Aside from a property, what is the most expensive thing you have bought?

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Recorded Susan Calman said elsewhere, not written here
A Tiffany watch for my wife. The security guard was following us, so I deliberately bought a really expensive watch to prove we had money. I don’t think I’ve seen her wear it.

The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 24 November 2018 source ↗

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Belinda Carlisle American singer
I’ve been doing pilates for 25 years and I swear by it. I decided to kit out a room with pilates equipment – and I think it’s the most expensive thing I’ve invested in.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 4 March 2023 source ↗

Stephen Dorff American actor
When I was 24 or 25, I bought a Warhol canvas. It was a lot of money to throw down on a little painting, but I’ve always loved art.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 3 July 2021 source ↗

Paul O'Grady British comedian, actor and television presenter
I had a midlife crisis and paid 70 grand for a Morgan AeroMax which looked just like Cruella de Vil’s car. I was in a permanent state of terror and soon sold it.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 27 November 2021 source ↗

Katherine Parkinson English actor
A Chanel dress. I bought it with my first proper paycheck and it was ridiculously expensive. It is also hideous.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 12 September 2020 source ↗

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