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

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I went overboard on the money I invested in the production of Allegiance. It did not return, but it was fulfilling that I was able to tell a story that’s dear.

The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 16 November 2019 source ↗

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Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen English interior designer and television personality
My wife. I am a lavish present-giver. I love worshipping my wife with beautiful bits and pieces – it is one of my greatest pleasures.
Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 8 October 2022 source ↗
Reggie Yates British actor and media personality
I bought all my siblings signet rings and pendants with my family crest on. There are a lot of us.
Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 11 November 2017 source ↗
Sheena Easton Scottish singer
I decided I wanted a red convertible Jaguar, because I thought I would look the bee’s knees in it. The first time I drove it with the top down, it scared the shit out of me. After that, I only bought “mom” cars.
Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 1 April 2017 source ↗

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