Love may be priceless, but divorce? Not so much—especially in Hollywood. When celebrities part ways, it often comes with jaw-dropping settlements, messy legal battles, and millions (sometimes billions) on the line. Let’s take a look at some of the most expensive celebrity divorces in history and the staggering amounts involved.

Jeff Bezos and MacKenzie Scott – $38 Billion

This one takes the crown as the most expensive divorce settlement ever. When Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and his wife MacKenzie Scott split in 2019 after 25 years of marriage, she walked away with a whopping $38 billion—making her one of the richest women in the world overnight. Despite the enormous payout, the divorce was reportedly amicable, with both parties moving on gracefully.

Bill and Melinda Gates – $76 Billion (Estimated)

Tech mogul Bill Gates and Melinda Gates shocked the world in 2021 when they announced their divorce after 27 years together. With a fortune estimated at $146 billion, the division of assets was complex but largely private. Melinda reportedly walked away with around $76 billion, making it one of the costliest divorces in history.

Alec and Jocelyn Wildenstein – $2.5 Billion

The divorce of art dealer Alec Wildenstein and his socialite wife Jocelyn in 1999 was as extravagant as their lavish lifestyle. Jocelyn received $2.5 billion upfront, plus an additional $100 million per year for 13 years. Known for her extensive cosmetic surgeries and expensive taste, she continued to live in luxury post-divorce.

Rupert Murdoch and Anna Murdoch – $1.7 Billion

Media tycoon Rupert Murdoch has had multiple high-profile divorces, but his split from his second wife, Anna, in 1999 was the most costly. After 31 years of marriage, Anna walked away with $1.7 billion, including a hefty cash payout of $110 million. Murdoch moved on quickly, marrying his next wife just 17 days later.

Michael Jordan and Juanita Vanoy – $168 Million

Basketball legend Michael Jordan faced one of the priciest celebrity divorces when he and his wife, Juanita Vanoy, ended their marriage in 2006 after 17 years together. She received $168 million, making it one of the biggest settlements in sports history. Despite the massive payout, Jordan rebounded financially and remains one of the wealthiest athletes in the world.

Tiger Woods and Elin Nordegren – $100 Million

Golf superstar Tiger Woods’ highly publicized divorce from Elin Nordegren in 2010 was fueled by scandal and infidelity. As part of the settlement, Elin received $100 million, a fraction of Woods’ fortune, but still a significant amount. She later used part of the money to rebuild her life and invest in real estate.

Paul McCartney and Heather Mills – $48.6 Million

When music legend Paul McCartney and Heather Mills divorced in 2008 after six years of marriage, things got messy in court. Mills originally sought $250 million, but the judge awarded her $48.6 million. Despite the drama, McCartney moved on, and his fortune remains intact.

Conclusion: Love, Money, and High-Stakes Breakups

While most divorces are tough, these celebrity splits take things to a whole new level with record-breaking settlements. Whether amicable or scandalous, they prove that in Hollywood, love can be expensive—but so can moving on. One thing’s for sure: when celebrities say “I do,” they better be ready for the possibility of a very costly “I don’t.”