While the character she portrayed in “Sex in the City”, Carrie Bradshaw, wasn’t one for modesty or subtlety with money, the same cannot be stated for Sarah Jessica Parker. In 2008, during an interview, Parker spoke out about the importance of being responsible with money.
As a kid, she wore hand-me-downs, and to this day loves going to thrift stores and finding bargains. She grew up on welfare and had humble beginnings, which also helped shape her view toward money. Her humble beginnings have undoubtedly shaped her perspective on money, fostering a grounded and practical outlook on life.
Dave Grohl
Foo Fighters frontman and former Nirvana drummer, Dave Grohl, has amassed some serious bank throughout his three-decade-long career. He has made an estimated $225 million, all thanks to his music. But the rock star gets worried about spending too much money too fast.
He has a hard time spending the money and is still afraid of going broke because he never finished high school. He has his family to take care of, which makes him more frugal than one might think. This grounded mindset reinforces Grohl's determination to maintain a stable and secure future.
Jennifer Lawrence
Jennifer Lawrence is one of the best-paid female stars in Hollywood. She made a ton of cash starring in the Hunger Games franchise and proved her acting skills in movies like Silver Linings Playbook. Her talent has translated into substantial wealth. While she should live like a queen with the money she’s made, she chooses not to. She lives in the very same apartment she did before she got her fame.
In an interview with Fabulous magazine, Lawrence emphasized her upbringing and the values instilled in her, highlighting the importance of appreciating the value of money. Her grounded approach serves as a testament to her humility and ability to prioritize financial responsibility, even amidst her remarkable achievements.
Mick Jagger
As the leader of the iconic Rolling Stones, you might think that Mick Jagger loves the finest things in life. But while he does like to party, he is more frugal than he appears and appreciates the modest things in life. He is aware of how much he spends and has been described by his ex-wives as “pretty tight” compared to how others might think of him.
He says he was always taught to fix things when they break instead of throwing them away, and not to take his entire entourage on vacations to the French Riviera like some stars do today.
Ashley Greene
Ashley Greene’s performance in the Twilight franchise made her a bonafide star in Hollywood. With all the dough she made over the years, no one would blame her if she shopped, traveled, and flaunted just a little. But she manages to stay modest despite all of the hype.
Her father told her she needs to be frugal with her money and save, that way she could support herself if a dry spell came up or if she was waiting for a role of a lifetime to come up. She keeps track of all of her spending and apparently won’t pop for a first-class ticket on an airplane.