a pavilion inspired by Thai design. An indoor-outdoor table setting within the pavilion gives the perfect atmosphere for family meals and entertaining.
Just after the Tomorrow Never Dies star got seen enjoying time on the beach near his Hawaiian home in September 2020, The Daily Mail reports he put his Malibu mansion up for sale. We can't wait to see Pierce starring as The King in the upcoming Cinderella movie scheduled for a 2021 release.
Mel Gibson - $15 Million, Mago Island - Purchased In 2004

The volcanic Mago Island found in the Lau Group of islands in Fiji has been owned by Golden Globe-award winning director and actor Mel Gibson since 2004. For his $15 million, Mel got a relatively undeveloped 5,440-acre landmass. His island famously got featured in a 30 Rock episode, following a plot that leads to a cameo by Mel Gibson himself.
The island is famous for its sugar cane and cotton plantations, which were since shut down. The actor who bought the island from Japan's Tokyu Corporation has two exciting movies to look forward to in 2020. Be on the lookout for the films Panama and Last Looks.
Pamela Anderson - Price Undisclosed, Dubai - Purchased In 2007

Baywatch star Pamela Anderson was reportedly given an island by her ex-husband Tommy Lee. The Daily Mirror reports that Pamela would own one from The World project of the United Arab Emirates. The property development initiative has constructed an archipelago of artificial islands that form a map of earth in the Persian Gulf.
Arabian Business, however, reports that the claims are nothing but rumors. Few other details have been heard since the news arose in 2007. In 2020, Pamela started promoting the social network called Jasmin, discussing how she likes its functionality on Good Morning America.
Tyler Perry - Price Undisclosed, White Bay Cay - Purchased In 2009

For his 40th birthday, acclaimed filmmaker and actor Tyler Perry bought himself an island. The creator of House of Payne bought White Bay Cay in the Bahamas, which houses a grand 14,000-square-foot mansion. His 25-acre development was reportedly still under construction in 2009 when he snapped it up. Business Insider reports he was building a new home and bungalows for guests.
In 2019, Tyler landed himself in the news after sending relief supplies to the Bahamas using his own private plane. His support went to help victims of Hurricane Dorian. In 2020, the devoted philanthropist landed himself on Time magazine's 100 Most Influential People.
David Copperfield - $50 Million, Musha Cay & The Island of Copperfield Bay - Purchased In 2006

Illusionist David Copperfield is the owner of Musha Cay, which houses his luxury retreat in the Copperfield Bay islands. The beautiful setting in the Exuma Islands within the Caribbean spans over 700 acres, according to MyPrivateVillas. There are around 40 beaches and 11 islands to explore, while the waters have a coral reef teeming with life waiting.
The retreat has room to host 24 guests across five separate buildings. In 2020, the National Museum of American Jewish History honored both David Copperfield and Harry Houdini. Copperfield will be accepting his induction into the Hall of Fame from the International Museum and Library of the Conjuring Arts in Las Vegas.
Larry Ellison - $300 Million, Lanai - Purchased In 2012

The co-founder of Oracle, billionaire Larry Ellison, bought 98% of Lanai Island for a massive $300 million back in 2012. His island is the sixth-largest in Hawaii and is famous for once having pineapple plantations throughout its area. Ellison developed the island that is home to 3000 people. He refurbished his Four Seasons Resort Lanai at Manele Bay in 2016 for a cost estimated at $450 million.
Pineapple Island now has an Olympic-size swimming pool available to all, solar-powered hydroponics spanning two 20,000 feet greenhouses, and a cutting edge theater. In 2020, Ellison found himself amid controversy after shutting down his charitable endeavor, The Larry Ellison Foundation.
Lenny Kravitz - Price Undisclosed, Eleuthera - Purchased In 1989

The famed narrow island of Eleuthera is a hotspot for many. Lenny Kravitz doesn't own the island, but his mother is of Bahamian descent. Lenny has called Eleuthera home for a large part of his life, leading to Fly Away's inspiration, which was written and recorded in The Bahamas, according to Caribbean Journal.
The legendary singer-songwriter-producer also has a mini digital vacation called From The Bahamas With Love that showcases the Bahamas' beauty. According to an exclusive interview with The Times, Lenny explained that he has no desire to leave the Bahamas despite living in his Airstream trailer for seven and a half months.
Ricky Martin - $8 Million, Angra dos Reis, Brazil - Purchased In 2008

Ricky Martin must've been following his own advice and lived "la vida loca" when he decided to purchase an island in the Angra dos Reis archipelago, off Rio de Janeiro's coast. No one knows the island's name, but it's said that it took months for Martin to close the deal.
It's also taken a while for the Shake Your Bon-Bon singer to release new material. Still, he is reportedly working on a new album called Movimiento, which will comprise 12 songs inspired by the 2019 political protests in his homeland of Puerto Rico.
Steven Spielberg - Madeira Archipelago, Price Undisclosed - Purchase Date Undisclosed

Legendary filmmaker Steven Spielberg doesn't own a private island. He owns two in the Madeira Archipelago off the coast of Portugal. There aren't many details known concerning his ultra-high-end buy. When one considers that Spielberg has a net worth estimated at $3.7 billion, it makes sense why he'd prefer to keep matters private.
The two islands technically merge into one, creating a piece of paradise for the director. Spielberg is still hard at work, making the shows and movies that we love. Tiny Toon Adventures was announced to be having a reboot in November 2020, and fans can't wait for Jurassic World: Dominion to arrive as well.
Jay-Z and Beyoncé - $20 Million, The Bahamas - Purchased In 2010

Jay-Z and Beyoncé reportedly own an island in the Bahamas that spans 12.5 acres. The Bahamian retreat is known for its thriving hardwood trees and set the rapper back $4 million in 2010 when Jaz-Z bought it as a gift for Queen B. The island in the North Abaco region of the Florida Keys was a gift for her 29th birthday.
According to BET, in 2020, Jay-Z and Beyoncé opened their Bel Air mansion to throw a 16th birthday party for their nephew, Julez. Now that's an event to remember, especially when you consider the $88 million price tag of the mansion.
North West & Kim Kardashian - $3.56 Million, Turtle Island - Purchased In 2014

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West spent AUD$5 million or US$3.56 million on Turtle Island found just off Queensland, Australia. The Mirror reports that Kim and Kanye planned to build a theme park there. It is also rumored that the island with a gorgeous vantage point granting a view of the Great Barrier Reef will be renamed Isle Kardashian.
Their private island houses a four-bedroom mansion while having its own botanical gardens complex on the property as well. A vast swimming pool awaits, and there's even a helipad present. For Halloween in 2020, The Kim Kardashian West home was transformed into a giant spider, drawing attention from fans worldwide.
Jennifer Lopez - $4.5 Million, Long Island - Purchased In 2000

The mansion that was once shared by Marc Anthony and Jennifer Lopez is an expansive, magnificent property found in Long Island. Just after the former couple split, Marc sold the estate for $4.5 million in 2017. The Brookville home houses 16 rooms, according to ABC. There's a recording studio ready and six bedrooms elegantly designed.
The eight-acre property was built in 1941, and Anthony and Lopez lived there until their divorce in 2011. The price eventually dropped from $12 million to a $9,495-million listing instead. All eyes were on Lopez during Halloween of 2020 as the star dressed up as Madonna from her infamous Like a Virgin look.
Roger Waters - $16 Million, Bonds Cay - Purchased In 2011

Legendary Pink Floyd musician Roger Waters and Shakira bought an island in the Caribbean together. The two bought Bonds Cay situated north of the Bahamas for a whopping $16 million, according to the New Zealand Herald. Bonds Cay is a part of the Berry Islands and contains several waterfalls, five idyllic beaches, and gorgeous views of the surroundings and lagoons.
Waters and Shakira are reportedly investment partners who intend to turn the island into a resort paradise for artists. Plans didn't pan out, and Bonds Cay is up for sale. In 2020, Waters' US + THEM tour got rescheduled to 2021 due to the pandemic.
Richard Branson - $180K, Necker Island - Purchased In 1979

Billionaire Richard Branson initially went to look at Necker Island to impress a girl named Joan Templeman. Not just any girl because Branson would end up later marrying her. After making a low-balling offer and being refused, the brash young entrepreneur was soon approached and offered the island at a purchase price of just $180,000.
The founder of the Virgin Group has since developed the island, which was largely uninhabited at the time. Today, Necker Island stands as a 30-hectare luxury private resort with every amenity you could want. The island can be rented exclusively, and individual bookings can also be made.
Ted Turner - $4.9 Million, St. Phillips Island - Purchased In 1979

The near-pristine refuge of St. Phillips Island once belonged to media giant Ted Turner who bought the 4,682-acre island in 1979. According to Garden & Gun, the man who brought the world CNN acquired the Lowcountry estate to protect it from development.
There's a beach house, several trails leading through the island, and a small caretakers cottage with stunning ocean views. Turner also helped restore the habitats of creatures like loggerhead turtles and fox squirrels. In 2017, Turner sold his island for around $5 million and will serve as a complementary park to Hunting Island State Park found nearby.
Diana Ross - Price Undisclosed, Tiano, Raiatea Atoll, Society Islands, French Polynesia - Purchased In 1986

When Motown superstar Diana Ross was still married to the late Norwegian shipping mogul Arne Naess Jr., they bought the island of Motu Tiano. Situated in the Raiatea Atoll in French Polynesia, the island is a place that Diana considered to be her second home.
Diana's island has a massive Polynesian-style house, according to Tahiti Info. There's a pontoon, a boathouse, a lagoon for fishing, and a reef for scuba diving or snorkeling. In 2017, Motu Tiana, which spans 20 acres, went on auction with a $6 million reserve. Diana is still making music, with her Supertonic: Mixes album arriving in 2020.
Larry Page – Price Undisclosed, Eustatia Island - Purchase Date Undisclosed

There are rumors widely believed that co-founder of Google Larry Page owns Eustatia Island in the Caribbean. Even the locals in the British Virgin Islands seem to think that he owns it. However, we can't confirm if this is true or not.
If Larry does indeed own Eustatia, then he's the owner of a 30-acre piece of paradise that draws creative minds, outdoor sporting enthusiasts, and the elites of the world. With a warm climate all-year-around, the island houses a resort on the Northside where mega-yachts are frequently seen. Gulf News reports in November 2020 that Larry was one of 12 US billionaires who made $1 trillion in 4 years.
Donna Karan - $55 Million, Turks & Caicos - Purchased In 2002

Fashion designer Donna Karan designed herself a Caribbean island retreat after buying The Sanctuary. Donna acquired the private island estate in the Turks & Caicos in 2002 with not much more than the main house with three bedrooms and two guest villas.
Enrico Bonetti and Dominic Kozerski cooperated with Cheong Yew Kuan, a Singaporean architect, and Donna to create the complex that now has three villas, each having three pavilions. House of Coco reports that the 10.5-acre property boasts a deck with an infinity pool and open-air views of the surroundings from every room. Donna is still in demand and launched a new campaign for her Cashmere Mist collection in 2020.
Johnny Depp - $3.6 Million, Little Halls Pond Cay - Purchased In 2004

Johnny Depp bought Little Halls Ponds Cay situated in the Bahamas in 2004. According to Vanity Fair, the 45-acre island bought the island bare but built a mansion themed on a ranch that grants gorgeous 360-degree views of the island. Depp's private island in the Exumas archipelago is eco-friendly, boasting solar-powered buildings throughout. There are six beaches that each have a cove of their own.
This perfect setting played host to Depp and his ex-wife Amber heard as they enjoyed a beachfront wedding party in 2015. With Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them 3 filming, fans can't wait to see Depp play Gellert Grindelwald again in 2021.
Michael Schumacher - $7 Million, Dubai - Gifted In 2006

In 2006, after Michael Schumacher completed his final Grand Prix, Dubai's Crown Prince Sheik Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum decided to gift him a manmade private island. His gift would have complemented Schumacher Tower in Dubai, but the project never got completed. Schumacher was given an island in The World, instead.
According to Auto Evolution, the United Arab Emirates prime minister had given Schumacher a present worth a whopping $7 million. FIA Chief Jean Todt released a statement in 2020 that he visits the seven-time world champion often. According to Jean, Schumacher is doing much better after his brain injury from a 2013 skiing accident.
Leonardo DiCaprio - $1.75 Million, Blackadore Caye - Purchased In 2005

Leonardo DiCaprio is one of Hollywood's most prominent forces and one of the world's foremost environmental activists. In 2005, DiCaprio bought a 104-acre island called Blackadore Caye and turned it into an eco-friendly resort.
According to The New York Times, the island development will run on renewable energy. It will preserve life in the waters and on the island by constructing off-the-grid abodes called "living homes." The villas are built on top of an arc that sits atop the water, housing artificial reefs and breeding areas for fish. DiCaprio is still making movies, and fans can't wait for Killers of the Flower Moon to arrive in 2021.
Eddie Murphy - $15 Million, Rooster Cay - Purchased in 2007

Comedic genius Eddie Murphy amassed quite a fortune throughout his career. It's no wonder that the celebrity with a net worth estimated at $200 million and bought himself a private island. Eddie owns a 15-acre island called Rooster Cay situated off the coast of Nassau, according to Forbes.
Fox Business reports that in 2020, Eddie Murphy's Coming to America 2 got sold for a whopping $125 million. Amazon studios took over the rights to produce a sequel to the 1988 classic that reportedly earned approximately $300 million during its time at the box-office.