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

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

Originally asked

The Guardian, to a different person each week, The Q&A

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Recorded Emily Mortimer said elsewhere, not written here

My children’s education.

The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 31 October 2020 source ↗

Others on this question

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Romola Garai

My short film, Scrubber, in 2011. At that time in my life it seemed easier to pay for it myself than to apply for funds.

Recorded The Q&A, The Guardian, 21 September 2024 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 ↗

Emilia Fox English actress and presenter

A birthday present I hoped would mean a lot to the person. I had their family history researched and a book made.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 6 October 2018 source ↗

Kwame Kwei-Armah Actor and playwright

A family holiday – anywhere the kids demand. Last year, I wanted us all to go to Egypt and my daughter said, “No, we’re going to go to Grenada.” So we did.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 13 October 2018 source ↗