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Daily Mail
21 hours ago
- Business
- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE Billionaires Jay-Z and Beyoncé raise eyebrows as they make a curious move on their $88M Bel Air mansion
Their combined net worth is estimated at $3billion, but Jay-Z and Beyoncé have taken out a $57.75million mortgage on their beloved Bel Air mansion, bringing their total borrowing on the property to a whopping $110million, as learned. Given their wealth and their extensive property portfolio of at least four luxury homes, the superstar couple's new 30-year loan from Morgan Stanley Private Bank has raised eyebrows. They bought the Bel Air mansion for $88million in 2017 and opted to keep it when they purchased what was billed as California 's most expensive home in Malibu for $200million cash in 2023. The two kept the Bel Air property, viewing the estate as 'home', partially due to its proximity to the school attended by their children - Blue Ivy, 13, and twins Rumi and Sir, 8. But the Houston-born 43-year-old and the Brooklyn-born 55-year-old's decision to hold on to the house has now saddled them with another 30-year loan with an interest rate of five percent for the first ten years - totaling $310,000 a month. This is coupled with their second 30-year mortgage they took out four years ago for $52.8million with Goldman Sachs at a 3.15 percent rate, with repayments working out at a $226,901-a-month. It's possible they're using the recent mortgage cash for investments that could offset the five percent interest they're paying, but it still means they've borrowed an eye-watering $110.55million But that's not all the expenses on the Bel Air homestead. Adding to the mortgage payments is the not-so-small matter of property tax - $1,204,120 from 2024 to 2025, or roughly $100,343 a month for the Bel Air estate. Before factoring in staff and maintenance, the couple is already shelling out $637,244 a month in mortgages and property taxes alone. The lavish estate features eight bedrooms, 11 bathrooms, four outdoor swimming pools, a spa, wellness center, media room, multiple outdoor entertaining areas, 15-car garage, full-sized basketball court and staff quarters. Designed by developer Dean McKillen, the striking Bel Air compound is composed of six interconnected structures and sits on two acres of land high up in the hills. The mansions glass-walled common areas offer expansive panoramic views of Los Angeles, and its pocketing glass doors and windows are bulletproof. They borrowed $52.8million to buy the place and refinanced again in 2021 with Goldman Sachs for the same amount, before adding a further $57.75million borrowing in April this year. This revelation is more eye-catching as the pair paid nearly $200million for another property in Malibu - in cash. In March 2023, they stumped up the mammoth amount to buy their Malibu home, which at the time smashed all real estate records in California and was the highest amount paid for a home in the US that year. The seaside estate is located on an eight-acre bluff that overlooks the Pacific Ocean in the Paradise Cove area nicknamed Billionaires' Row. The 40,000-square-foot home was created by renowned Japanese architect Tadao Ando, who designed Kanye West's former Malibu place, and took 15 years to build. Ando is also a Pritzker Prize winner known for his unique concrete structures in Asia, Europe and North America. The seven-bed, 11-bath mansion, originally listed for $245milllion, has an infinity and private pool and an expansive backyard that boasts a pool and ends with a cliff that overlooks the beach. The minimalist modern house was originally commissioned and owned by William Bell, a famed art collector, who bought the property for $14.5million in 2003, according to the Los Angeles Times. Bell spent almost 15 years building the concrete structure of the house but never listed it on the market - only showing it to a select group of buyers until the superstar couple purchased it, according to the publication. Jay-Z and Beyoncé also own a $26million estate in East Hampton. Known as the Pond House, the seven-bedroom mansion sits on two acres with over 200ft of pristine water frontage. Designed to capture both sunrise and sunset over the water, the home features classic parquet de Versailles floors, hand-carved heated marble bathtubs and 18th-century fireplaces - blending timeless elegance with modern luxury. Jay-Z personally purchased his 8,300-square-foot $6.85million penthouse in the Manhattan neighborhood of Tribeca in 2004 - three years after he got into a relationship with the former Destiny's Child singer. It was the same location where the two were married in a small ceremony in 2008. That building has also housed superstar residents such as Hailey and Justin Bieber. Beyoncé and Jay-Z originally met back in 1998 and have amassed a c ombined 56 Grammy Awards and $3billion net worth between them. Beyoncé is currently on her 32-date Cowboy Carter World Tour, which has grossed $269.5million and is set to wrap in Las Vegas on July 25 and 26 - with daughter Blue Ivy joining her as a backup dancer. Her four-day show in Atlanta, Georgia, just wrapped up on Monday and ran into a road bump when news emerged that unreleased music was reportedly stolen from her choreographer's SUV on July 8. The incident is said to have happened around 8pm inside a parking deck at Krog Street Market, three days before her sold-out run at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. At this time, the suspect, whose identity has not yet been released, has not been found.
Daily Mail
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Jennifer Aniston's early 'secret dates' with hypnotist hunk Jim Curtis revealed... before they cuddled in Spain
Jennifer Aniston, 56, is in a new romance with 49-year-old hypnotist hunk Jim Curtis. And now can reveal what their early 'secret dates' were like and what they did when alone together. Turns out the lovebirds - who have been friends for several years - kept it all very undercover away from curious eyes. 'All of their early dates were at her home in Los Angeles,' a source tells That home is the A-lister's Bel Air mansion that she purchased in 2012 with ex-husband Justin Theroux for $21M. 'Her home is so big that they had plenty of areas to explore like the main living room, the TV lounge area where she likes to play board games like Monopoly, the backyard, the swimming pool, the Zen garden, it's just wild how big it is. There is also a roomy home gym for workout sessions,' added the insider. Jennifer Aniston, 56, is in a new romance with 49-year-old hypnotist hunk Jim Curtis. And now can reveal what their early secret dates were like and what they did when alone together. Turns out the lovebirds - who have been friends for several years - kept it all very undercover away from prying eyes 'All of their early dates were at her home in Los Angeles,' a source tells That home is her Bel Air mansion that she purchased in 2012 with ex-husband Justin Theroux for $21M. Aniston with Lord Chesterfield But the main place they bonded was in the kitchen. 'She hangs out in her huge kitchen a lot because there is a huge island with high chairs and a mini living room nearby with a big couch and little fireplace. That is where she lounges with her two dogs Clyde and Lord Chesterfield, who are always by her side,' said the pal. For meals, Aniston used her personal chefs Jewels and Jill Elmore, who are sisters, to make gourmet meals that are high on protein and vegetables with almost no carbs, which is standard for The Morning Show actress. 'She almost never cooks, her chef is there a lot, and makes her anything she wants,' said the source. 'A favorite is a protein like fish and vegetables, lunch is salads, breakfast is eggs and avocados, snacks are nuts and veggies. There is no dessert as Jennifer is not into sugar, she prefers salty foods. A treat is a martini.' And the lovebirds love to talk for hours: 'He is very spiritual and she loves to ask him questions about fate and karma. They bounce ideas off each other.' Many of their dates includes her close pals like Andrea Bendewald, Jason Bateman, Kristin Hahn, Sean Hayes and Courteney Cox. 'Friends drop by all the time, it's an open door, so he got to know them all early on,' said a source. 'They are all funny, so it's a jokefest, I am sure Jim loved it.' 'Her home is so big that they had plenty of areas to explore like the main living room, the TV lounge area where she likes to play board games like Monopoly, the backyard, the swimming pool, the Zen garden, it's just wild how big it is,' said a source Seen with her producing partner Kristin Hahn by her fireplace The Bel Air dwelling recently had an intruder but he never got past the front gate and was arrested. After Aniston and Curtis - who might be dubbed Caniston if the romance persists - got to know each other better, they went to Big Sur for a sweet getaway high on the cliffs above the seashore. There have also been weekends in Montecito where Aniston has been remodeling a four-bedroom home she purchased recently for almost $15M. The renovations are almost complete. Curtis posted to Instagram on Wednesday that he is now in Sag Harbor, New York. Jennifer - who was previously married to Brad Pitt from 2000 until 2005, and then Theroux from 2011 until 2017 - sparked romance rumors after she was spotted with the life coach on vacation in Mallorca, Spain, during Fourth of July weekend. The 'transformational coach and master hypnotherapist' reflected on his life journey, including the 'pain', that resulted in his new found 'abundance', 'joy' and 'magic', following his trip to Mallorca, Spain, with the Emmy winning actress. In his newsletter on July 14 - as per the New York Post newspaper's Page Six column - he wrote: 'I am back from vacation and what an experience! 'When I was sick, sad, stuck and in pain, I never thought I would have the abundance, joy and love I now experience on a daily basis. Lord Chesterfield with his best friend Clyde Aniston in her home gym at her sprawling mansion These red roses in her home were likely from her new love interest Curtis Curtis has already met her best friends Andrea Bendewald and Kristin Hahn, left. Jen with Friends costar Courteney Cox, right 'I just took one step, made one decision and the next followed — now I look back and realize, oh! That course, that life change, that pain, resulted in this magic.' The author - who did not reveal details of his Spanish vacation with the Friends star - added to his followers that 'the same life that brings struggle also brings opportunity.' Concluding his newsletter, Jim penned: 'The possibility of something better — more aligned, more free, more meaningful — is always here.' She introduced Jim - who regularly posts inspirational quotes and 'manifestations' to help people find love - to her Horrible Bosses co-star, Jason Bateman, and his wife, former actress Amanda Anka, both 56. The foursome then enjoyed a yacht trip together. Aniston donned a sleeveless black top, flared jeans and grey sneakers. Jennifer completed her look with a wide-brimmed tan-colored hat, jet-black sunglasses and a cross-body bag. After the two got to know each other better, they went to Big Sur for a sweet getaway high on the cliffs above the seashore; a look at a room at Alila Ventana Big Sur where they stayed However, this is not Jim and the Hollywood legend's first outing together as the pair were spotted at the five-star Alila Ventana Big Sur hotel in Northern California in June. Around this time, Jennifer liked Jim's post that read: 'Repeat these affirmations to heal and recover from a divorce, breakup or difficult romance and begin to call in the new empowered, healthy and divine love.' Jim is the author of Shift: Quantum Manifestation Guide: A Workbook for Coding a New Consciousness and The Stimulati Experience: 9 Skills for Getting Past Pain, Setbacks, and Trauma to Ignite Health and Happiness. Aniston has been sharing notes about 'love' on social media this week Jennifer - who has been following Jim on Instagram for the past few years - revealed in May that she was reading Shift: Quantum Manifestation Guide. In April, the We're the Millers actress revealed to Travel and Leisure magazine that she had been hypnotized to overcome her 'extreme fear of flying' - which could suggest that she got help from Jim. She said: 'I have an extreme fear of flying. But I have been doing some hypnosis lately, and one of the requirements is to remove all of those superstitions. 'I have not been doing the right hand, right foot - and now it's shockingly good!' The star added that she uses meditation to calm her anxiety during flights. She said: 'Plugging into a good meditation can get you through.'
Daily Mail
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE Jennifer Aniston's early 'secret dates' with hypnotist hunk Jim Curtis revealed... before they cuddled in Spain
Jennifer Aniston, 56, is in a new romance with 49-year-old hypnotist hunk Jim Curtis. And now can reveal what their early 'secret dates' were like and what they did when alone together. Turns out the lovebirds - who have been friends for several years - kept it all very undercover away from curious eyes. 'All of their early dates were at her home in Los Angeles,' a source tells That home is the A-lister's Bel Air mansion that she purchased in 2012 with ex-husband Justin Theroux for $21M. 'Her home is so big that they had plenty of areas to explore like the main living room, the TV lounge area where she likes to play board games like Monopoly, the backyard, the swimming pool, the Zen garden, it's just wild how big it is. There is also a roomy home gym for workout sessions,' added the insider. But the main place they bonded was in the kitchen. 'She hangs out in her huge kitchen a lot because there is a huge island with high chairs and a mini living room nearby with a big couch and little fireplace. That is where she lounges with her two dogs Clyde and Lord Chesterfield, who are always by her side,' said the pal. For meals, Aniston used her personal chefs Jewels and Jill Elmore, who are sisters, to make gourmet meals that are high on protein and vegetables with almost no carbs, which is standard for The Morning Show actress. 'She almost never cooks, her chef is there a lot, and makes her anything she wants,' said the source. 'A favorite is a protein like fish and vegetables, lunch is salads, breakfast is eggs and avocados, snacks are nuts and veggies. There is no dessert as Jennifer is not into sugar, she prefers salty foods. A treat is a martini.' And the lovebirds love to talk for hours: 'He is very spiritual and she loves to ask him questions about fate and karma. They bounce ideas off each other.' Many of their dates includes her close pals like Andrea Bendewald, Jason Bateman, Kristin Hahn, Sean Hayes and Courteney Cox. 'Friends drop by all the time, it's an open door, so he got to know them all early on,' said a source. 'They are all funny, so it's a jokefest, I am sure Jim loved it.' The Bel Air dwelling recently had an intruder but he never got past the front gate and was arrested. After Aniston and Curtis - who might be dubbed Caniston if the romance persists - got to know each other better, they went to Big Sur for a sweet getaway high on the cliffs above the seashore. There have also been weekends in Montecito where Aniston has been remodeling a four-bedroom home she purchased recently for almost $15M. The renovations are almost complete. Curtis posted to Instagram on Wednesday that he is now in Sag Harbor, New York. Jennifer - who was previously married to Brad Pitt from 2000 until 2005, and then Theroux from 2011 until 2017 - sparked romance rumors after she was spotted with the life coach on vacation in Mallorca, Spain, during Fourth of July weekend. The 'transformational coach and master hypnotherapist' reflected on his life journey, including the 'pain', that resulted in his new found 'abundance', 'joy' and 'magic', following his trip to Mallorca, Spain, with the Emmy winning actress. In his newsletter on July 14 - as per the New York Post newspaper's Page Six column - he wrote: 'I am back from vacation and what an experience! 'When I was sick, sad, stuck and in pain, I never thought I would have the abundance, joy and love I now experience on a daily basis. 'I just took one step, made one decision and the next followed — now I look back and realize, oh! That course, that life change, that pain, resulted in this magic.' The author - who did not reveal details of his Spanish vacation with the Friends star - added to his followers that 'the same life that brings struggle also brings opportunity.' Concluding his newsletter, Jim penned: 'The possibility of something better — more aligned, more free, more meaningful — is always here.' She introduced Jim - who regularly posts inspirational quotes and 'manifestations' to help people find love - to her Horrible Bosses co-star, Jason Bateman, and his wife, former actress Amanda Anka, both 56. The foursome then enjoyed a yacht trip together. Aniston donned a sleeveless black top, flared jeans and grey sneakers. Jennifer completed her look with a wide-brimmed tan-colored hat, jet-black sunglasses and a cross-body bag. However, this is not Jim and the Hollywood legend's first outing together as the pair were spotted at the five-star Alila Ventana Big Sur hotel in Northern California in June. Around this time, Jennifer liked Jim's post that read: 'Repeat these affirmations to heal and recover from a divorce, breakup or difficult romance and begin to call in the new empowered, healthy and divine love.' Jim is the author of Shift: Quantum Manifestation Guide: A Workbook for Coding a New Consciousness and The Stimulati Experience: 9 Skills for Getting Past Pain, Setbacks, and Trauma to Ignite Health and Happiness. Jennifer - who has been following Jim on Instagram for the past few years - revealed in May that she was reading Shift: Quantum Manifestation Guide. In April, the We're the Millers actress revealed to Travel and Leisure magazine that she had been hypnotized to overcome her 'extreme fear of flying' - which could suggest that she got help from Jim. She said: 'I have an extreme fear of flying. But I have been doing some hypnosis lately, and one of the requirements is to remove all of those superstitions. 'I have not been doing the right hand, right foot - and now it's shockingly good!' The star added that she uses meditation to calm her anxiety during flights. She said: 'Plugging into a good meditation can get you through.'
Daily Telegraph
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Telegraph
Rare glimpse inside Jennifer Aniston's home life
Jennifer Aniston has given fans a rare glimpse inside her life at home. Taking to Instagram, the 'Friends' star posted a series of photos taken in her two California properties. The 56-year-old actress shared several shots of herself spending time with her celebrity pals, while wishing her 44.5 million followers a 'happy Monday', Realtor reports. Among the A-listers featured in the images were Aniston's close friend — and former co-star — Courteney Cox, as well as 'Will & Grace' actor Sean Hayes. The Golden Globe winner also posted a snap of her dog, Lord Chesterfield. In the photo, the star lounged on an outdoor couch with her pup, whom she rescued in October 2020. Aniston is currently the proud owner of two California dwellings: a midcentury modern property in Bel-Air, which she purchased for $US20.1 million ($A30.5 million) in 2012. MORE: Fresh blow for Perry amid split 'Let go': Common item Mariah refuses to own 'Never coming back': Depp reveals sad demise The other is a Mediterranean-style farmhouse in Montecito, which she bought from fellow A-lister Oprah Winfrey for $US10.5 million ($A15.9 million) in 2021. Images obtained by Realtor in March revealed that 'The Switch' actress was carrying out extensive renovations on her farmhouse property. Photos showed that the dwelling had undergone a stunning overhaul, which included the addition of a new pool area. Those images revealed that construction was very near completion, suggesting that Aniston might have since moved into the dwelling. Although, she has not yet revealed whether she plans to use the Montecito abode as a full-time residence or a weekend getaway. It appears that at least one of the photos featured in Aniston's Instagram post might have been taken at her newly renovated dwelling. The image shows the actress' pet dog Clyde lounging in the entryway to a property, which features the same heavy-set wooden door as Aniston's Montecito property. The pup can be seen lying next to a hedgehog toy behind a welcome mat that reads: 'The babe cave.' Aniston also reminded fans of her close bond with Cox in the images, with one snap showing the longtime friends hugging while donning matching loungewear and standing together in what appears to be a kitchen. Other photos saw Aniston posing along with producer Kristin Hahn in front of her cozy fireplace, and hanging out with her friend Andrea Bendewald in a beautifully decorated living room. Meanwhile, Aniston's candid selfie with close friend Hayes appears to have been taken during an evening on the town — and saw a third person carefully blurred out by the actress to protect the anonymous pal's privacy. Lastly, Aniston showed a picture of the gorgeous sunset over the water. The candid into her personal life comes nearly two months after an elderly man was arrested after intentionally crashing through the gates of Aniston's Bel-Air property while she was home. Police were called to the star's Los Angeles home around 12pm on May 5 for a possible burglary, according to local news channel KTLA. The 'Horrible Bosses' actress was at home at the time of the shocking incident, and the intruder has been identified only as a white male in his 70s, TMZ reports. The Los Angeles Police Department revealed that a security guard on-site held down the elderly man until they arrived. TMZ reported that Aniston's security team rushed over to the driver and restrained him at gunpoint immediately following the incident. Upon arrival, police officers took the man, who has a minor criminal history, into custody without any issues. According to ABC News, the incident was not an accident. However, it doesn't appear that Aniston was targeted. The LAPD's Threat Management Unit has taken over the case to err on the side of caution. According to KTLA, the retractable arm on Aniston's gate was broken off as a result of the crash. Following the incident, the LAPD revealed that 'there was a victim who was home at the time, who was not injured.' Aniston has been very discreet about her personal residence, a 10,186-square-foot, midcentury modern mansion on a 3.27-acre lot in L.A.'s Bel-Air neighbourhood. The prestigious estate, built in 1968 and designed by architect A. Quincy Jones, is hidden behind tall hedges and high gates, ensuring maximum privacy for Aniston, who used the home as the location for her 2015 wedding to Justin Theroux. The couple divorced in 2018. records indicate she paid $US20,970,000 ($A31,875,000) for the marvellous manse and estimates it's now worth anywhere from about $US18 million ($A27.3 million) to $27 million ($A41 million). Parts of this story first appeared in Realtor and was republished with permission. MORE: 'Lonely': Who gets what in Holly, ex split 'Big allure': Secret MJ homes reveal sad life Wild reason Charles can't kick Andrew out
Yahoo
04-07-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
The Striking 2026 Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 S Final Edition in Photos
More from Robb Report This $8 Million Carmel Home Has Hit the Market for the First Time in Nearly 50 Years Here's How Bugatti Tests Its Hypercars Before Their Final Delivery This $40 Million Bel Air Mansion Is Crowned With a Rooftop Pickleball Court Best of Robb Report The 2024 Chevy C8 Corvette: Everything We Know About the Powerful Mid-Engine Beast The World's Best Superyacht Shipyards The ABCs of Chartering a Yacht Click here to read the full article. The 2026 Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 S Final Edition The variant will only be available in limited quantities Inside the 2026 Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 S Final Edition A special black and yellow color scheme carries over to the sedan's interior The a special '45 S Final Edition' can be found inside and outside the car
