The Most Expensive Jewels Owned By The Celebrities

Accessorizing an outfit is always worthwhile if you want to take a look to the next level. That's never too hard to do with the right jewelry. Of course, when you're a celebrity, this can get pretty costly, especially if you're stepping out for a red carpet event.

Fortunately, stars don't usually need to pay for the jewels that they showcase to the cameras. They get to look like millions of dollars without actually breaking the bank, leaving everyone speechless with their incredible ensemble. It's amazing the looks that they're able to pull together.

Charlize Theron masked her roots with a diamond bracelet at the 2020 SAG awards

• Value: $15,500
• Designer: Tiffany & Co.
• Features: 3 carats of diamonds

Celebrities wearing diamond bracelets on the red carpet is nothing out of the ordinary. However, we can’t think of many occasions where stars have worn them the way that Charlize Theron did her Tiffany & Co. bracelet at the 2020 Screen Actors Guild awards. Rather than wrap the piece of celebrity jewelry around her wrist, she had it in her hair.

Apparently, this was because the actress didn’t have any time to do her roots before the ceremony. So, her hairstylist suggested draping the 3-carat diamond bracelet along her hairline instead. Not only did it help to mask her roots, but it also made a fashion statement that set Theron apart from everyone else at the SAG awards.

Renée Zellweger restricted her jewelry to one bulky ring at the 2020 Academy Awards

• Value: $46,000
• Designer: David Webb
• Features: Fluted rock crystal set with two cabochon sapphires and diamonds, 18-karat white gold

While some people show up on the red carpet in as much celebrity jewelry as they can fit on their bodies, others prefer to keep it simple. That’s what Renée Zellweger did at the 2020 Academy Awards. She restricted her jewelry to just a single ring from David Webb, but it was one that made quite the impression.

Made of fluted rock crystal and set with two cabochon sapphires and diamonds, the 18-karat white gold ring was pretty bulky on her hand. However, that made quite the statement, especially without any other jewelry accompanying her Armani Privé gown. It also stood out nicely when Zellweger went up to collect her award for Best Actress.

Drew Barrymore wanted to showcase her maturity in some expensive earrings at the 2005 Oscars

• Value: $75,000
• Designer: Neil Lane
• Features: 22 carats of black-and-white diamonds

When Drew Barrymore first entered the spotlight, she wasn’t interested in looking glamorous. She was only a child and a pretty rebellious one at that. It was only once she grew up and started to overcome her troubles that she found joy in the occasional elegance. The 2005 Academy Awards was an excellent example of that.

It was here that Barrymore showcased another side to herself, complete with expensive earrings that wouldn’t have suited some of her earlier looks. These were 22-carat black-and-white diamond chandelier earrings that reportedly cost $72,000. Neil Lane was responsible for the jewelry and was apparently quoted as saying that Drew “wanted to look grown-up,” according to Hollywood Reporter.

Zendaya’s outfit to the 2017 Fashion Awards was mostly expensive because of her earrings

• Value: $90,295
• Designer: Harry Kotlar
• Features: 6.04 carats of brilliant-cut white diamonds, 18-karat white gold

In her transition from Disney star to actress of the moment, Zendaya’s wardrobe has had quite the update. Not only has she started showcasing more sensational looks, but she’s also been rocking some serious bling. That includes at the 2017 Fashion Awards, where her expensive celebrity jewelry far exceeded the value of everything else that she wore.

It was her earrings that really hiked up the price tag of her look, with the Harry Kotlar jewelry reportedly worth $90,295. Well, we suppose the studs featured 6.04 carats of brilliant-cut white diamonds on 18-karat white gold, so they were never going to be cheap. It’s a good thing they didn’t fall out during the night.

Elton John’s rocket brooch at the 2020 Academy Awards was perfectly suited to him

• Value: $4,000+
• Designer: Theo Fennell
• Features: 5.91 carats of diamonds, 1.50 carats of sapphire, 18-karat white gold

Elton John has always had quite an extravagant fashion sense, so it’s perhaps no shock that he’s worn some of the best celebrity jewelry over the years. This includes what he pinned to his suit at the 2020 Oscars - a sparkling brooch shaped like a rocket. Designed by Theo Fennell, the piece was a suitable celebration of Elton.

Fennell apparently made this piece of celebrity jewelry using 5.91 carats of diamonds, 1.50 carats of sapphire, and 18-karat white gold. Unfortunately, there’s no value given for the brooch. However, on Theo’s website, the cheapest brooch sells for just shy of $4,000. So, we can assume it’s worth this much, at the very least.

Natalie Portman channeled Jackie Kennedy in her 2017 Golden Globes ensemble

• Value: $135,000
• Designer: Tiffany & Co.
• Features: Pear-shaped and round brilliant diamonds in platinum

At the 2017 Golden Globes, Natalie Portman was nominated for Actress in a Drama Motion Picture for her portrayal of Jackie Kennedy in the biographical drama film ‘Jackie.’ So, it’s maybe no great surprise that the actress seemed to be channeling the woman on the red carpet, wearing a bright yellow Prada gown with quarter-length sleeves. It screamed 1960s.

Portman paired her vibrant attire with some Tiffany & Co. earrings reportedly worth $135,000. These platinum fringe earrings contained pear-shaped and round brilliant diamonds, adding some suitable sparkle to the ensemble. While Portman didn’t win the Golden Globe, at least she looked amazing in her best celebrity jewelry and bold Prada gown. It was still a night to remember.

Gwyneth Paltrow’s dad purchased her 1999 Oscars jewelry after she won Best Actress

• Value: $185,000
• Designer: Harry Winston
• Features: 40 carats of diamonds

For most aspiring actors, being nominated for an Academy Award is something they strive for. Gwyneth Paltrow was almost certainly overjoyed when she was lucky enough to receive a nomination for Best Actress at the 71st Academy Awards. She attended the event in an iconic bubblegum pink taffeta Ralph Lauren gown and ultimately took home the award.

It’s a moment she’ll always remember, and not just because it was a huge accomplishment. After winning the award, Gwyneth’s dad bought the earrings and necklace that she’d borrowed from Harry Winston for the occasion. Well, technically, he purchased the $160,000 necklace containing 40 carats of diamonds, and the jeweler threw in the $25,000 earrings for free.

Keira Knightley wore a Bulgari necklace with a royal connection to the 2006 Oscars

• Value: Unknown
• Designer: Bulgari 
• Features: 18-karat yellow gold choker detailed with cabochon sapphires, emeralds, and rubies

It’s common for celebrities to step out on the red carpet in understated but expensive jewelry. However, there was nothing particularly subtle about what Keira Knightley chose to wear to the 2006 Academy Awards. The necklace she received from Bulgari - which reportedly once belonged to Princes Soraya of Iran - easily stood out next to her custom-made Vera Wang dress.

Unfortunately, it’s unclear precisely how much this was worth. However, we don’t doubt that it could be considered expensive celebrity jewelry when you consider what it’s made with. The 18-karat yellow gold choker features the likes of cabochon sapphires, emeralds, and rubies, hence why the necklace has such bold colors. We imagine the jewelry must have been pretty heavy.

Selena Gomez’s earrings were bursting with color at the premiere of her documentary

• Value: $215,000
• Designer: David Webb
• Features: Pink-and-blue sapphire, peridot, citrine, amethyst, brilliant-cut diamonds, 18-karat gold and platinum

Selena Gomez is no stranger to the red carpet, nor is she a stranger to serving incredible looks. The actress has a knack for pairing her outfits with some stunning celebrity jewelry, as evidenced by her choice of earrings at the premiere of her documentary ‘My Mind & Me.’ The David Webb earrings went with her purple Rodarte slip dress perfectly.

While some celebrities opt for understated jewelry, Selena’s earrings were bursting with color thanks to all the jewels they contained. This ranged from pink-and-blue sapphires and brilliant-cut diamonds to peridots, citrines, and amethysts. Gomez didn’t really need any other jewelry at this premiere when her earrings were so effective at sparkling all on their own.

Drake collaborated with Jason of Beverly Hills on a custom cupid pendant

• Value: $300,000
• Designer: Jason of Beverly Hills
• Features: 75 carats of diamonds, half a kilo of gold

Often, the expensive celebrity jewelry that you see stars rocking is stuff that various jewelers have loaned them. However, that’s not always the case. For instance, when Drake was pictured wearing a diamond-encrusted pendant of a cupid in a ski mask, the unique piece was actually a collaboration between him and Jason of Beverly Hills.

This jewelry didn’t come cheap, what with it having a reported value of $300,000. However, with his continued success in the industry, we can’t imagine this was too hefty a price for Drake. Plus, he had to expect a significant price tag, given that half a kilo of gold and 75 carats of diamonds reportedly went into making this.

Gwyneth Paltrow’s 2015 Academy Awards earrings contained a wide variety of jewels

• Value: $425,000
• Designer: Anna Hu
• Features: Almost 123 carats of pear-shaped cabochon Rubellites contained in white gold with white-and-yellow diamonds, purple and pink sapphires, Paraiba tourmalines, spinels

While Gwyneth Paltrow’s choice of celebrity jewelry might not always be the most expensive in the world, it’s still far from cheap. There aren’t many people who could afford to rock earrings reportedly worth $425,000. When you attend the Academy Awards, though, you have to look your best, and expensive accessories can help with that.

The reason that Paltrow’s Anna Hu Fire Phoenix earrings were reportedly so pricey was because of the jewels they contained. The jewelry reportedly consisted of two pear-shaped cabochon Rubellites contained in white gold with white-and-yellow diamonds, purple and pink sapphires, Paraiba tourmalines, and spinels. The earrings reportedly came to nearly 123 carats, thereby justifying the hefty price tag.

Regina King hands glittered in diamonds at the 2020 Academy Awards

• Value: $500,000
• Designer: Harry Winston
• Features: 46.93 carats of diamonds (bracelet), 8.16 carats of diamonds (ring), 2.34 carats of diamonds (ring), 2.18 carats of diamonds (ring)

Whenever you want to shine bright like a diamond, Harry Winston is the jeweler to turn to. Regina King knows that which is why she paired her pink Atelier Versace dress for the 2020 Academy Awards with a selection of Harry Winston jewelry. This alone reportedly made her worth $500,000 at the ceremony, which was more than most people.

The centerpiece of the ensemble was the bracelet, which apparently contained 46.93 carats of diamonds. Joining these were three rings, the heaviest of which came in at 8.16 carats. The other two were much lighter at 2.34 carats and 2.18 carats. All of the pieces were set in platinum and made Regina look sensational that night.

Amy Adams’s necklace at the 2009 Oscars is still a talking point to this day

• Value: Unknown
• Designer: Fred Leighton
• Features: 630 carats of emeralds, rubies, and sapphires

There have been some truly memorable pieces of celebrity jewelry showcased on the red carpet over the years. However, arguably one of the most unforgettable accessories to ever exist is the necklace that Amy Adams wore to the 2009 Academy Awards. This was easily the biggest talking point of her outfit, thanks to how eye-catching it was.

While some might have felt that this piece was too much, others appreciated how much glamor it exuded at the ceremony. The Fred Leighton piece reportedly contained around 630 carats of emeralds, sapphires, and rubies, so it was evidently a valuable piece of jewelry. Unfortunately, its exact worth is unknown, but jewels like that do not come cheap.

Gal Gadot’s necklace for her first Academy Awards apparently featured over 1,000 diamonds

• Value: $580,000
• Designer: Tiffany & Co.
• Features: 61 carats of aquamarines over 1,000 diamonds

Although Gal Gadot had a career long before her role as Wonder Woman came along, playing the superhero certainly took things to the next level. For one, it earned her a spot at the Academy Awards, with the actress making her debut at the ceremony in 2018. It was here that she seemingly went all out on the diamond front.

Apparently, Gal wore over 1,000 diamonds to the event, resulting in jewelry that reportedly cost more than $580,000. The standout piece from her Tiffany & Co. jewelry that night was the necklace that took almost a year to create. It apparently featured 17 aquamarines totaling 61 carats and had both round diamond melee stones and custom-cut baguettes.

Janelle Monae sparkled from head to toe at the 2020 Academy Awards

• Value: $700,000
• Designer: Forevermark
• Features: 36.54 carats of diamonds in 18-karat white gold (choker), 6.36 carats of diamonds in 18-karat white gold (earrings), 7.04 carats of diamonds in 18-karat white gold (ring), 4.31 carats of diamonds in 18-karat white gold (ring), 6.19 carats of diamonds in 18-karat white gold (ring)

Janelle Monae didn’t technically need any jewelry at the 2020 Academy Awards if she wanted to sparkle. Her custom Ralph Lauren gown was glittering enough and apparently contained 168,000 Swarovski crystals. It reportedly took more than 600 hours to put together and made her suitably expensive for the special occasion. Still, Janelle wanted some jewelry to shine even brighter.

She had no shortage of accessories that evening, including her 36.54-carat diamond choker and her 6.36-carat diamond earrings. She paired these with several rings weighing in at 7.04 carats, 4.31 carats, and 6.19 carats. All of these Forevermark pieces were made with 18-karat white gold and were definitely some of the best celebrity jewelry ever.

Marilyn Monroe was one of the few people allowed to wear the Moon of Baroda

• Value: $712,000
• Designer: N/A
• Features: 24.04-carat pear-shaped yellow diamond

Before her tragic passing, Marilyn Monroe was a woman that many jewelers wanted to work with. She was the original Material Girl, and there seemingly wasn’t a piece of jewelry that didn’t look right on her body. However, there are some accessories that naturally stood out on Marilyn more than others, the Moon of Baroda being one.

Marilyn wore this 24.04-carat pear-shaped yellow diamond in the musical comedy film ‘Gentlemen Prefer Blondes’ and during the shooting of the song ‘Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend.’ Although the jewel is usually displayed rather than worn, an exception was made for the Hollywood actress. Unfortunately, an alleged curse associated with the diamond may have derailed her career afterward.

Amanda Seyfried’s virtual red carpet look for the 2021 Golden Globes was positively expensive

• Value: $1 million
• Designer: Forevermark
• Features: 10.43 carats of emerald-cut exceptional diamonds and two white emerald-cut diamonds (earrings), 12.35 carats of diamonds set in 18-karat white gold (choker)

The 2021 Golden Globes wasn’t the type of awards ceremony that celebrities were accustomed to. Thanks to the global health crisis, the awards were virtual, meaning that some of the looks we saw weren’t taken on a red carpet. Nevertheless, that didn’t stop stars like Amanda Seyfried from coming through with their looks, particularly in the jewelry department.

Her accessories for the event were reportedly worth $1 million, and they all came courtesy of Forevermark. The highlights of the collection were her earrings, which reportedly featured 10.43 carats of emerald-cut exceptional diamonds and two additional white emerald-cut diamonds. Amanda’s choker, which was set in 18-karat white gold and contained 12.35 carats of diamonds, was also notable.

Rihanna’s necklaces at the 2021 Met Gala were celebrity jewelry at their finest

• Value: Unknown
• Designer: Bulgari
• Features: 14.55 carats of pear-cut diamonds with 35.84 carats of brilliant-cut diamonds and 6.54 carats of pavé-set diamonds (first necklace), 81.9 carats of round, brilliant, baguette and tapered diamonds (second necklace)

Rihanna’s always been big in the fashion game. However, during her hiatus from music, she really stepped things up a notch. Not only did she invest a lot of time into her own lines, but she also stepped out in the most phenomenal outfits. Some of these she showcased at the Met Gala, like her Balenciaga Couture creation in 2021.

Not only was the outfit impressive, but Rihanna paired it with some exceptional jewelry. This included two necklaces from Bulgari, one of which contained 81.9 carats of diamonds in various cuts. The other featured 14.55 carats of pear-cut diamonds, 35.84 carats of brilliant-cut diamonds, and a further 6.54 carats of pavé-set diamonds for some exceptional sparkle.

Reese Witherspoon boasted over 200 carats of jewels in one necklace for the 2022 Emmys

• Value: Unknown
• Designer: Tiffany & Co.
• Features: 160+ carats of emerald-cut aquamarines, 49 carats of cushion-cut blue zircons, almost two carats diamond accents

The Emmys are one of the biggest events on the celebrity calendar, so many stars make an effort to show up looking their best. That’s certainly what Reese Witherspoon did in 2022, walking the red carpet in her glittering Armani Privé gown that was one of the night’s biggest standouts. It wouldn’t have been complete without her Tiffany jewelry, though.

While there might not be any reports of how much this celebrity jewelry cost, we do know that Reese’s necklace boasted over 200 carats of glistening jewels. Most of these were in the form of emerald-cut aquamarines, although there were 49 carats worth of cushion-cut blue zircons. The necklace had 84 diamond accents, too, amounting to nearly two carats.

Idina Menzel’s understated necklace was perfect for her 2020 Oscars attire

• Value: $1 million
• Designer: Harry Winston
• Features: 60.3 carats of diamonds set in platinum

Celebrities generally want to look their best on the red carpet, which typically means looking expensive. That’s why it’s not uncommon for their jewelry to be at least seven figures. Luckily, they don’t have to shell out for the accessories, instead being loaned pieces that work best with their outfits. For instance, the necklace Idina Menzel wore in 2020.

Her strapless fuchsia dress from J. Mendel already made a bold statement, so her jewelry didn’t need to be anything overpowering. Thankfully, Harry Winston had the perfect piece in the form of this 60.3-carat diamond necklace set in platinum. Worth $1 million on its own, it was very expensive, but the best celebrity jewelry often is.

Priyanka Chopra looked like a million bucks at the 2020 Golden Globes

• Value: $1 million
• Designer: Bulgari
• Features: 56 carats of diamonds

We know that Priyanka Chopra can turn a look. Her wedding gowns are still some of the best outfits we’ve ever seen a celebrity wear. However, at the 2020 Golden Globes, it was her jewelry that made more of an impact than her clothes. Although she looked sensational in her pink Cristina Ottaviano gown, her necklace was the real standout.

This piece of expensive celebrity jewelry came courtesy of Bulgari, and it definitely added a ton of value to her look. The diamond necklace reportedly weighed around 56 carats and certainly looked like it was worth a million bucks. It made a great impression both on the red carpet and on the stage when Priyanka presented an award.

Gwyneth Paltrow’s wrist was weighed down by her diamond bracelet at the 2012 Oscars

• Value: $1 million
• Designer: Anna Hu
• Features: 163 carats across 2,368 brilliant diamonds

When it comes to expensive celebrity jewelry, Gwyneth Paltrow has often fared on the lower end of the spectrum. However, there has been at least one occasion when her accessories have amounted to at least seven figures. This was at the Academy Awards in 2020, when she rocked a bracelet from Anna Hu, reportedly worth $1 million.

Considering that the bracelet is apparently made up of 2,368 brilliant diamonds, it’s not hard to see how it’s worth so much. At 163 carats, Gwyneth must have been feeling the weight of this jewelry on her arm that night. We’re sure it was worth it, though, because that accessory made quite the impact on her ensemble.

Glenn Close’s Kwiat earrings were the right amount of subtle for the 2021 Oscars

• Value: Unknown
• Designer: Kwiat
• Features: 33 carats of pear-shaped diamonds set in platinum

Glenn Close received her first-ever Academy Award nomination in 1982 and has received a further seven over the years. Although she’s yet to win one, her continued presence at the Oscars proves that she is a sensational star. That goes for Glenn’s looks as well as her acting, with Close serving up some amazing ensembles on the red carpet.

In 2021, she attended the ceremony in an Armani gown and paired it with her best celebrity jewelry. Her Kwiat earrings were subtle but weren’t overpowered and reportedly came in at 33 carats. They featured pear-shaped diamonds set in platinum that brought plenty of sophistication and grace to Glenn’s attire. She wasn’t nominated that night, but she was a winner.

Mindy Kaling’s 2020 Oscars ensemble proved she can do comedy and glamor

• Value: $1 million
• Designer: Chopard
• Features: 78.46 carats of marquise-cut diamonds and 46.33 carats of round diamonds (necklace), 4.23 carats of pear-shaped diamonds (earrings), 1.23-carat brilliant-cut diamond with 5.23 carats of round diamonds (ring)

Mindy Kaling is known for her comedy, but that doesn’t mean the woman can’t do glamor - far from it. There have been several occasions where she’s stepped onto the red carpet and blown people away with her ensembles. What she wore to the 2020 Academy Awards is easily one of the best examples of this.

The marriage between her custom Dolce and Gabbana gown and her Chopard jewelry was heaven. Her necklace boasted 78.46 carats of marquise-cut diamonds and 46.33 carats of round diamonds, while her earrings were 4.23 carats of pear-shaped perfection. She completed the look with a 1.23-carat brilliant-cut diamond ring containing 5.23 carats of additional round diamonds.

Heidi Klum opted for black jewelry at the 2014 Golden Globes

• Value: $1 million
• Designer: Lorraine Schwartz
• Features: 200 carats of black diamonds, 10-carat center diamond

As a model, Heidi Klum is more than accustomed to turning out a look whenever it’s asked of her. She does this particularly well at Halloween, although when it comes to glamor, it’s the red carpet where she truly shines. Her ensemble at the 2014 Golden Globes was particularly noteworthy, with her celebrity jewelry alone apparently worth $1 million.

While most stars seem to favor clear diamonds for their accessories, Heidi was interested in something darker on this occasion. Her necklace was apparently formed of black diamonds, with their weight totaling 200 carats. At the center of the jewelry piece was a diamond that was 10 carats by itself, meaning this had quite the heft around her neck.

Elizabeth Taylor’s iconic 1970 Oscars necklace reportedly started out as a ring

• Value: $1.1 million
• Designer: Oscar Heyman x Cartier
• Features: 69.42-carat pear-shaped diamond

Elizabeth Taylor left behind quite a legacy when she passed away. Not only was she considered one of the greatest actresses in classic Hollywood cinema, but she also made quite a mark with her marriages. She tied the knot eight times, including twice with Richard Burton, the man who lavished her with some of the most expensive jewels.

One that particularly stands out is the 69.42-carat pear-shaped diamond that Burton reportedly bought off Cartier for $1.1 million. Although it started out as a ring designed by Oscar Heyman, Taylor reportedly had Cartier design a necklace around it. She then wore this to the 42nd Academy Awards in 1970, where it made quite the impression.

Regina King’s jewelry at the 2021 Oscars provided enough sparkle to match her dress

• Value: $1.2 million
• Designer: Forevermark 
• Features: 36.10 carats of Asscher-cut diamonds (earrings), 12 carats of diamonds (stud earrings)

It’s common that the most expensive celebrity jewelry comes out at the Academy Awards, and Regina King certainly showcased some pricey accessories at the 2021 ceremony. King was responsible for the ceremony’s opening monologue, meaning it was important for her to make a good impression when she stepped onto the stage. Fortunately, that’s precisely what she did.

$1.2 million’s worth of Forevermark jewels complemented her Louis Vuitton dress, which took 140 hours to create using 62,000 sequins and 3,900 crystals. Regina’s 36.10 carats of Asscher-cut diamonds in one set of earrings and the 12 carats of diamonds in the other provided just the right amount of sparkle to match her dress.

Vanessa Kirby wore her necklace backward when she attended the 2021 Academy Awards

• Value: Unknown
• Designer: Cartier
• Features: 27.45 carats across 1,112 diamonds

The 2021 Academy Awards were seemingly an excellent night for outfits. While the Oscars are usually where stars shine in their ensembles, the looks at this event were particularly noteworthy. Vanesa Kirby was another who shined in her attire, wowing critics and fans alike in her pink satin Gucci dress. Her necklace was the real star of the look, though.

Cartier went above and beyond with this piece of stunning celebrity jewelry, bringing together 1,112 diamonds to create the accessory. The necklace reportedly came to 27.45 carats in total, with Kirby deciding to wear it a little differently than people might have expected. That’s because the oval diamond at the center of the piece went down her back.

Zazie Beetz paired two Bulgari necklaces together for an expensive ensemble at the 2020 Oscars

• Value: $1.3 million
• Designer: Bulgari
• Features: 78-karat diamond necklace, oval emerald with 84 buff top emeralds and pavé set diamonds (choker)

Before starring in the psychological thriller film ‘Joker,’ Zazie Beetz hadn’t made much of an impact in Hollywood. Fortunately, that movie has seemingly done wonderful things for the woman’s career, bringing her greater attention and earning her some exclusive invitations. That includes being welcomed to the Academy Awards in 2020, where she certainly impressed with her stunning celebrity jewelry.

The highlight of Zazie’s ensemble was the two Bulgari necklaces that she paired together on the red carpet. The pieces were collectively worth $1.3 million and had over 120 carats between them. The accessories were a choker with a central oval emerald and 84 buff top emeralds with some pavé-set diamonds, and a diamond necklace of over 78 karats.

Amy Adams made up for not winning an Oscar in 2011 with her stunning celebrity jewelry

• Value: $1.35 million
• Designer: Cartier
• Features: 30.75-carat carved emerald and 575 diamonds (bracelet), 2-carat platinum and diamond stud earrings

Amy Adams is no stranger to the Academy Awards, having been nominated six times so far. Most of these have been for Best Supporting Actress, including in 2011 when she was nominated for her role in the biographical sports drama film ‘The Fighter.’ Although Adams didn’t emerge victorious, she did at least make a sensational impression on the red carpet.

She had some of the most expensive celebrity jewelry that night, with her Cartier accessories amounting to at least $1.35 million. This included the 30.75-carat carved emerald secret watch bracelet, which featured nearly 600 diamonds and was worth over $1 million alone. Amy also wore a pair of platinum and diamond stud earrings that reportedly weighed two carats.

Margot Robbie wore a necklace to the 2015 Oscars reportedly inspired by Wallis Simpson

• Value: $1.5 million
• Designer: Van Cleef & Arpels
• Features: 18-karat yellow gold featuring round and baguette-cut diamonds

In 2015, Margot Robbie received a lot of love for the Saint Laurent dress that she wore to the Academy Awards. However, it wasn’t just her clothes that made the ensemble so remarkable. Her necklace from Van Cleef & Arpels was also a real winner that night, with the actress stating that it was “worth more than my life.”

The zipper design of the necklace was reportedly the idea of the former Duchess of Winsor - Wallis Simpson. She reportedly suggested to the artistic director at Van Cleef & Arpels that a piece should be made based on zippers. After 800 hours of work, her wish came true, resulting in an 18-karat yellow gold creation containing round and baguette-cut diamonds.

Reese Witherspoon sparkled in her Tiffany jewelry at the 2015 Golden Globes

• Value: $1.5 million
• Designer: Tiffany & Co.
• Features: 18-karat gold (bracelet), 6.75 carat platinum ring

If there was one thing that Reese Witherspoon was on a mission to achieve at the 2015 Golden Globes, it was apparently to look glamorous. The actress was absolutely stunning in her beaded Calvin Klein gown, and this wasn’t even the main event of her ensemble. That honor went to her Tiffany & Co. jewelry, which was worth $1.5 million.

There were three pieces that came together to make Reese look as expensive as possible for the special occasion. These were a pair of diamond earrings, a 6.75-carat platinum ring, and an 18-karat gold diamond bracelet. The bracelet was the cheapest of the three, although, at $200,000, we’d hardly call that affordable jewelry.

Regina King’s earrings for the 2021 Golden Globes were far from cheap

• Value: $2 million
• Designer: Forevermark
• Features: 7.05 carats of diamonds

It seems that Regina King only knows how to look expensive when she steps out on the red carpet. She’s showcased some of the most expensive celebrity jewelry around, but perhaps her priciest ensemble came at the 2021 Golden Globes. It was for this event that Forevermark provided her with some incredible accessories amounting to more than $2 million.

The fact that Regina’s earrings alone were worth this much is truly something else. The diamond cluster earrings from Forevermark’s Black Label Collection are certainly something special. Containing 7.05 carats of diamonds, they worked wonders with the shimmering Louis Vuitton gown that reportedly took 350 hours to make. Paired with her Forevermark jewelry, she truly shone bright that night.

Kristen Cavallari was a princess fantasy in her diamond necklace at the 2020 Oscars

• Value: Unknown
• Designer: Nadine Attar
• Features: 54.7 carats of cushion, round, and marquise-cut diamonds

Many women have that princess fantasy when they step out on the red carpet. They want to look their very best - like a fairytale come to life. That’s precisely what Kristen Cavallari achieved in 2020 at that year’s Academy Awards. Her pale blue gown by Valdrin Sahiti was very much Cinderella in the modern day, especially with the accompanying necklace.

Nadine Attar really went all out to create some of the best celebrity jewelry around when she made this diamond necklace. Weighing nearly 55 carats overall, the piece boasted a variety of diamonds that were cushion, round, and marquise-cut. Not only were the jewels the perfect color to work with her dress, but the floral pattern was wonderfully elegant, too.

Blake Lively was absolute extravagance with her expensive jewelry at the 2018 Met Gala

• Value: $2 million
• Designer: Lorraine Schwartz
• Features: 100 carats of diamonds (headpiece) 30 carats of Colombian emeralds and diamonds (earrings)

Blake Lively didn’t hold anything back when she attended the Met Gala in 2018. We’ve seen some truly phenomenal looks at this event, and Blake’s still stands as one of the best we’ve ever seen. The dress alone was a work of art, reportedly requiring more than 600 hours to put together. The jewelry was the icing on the cake.

The most dominant accessory of this ensemble was the heavenly headpiece, which reportedly contained 100 carats of diamonds. However, that wasn’t the only piece of celebrity jewelry that contributed to the $2 million price tag. There were also Lively’s earrings, which featured 30 carats of Colombian emeralds and diamonds. These took extravagance to a whole nother level.

Billy Porter showcased his own style in a feathered tuxedo and Tiffany necklace in 2020

• Value: $2 million
• Designer: Tiffany & Co.
• Features: 11 carats of pear-cut diamonds

If there’s one man we can usually rely on for fabulous looks on the red carpet, it’s Billy Porter. He’s not afraid to defy gender and societal norms to show the world that a person should be able to wear whatever expresses them best. His custom-made Alex Vinash gown at the 2020 Golden Globes was an excellent example of this.

The feathered tuxedo had a big impact on the red carpet and was nicely complemented by some expensive jewelry. Most notably, he wore a diamond necklace from Tiffany & Co. that featured a pear-shaped 11-carat jewel at its center. We hope that more people will start to follow in Porter’s footsteps and show everyone that it’s okay to express yourself.

Gal Gadot returned to the Oscars with even more glamorous jewelry in 2020

• Value: $2 million
• Designer: Tiffany & Co.
• Features: 77 carats across 125 mixed-cut diamonds, including an oval diamond of over 11 carats

Since making her debut at the Academy Awards, Gal Gadot has been living up to people’s expectations. Every time she hits that red carpet, she seems to do so in an even better outfit, complete with more expensive celebrity jewelry. Her accessories certainly had an upgrade in 2020 when she stepped out in $2 million worth of Tiffany jewels.

The centerpiece of this expensive collection was the diamond necklace that stood out wonderfully atop her sheer Givenchy bodysuit. The jewelry was 77 carats in total, starring 125 mixed-cut diamonds and one oval diamond that alone was 11 carats. It was exactly the kind of extravagance that the Oscars red carpet calls for from its stars.

Scarlett Johansson’s incredible earrings made up for her 2020 Academy Awards loss

• Value: $2.1 million
• Designer: Forevermark x Anita Ko
• Features: 26.65 carats of pear-cut and round brilliant diamonds, 18-karat white gold

The 2020 Academy Awards were a big year for Scarlett Johansson. She was nominated for both Best Actress and Best Supporting Actress, making her only the 12th actor to ever receive double acting nominations in the same year. Unfortunately, she didn’t win either of them, but she did at least make an incredible impact on the red carpet.

Scarlett paired her gorgeous Oscar de la Renta pewter gown with some $2.1 million earrings. The jewelry was a one-of-a-kind collaboration between Forevermark and Anita Ko, making them quite the exclusive accessory for the special occasion. Weighing 26.65 carats in total, this expensive celebrity jewelry featured pear-cut and round brilliant diamonds set in 18-karat white gold.

Nicole Kidman’s necklace in Moulin Rouge was genuine jewelry created purposely for the film

• Value: $2.5 million
• Designer: Stefano Canturi
• Features: 134-carat white gold necklace with over 1,300 diamonds, Sri Lankan blue sapphire clasp

While most of this expensive celebrity jewelry has been for red carpet events, there’s one piece that Nicole Kidman’s worn that was for something different. We’re referring to the necklace that she donned for the musical romantic drama film ‘Moulin Rouge!.’ It reportedly entered the Guinness Book of Records as the most valuable jewelry ever made for a film.

The piece cost $2.5 million and was apparently created to show some sparkle on camera. This wasn’t really possible to do in editing when the movie was made, so they shelled out money for the real thing instead. The result was a 134-carat white gold necklace with more than 1,300 diamonds and a Sri Lankan blue sapphire clasp.

Giuliana Rancic sparked some discussion after removing her wedding ring at the 2018 Oscars

• Value: Unknown
• Designer: Forevermark
• Features: 10-carat cushion-cut exceptional diamond

When Giuliana Rancic arrived at the 2018 Academy Awards, she got a lot of people talking. However, it wasn't her fabulous asymmetric gown by Georges Chakra that created all the buzz. Instead, it was her choice of jewelry, or rather, the lack of a certain something. People were eager to know why she wasn't wearing her wedding ring.

Fortunately, there was a good reason for this. Rancic wore a phenomenal piece of celebrity jewelry on her middle finger that night, the size of which was rather large. The 10-carat cushion-cut exceptional diamond from Forevermark overpowered the rings on her wedding finger, so Giuliana simply removed them for the night. Her marriage wasn't in any danger.

Angelina Jolie’s emerald earrings were yet another newsworthy moment for her at the Oscars

• Value: $2.5 million
• Designer: Lorraine Schwartz
• Features: 115-carat pear-shaped Colombian emeralds

Angelina Jolie has been serving glamor on the red carpet for years now, and she never seems to fail to impress. One time when she really stood out was at the Academy Awards in 2009. Jolie is certainly no stranger to attracting attention at these ceremonies, but this time, all eyes were on her earrings and not her brother.

It’s not hard to see why when this expensive celebrity jewelry was reportedly worth $2.5 million. Some stars step out in earrings, necklaces, rings, and more that don’t even reach that value as a collective. So for her 115-carat pear-shaped Colombian emerald earrings to be worth so much really said a lot. Nothing is too expensive for Jolie, though.

Kate Winslet’s 2010 Oscars necklace contained three incredibly rare diamonds

• Value: $2.5 million 
• Designer: Tiffany & Co.
• Features: 13.9-carat central yellow diamond, 2x 6.0-carat yellow diamonds, 642 additional white diamonds

Kate Winslet is another star who’s no stranger to the Academy Awards. She’s been nominated seven times in the past, winning Best Actress in 2009. The following year, she hit the Oscars red carpet seemingly intent on making a big impression, judging by the jewelry around her neck. It was one of the most expensive necklaces the ceremony’s ever seen.

Allegedly worth $2.5 million, the Tiffany necklace contained exceptionally rare jewels in the form of yellow diamonds. As these are even harder to find than normal diamonds, the fact that this necklace contained three explains its price. Two of these were six carats, while the third was 13.9. Smaller white diamonds made up the rest of the necklace.

Jennifer Garner was a winner on the 2013 Oscars red carpet in her expensive necklace

• Value: $2.5 million
• Designer: Neil Lane
• Features: 200 carats of diamonds

At the 2013 Academy Awards, Jennifer Garner wasn't nominated for anything. However, that didn't stop her from trying to be one of the big winners of the night. She went all out on her red carpet look, arriving at the event in her stunning Gucci gown. Although Jennifer nearly tripped over the dress, she still sparkled on the special occasion.

That's probably because she was wearing millions of dollars worth of jewels that night. She'd apparently picked up some pieces from Neil Lane, including a vintage necklace allegedly worth $2.5 million. Reportedly set with 200 carats of diamonds, it's one of the most stunning pieces of celebrity jewelry that the red carpet has ever seen.

Marion Cotillard was dressed for the success in her Chopard necklace at the 2008 Oscars

• Value: $2.6 million
• Designer: Chopard
• Features: 170 carats of layered diamonds

It wasn’t until the early 2000s that Marion Cotillard made the transition to Hollywood, having been establishing herself in smaller English roles and French productions. Several years later, she was cast as Édith Piaf in the biographical musical film ‘La Vie en Rose,’ and that’s when things really took off. This was the role that bagged her an Academy Award.

Marion certainly showed up to the special occasion looking the part of a winner, especially in her Chopard necklace. Reportedly containing a total of 170 carats, it featured layered diamonds that dangled down the front of her Jean Paul Gaultier ivory dress. Custom-made for the actress, the look is considered one of the greatest the Academy Awards has ever seen.

Jennifer Lawrence wore her stunning diamond necklace backwards at the 2014 Oscars

• Value: $3 million
• Designer: Neil Lane
• Features: 100 carats of diamonds (necklace), 10 carats of diamonds (earrings), platinum-and-diamond rings

Jennifer Lawrence and the Academy Awards have a bit of a rollercoaster relationship. It was at the Oscars that the actress made a splash in one of the most expensive red carpet dresses ever seen. However, that same year, she famously tripped on the way to collect an award. Thankfully, that didn’t happen in 2014.

This was the year that Lawrence attended the awards in $3 million worth of Neil Lane jewelry. She was suitably expensive with her 10-carat diamond earrings and platinum-and-diamond rings. However, it was her necklace that was the real star of the ensemble. Not only did it contain 100 carats, but Jennifer wore it backward and created another fashion moment.

Mo’Nique looked suitably glamorous in her Chopard earrings for her 2009 Oscars win

• Value: Unknown
• Designer: Chopard
• Features: 17 carats of canary diamonds

Going from a stand-up comedian to an Academy Award winner isn’t a journey that many people experience. However, one person who knows full well what that’s like is Mo’Nique. In 2009, she won the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress for her role in the drama film ‘Precious.’ It was just one of many accolades she received for her part.

Mo’Nique was all smiles throughout the night, and not just because she won such a prestigious award. The actress looked stunning in her blue Tadashi Shoji dress that was complemented perfectly by her Chopard earrings. Although the value of this celebrity jewelry is currently unknown, the fact that the earrings contained 17 carats of canary diamonds means they’re worth something.

Cynthia Erivo was show-stopping at the 2020 Golden Globes in her Bulgari jewelry

• Value: $3 million
• Designer: Bulgari
• Features: 56.65 carats of diamonds and sapphires, 40-carat center cabochon sapphire

Cynthia Erivo has been proving for years that she has an incredible stage presence and a very compelling voice. However, that’s not the extent of her skills. The actress also knows how to wow on the red carpet, with her appearance at the 2020 Golden Globes being a real knockout. Her custom-made Thom Brown beaded tuxedo gown was everything.

Of course, the look wouldn’t have been complete without the jewelry that came courtesy of Bulgari. The sparkle of Erivo’s gown was made even more impressive with her $3 million choker that showcased a 40-carat cabochon sapphire at the center. The rest of the necklace was reportedly made up of 56.65 carats of diamonds and sapphires.

Helen Mirren had some of the most expensive celebrity jewelry at the 2018 Oscars

• Value: $3.8 million
• Designer: Harry Winston
• Features: 115.27 carats of cushion-cut sapphires and diamonds (necklace), 25.22 carats of cushion-cut sapphires and diamonds (earrings), 3.92-carat diamond ring

Helen Mirren is no stranger to award ceremonies. She’s been acting longer than most of the women on this list have been alive, and she’s more than earned her various nominations. Fortunately, all this experience has paid off on the red carpet, with Mirren continuing to stun whenever she shows up to such a prestigious event.

That was particularly noticeable at the 2018 Academy Awards when Helen wore some of the most expensive jewelry of the night. The Harry Winston pieces stood out against the single-tone of her dress and reportedly equaled around $3.8 million in value. They included a necklace containing 115.27 carats of cushion-cut sapphires and diamonds and a 3.92-carat ring.

Vanessa Bryant received an expensive apology ring from Kobe Bryant following his infidelity

• Value: $4 million
• Designer: Unknown
• Features: 8-carat purple diamond

Relationships can be difficult, no matter who you are. We’ve seen plenty of celebrity couples go through their rough patches over the years, Kobe and Vanessa Bryant included. Many years before the NBA star tragically passed away in 2020, he gifted his wife an expensive diamond ring. It was seemingly an apology gift after he was accused of assault.

Fortunately, the charges against Kobe were eventually dropped, and his present to Vanessa helped to keep them together. Well, the 8-carat purple diamond ring didn’t come cheap, with its value reported to be $4 million. Hopefully, any infidelity that might have plagued their marriage in the early days stopped happening after the basketball player paid out for this extravagant gift.

Céline Dion showcased her own Heart of the Ocean at the 1998 Academy Awards

• Value: $4 million
• Designer: Asprey & Garrard
• Features: 171-carat Ceylon sapphire and over 100 diamonds

Céline Dion is a national treasure in Canada, and her artistry continues to be appreciated around the world. No matter what she does, though, most people will always associate the singer with one thing in particular - ‘Titanic.’ Dion was responsible for singing ‘My Heart Will Go On’ for the epic romantic disaster film that became a worldwide hit.

Although Dion didn’t initially want to record the song, she’s evidently had a lot of love for it since then. At the 1998 Oscars, she actually wore a recreation of the Heart of the Ocean necklace from the film to the ceremony. It featured a 171-carat Ceylon sapphire and 103 diamonds, which collectively brought the value to $4 million.

Salma Hayek was thoroughly dripping in jewels for the 2018 Academy Awards

• Value: $4.2 million
• Designer: Harry Winston
• Features: 27.5-carat diamond earrings, 11.66-carat diamond ring

The Academy Awards definitely rank as one of the biggest events on a celebrity's calendar. So, it's no surprise that it's here we've seen some of the most extravagant and expensive celebrity jewelry around. Salma Hayek certainly didn't disappoint when she attended the event in 2018 dressed in a Gucci gown and rocking some Harry Winston jewelry.

The outfit itself was already quite bedazzled, but it was Salma's earrings and ring that drove the value into the stratosphere. Collectively, there were over 39 carats between the pieces, with the diamond earrings alone amounting to 27.5. Hayek made sure not to hide them behind her hair on the red carpet so the world could appreciate their beauty.

Timothée Chalamet wore a brooch to the 2020 Oscars that once belonged to a duchess

• Value: Unknown
• Designer: Cartier
• Features: 18-karat white gold with rubies and diamonds

When people think of the best celebrity jewelry, their minds tend to go to earrings, rings, and necklaces. However, jewelry can come in other forms, too, such as brooches. Timothée Chalamet certainly made a splash at the 2020 Academy Awards with his choice of brooch. Made with 18-karat white gold and boasting Burmese rubies and diamonds, it was quite something.

As it turns out, the brooch apparently has some royal history, having originally belonged to Margaret, Duchess of Argyll. The woman had quite the jewelry collection before she passed away, including this brooch that Chalamet wore to the Oscars. Made by Cartier, the Duchess was pictured wearing it throughout the ‘50s and ‘60s after jewelry was stolen from her home.

Charlize Theron was suitably extravagant in her celebrity jewelry at the 2013 Academy Awards

• Value: $4.5 million
• Designer: Harry Winston
• Features: 58.07 carats of diamond (bracelet), emerald-cut diamonds (earrings), marquise-cut diamond (ring)

Award shows over the last decade or so have seen an uptick in the amount of expensive celebrity jewelry on show. Another instance where a star showed off the best that the world’s jewelers have to offer was at the Oscars in 2013. It was here that Charlize Theron stepped out in an incredible $4.5 million worth of jewelry.

The accessories came courtesy of Harry Winston and were suitably extravagant for such an occasion. They included several vintage pieces from 1959, including a 58.07-carat diamond lattice bracelet and a ‘Cluster’ bracelet. Charlize was also sporting some emerald-cut diamond earrings and a marquise-cut diamond ring. All of the pieces were set in platinum and matched her white gown perfectly.

Jennifer Lopez was a vision in shimmering white at the 2011 Golden Globes

• Value: $5 million
• Designer: Harry Winston
• Features: Over 600 diamonds (bracelet), 7-carat emerald-cut diamond ring

It’s hard not to be excited when Jennifer Lopez hits the red carpet. The woman has some of the greatest taste in fashion that we’ve ever seen. Plus, she always has the perfect jewelry to accessorize her outfits with, ensuring that her look’s a hit every time she steps onto the red carpet. The 2011 Golden Globes was no different.

For the occasion, Lopez wore a white chiffon Zuhair Murad dress that made the perfect backdrop for some of the best celebrity jewelry ever. That included her Harry Winston paisley timepiece cuff, which apparently contained over 600 diamonds. While we don’t know how many carats that was, we do know that her emerald-cut diamond ring was seven carats of perfection.

Lady Gaga’s 2019 Golden Globes look was a hit thanks to her Valentino gown and expensive necklace

• Value: $5 million
• Designer: Tiffany & Co.
• Features: 80+ carats of pear-shaped brilliant diamonds with a 20-carat center diamond

Ever since the world first learned her name, Lady Gaga has been someone that people look to for her outfits. However, whereas she once fascinated people because of her outside-the-box attire, she now attracts attention for her glamor. In recent years, Gaga has hit the red carpet in some phenomenal looks, complete with suitably expensive celebrity jewelry.

One piece that always stands out is her Tiffany & Co. necklace that she showcased at the 2019 Golden Globes. While her Valentino Couture gown was eye-catching enough, it was hard to look away from the jewelry. After all, it featured a 20-carat pear-shaped stone with over 300 other diamonds on the necklace. It was also incredibly valuable at $5 million.

Salma Hayek was worth $5 million in her Harry Winston jewels for the 2018 Golden Globes

• Value: $5 million
• Designer: Harry Winston
• Features: 81.95 carats of yellow diamonds (necklace), 11.92 carats of yellow diamonds (earrings), 11.52-carat diamond ring

It seems that 2018 was Salma Hayek’s year to make a significant impact with her jewelry. Two months before the actress stunned in her Gucci gown and $4.2 million accessories, she rocked up to the Golden Globes looking even more expensive. While the outfit was more subdued than her Oscars attire, the jewelry kicked things up a notch.

Also sourced from Harry Winston, her necklace, earrings, and ring came to a slightly higher value of $5 million this time. The standout piece was the 81.95-carat yellow diamond necklace that really drew the eyes against her black outfit. However, her 11.92-carat yellow diamond earrings and 11.52-carat diamond ring also made a big impact.

Sofia Vergara’s expensive jewelry stood out perfectly at the 2012 Golden Globes

• Value: $5 million
• Designer: Harry Winston
• Features: 31.58 carats of diamonds (earrings), 62.72 carats of diamonds (bracelet)

We can’t imagine how much pressure some celebrities must face when they step out in all this expensive jewelry. Knowing that the accessories don’t belong to them, but they’re responsible for keeping them all safe, must be quite a headache. However, it’s probably worth it to get to spend a night looking as glamorous as possible.

Sofia Vergara certainly seemed all smiles at the 2012 Golden Globes when she hit the red carpet in $5 million worth of Harry Winston jewels. Next to her navy Vera Wang gown, the stunning celebrity jewelry stood out beautifully, particularly the 62.72-carat “Mrs. Winston” bracelet. There’s no overlooking the 31.58-carat diamond earrings that she wore that night, either.

Isla Fisher was the real star of the 2019 Golden Globes with these jewels

• Value: $5.5 million
• Designer: Harry Winston
• Features: 73.55 carats of diamonds (necklace), 8.59 carats of diamonds (earrings), 6.57-carat diamond ring, 2.34-carat diamond ring

Isla Fisher has enjoyed plenty of success both in film and on television. That’s often earned her spots at various award ceremonies, as has being the wife of Sacha Baron Cohen. While she might have been a plus one at the 2019 Golden Globes, though, her ensemble made her the star of the show, thanks to her jewelry.

Isla was always destined to be a standout, with her Harry Winston jewels making her sparkle. The necklace alone reportedly featured 73.55 carats of diamonds that worked perfectly with her strapless Monique Lhuillier dress. With the 8.59-carat diamond earrings and the nearly nine carats of diamond rings thrown in, the actress definitely looked like $5.5 million.

Jessica Alba wore one of the world’s most expensive necklaces at the 2013 Golden Globes

• Value: $5.8 million
• Designer: Harry Winston
• Features: 187.5 carats of mostly pear-shaped white diamonds

A necklace has to be exceptionally expensive to qualify as one of the most expensive in history. A celebrity also has to consider themselves pretty lucky to ever have the chance to wear one. Most of them are on display in museums or included in royal collections rather than being available to wear. However, that’s not always the case.

In 2013, Jessica Alba was fortunate enough to get to wear a piece of expensive jewelry when she attended the Golden Globe Awards. Her Harry Winston necklace containing 187.5 carats of mostly pear-shaped white diamonds was apparently worth $5.8 million, thanks to the quality of the jewels. Luckily, Jessica took good care of it on the day.

Zendaya’s expensive jewelry at the 2021 Oscars was over 130 carats of perfection

• Value: $6 million
• Designer: Bulgari
• Features: 6-carat cushion-cut yellow diamond, 61.5 carats of pavé-cut diamonds, 49.3 carats of step-cut diamonds, and 18.18 carats of diamond

We know that Zendaya is someone who knows how to serve an expensive look when the occasion calls for it. Her attire for the 2021 Academy Awards was simply beyond expectations, though. While her gorgeous yellow Valentino Haute Couture gown was definitely eye-catching, it was her platinum necklace that pretty much everyone was talking about

There were carats aplenty on this piece of celebrity jewelry, including 61.50 carats of round brilliant-cut and pavé-set diamonds. A further 49.30 carats came from nearly 700 fancy-shape step-cut diamonds, while another 18 diamonds weighed 18.18 carats in total. The star of this necklace, though, was the cushion-cut yellow diamond that weighed six carats alone.

Naomi Campbell’s most expensive jewelry at the 2022 Met Gala wasn’t even that obvious

• Value: $6.6 million
• Designer: Jacob & Co.
• Features: 161.52-carats of diamonds, 18-karat yellow gold

There was no mistaking the celebrity jewelry on Naomi Campbell at the 2022 Met Gala, given her face was covered in the stuff. She attended the event in a black and silver Burberry gown, but most eyes were drawn to what was happening above the shoulders. However, her facial embellishments weren’t what made her look incredibly pricey.

Instead, it was the Jacob & Co. necklace that she wore, something that some people didn’t even realize she had on. Slightly hidden by her choker, this piece of expensive celebrity jewelry featured 37 round brilliant-cut yellow diamonds amounting to over 160 carats. It took two years to source and create this necklace, which also contained 18 karats of yellow gold.

Nicole Kidman’s expensive jewelry at the 2008 Oscars took over 6,000 hours to make

• Value: $7 million
• Designer: L’Wren Scott
• Features: 1,399 carats of diamonds

Nicole Kidman is evidently no stranger to expensive celebrity jewelry. Another of her standout pieces over the years is what she wore to the 2008 Academy Awards when there was no avoiding the fact that she was wearing a necklace. While some stars opt for understated pieces, Nicole’s was practically covering her entire chest and upper back that night.

This was hardly a bad thing, though, because the jewelry was certainly something to behold. It apparently contained more than 7,500 diamonds totaling nearly 1,400 carats in weight. The piece was far from quick to make either, allegedly requiring over 6,000 hours to put together. Looking at it on Kidman, we can believe that.

Sofia Vergara paid homage to her home country with her earrings at the 2013 Emmys

• Value: $7 million
• Designer: Lorraine Schwartz
• Features: 100 carats of rubies, sapphires, and Colombian diamonds

Sofia Vergara is a woman who knows how to make sure the spotlight is on her. She did it throughout her time on the sitcom ‘Modern Family,’ as well as when she arrived at the Emmy Awards in 2013. While her red dress was stunning, it was her Lorraine Schwartz jewelry that really made everyone take note.

Well, that’s perhaps no surprise considering that it was reportedly worth $7 million. The star of the collection was her platinum earrings, which reportedly weighed 100 carats and contained rubies, sapphires, and Colombian emeralds. Those emeralds were seemingly a nod to Vergara’s home country, with the actress having moved from Colombia to the US at the start of her career.

Beyoncé’s ears were weighed down by her diamond earrings at the 2020 Golden Globes

• Value: $8 million
• Designer: Lorraine Schwartz
• Features: Over 250 carats of diamonds

We can’t imagine Beyoncé ever not making a big impact with anything that she does. Whether that’s releasing new music or stepping onto the red carpet, the singer lives to blow people away. That’s certainly something she achieved at the 2020 Golden Globes when she rocked a Schiaparelli couture gown with some of the most expensive celebrity jewelry.

Beyoncé’s earrings alone were worth raving about, with the Lorraine Schwartz creation reportedly valued at $8 million. The significant price likely came from the incredible 250 carats of diamonds that made up the earrings. We can’t imagine how much of a weight this put on the singer’s ears, but if Beyoncé had a problem, we doubt anyone would have known.

Priyanka Chopra won the red carpet at the 2016 Academy Awards

• Value: $8 million
• Designer: Lorraine Schwartz
• Features: 50-carat diamond earrings, 22-carat diamond ring, 10-carat diamond pinky ring, 8-carat diamond bypass ring

If there’s one look that we’ll always remember Priyanka Chopra for, it’s the one she wore to the 2016 Academy Awards. Although the actress was only there as a presenter and not a nominee, she was one of the stars that stole the show on the red carpet. The Zuhair Murad gown was iconic and accentuated perfectly by Chopra’s jewelry.

Her collection that night included earrings and a selection of rings, all courtesy of Lorraine Schwartz. The earrings were 50 carats of diamonds, while the rings varied in weight. The heaviest of these was reportedly 22 carats, while the others were lighter at ten carats and eight carats, respectively. That’s at least 90 carats in total that night.

Amy Adams was definitely rocking expensive celebrity jewelry at the 2014 Golden Globes

• Value: $8 million
• Designer: Lorraine Schwartz
• Features: 30-carat diamond pendant, 12-carat diamond ring, 10-carat yellow gold diamond earrings

While Amy Adams’ choice of necklace for the 2009 Academy Awards might have been divisive, it was a different situation at the 2014 Golden Globes. Here, the actress’ jewelry was much more understated, but that doesn’t mean cheap. Although we don’t know how much the 2009 piece cost, it would have had to be extremely expensive to surpass this collection.

Amy’s pendant, ring, and earrings reportedly totaled $8 million, ensuring that her ensemble was one of the most expensive that day. The price might be eye-watering, but is it really that surprising when you consider the weight of these pieces? The pendant was 30 carats of diamond, the ring 12 carats, and the earrings ten carats.

Lady Gaga’s earrings were all the jewelry she needed to look expensive at the 2016 Oscars

• Value: $8 million
• Designer: Lorraine Schwartz
• Features: 90-carat, emerald-cut diamonds

Sometimes, you don’t need a ton of jewelry to bring a look together. Apparently, you also don’t always need a ton of jewelry to make a look expensive, either. Lady Gaga proved that in 2016 when she attended the Academy Awards. The singer left her neck bare at this event but more than made up for it with her earrings.

These alone were reportedly worth an incredible $8 million. They came courtesy of Lorraine Schwartz, who’s proven to be a firm favorite of many stars on the red carpet over the years. While the design of the earrings was relatively simple, the fact that they featured 90-carat emerald-cut diamonds meant that they held a ton of value.

Jennifer Lopez was positively dripping in jewels at the 2019 Met Gala

• Value: $8.8 million
• Designer: Harry Winston
• Features: 65.32-carat cushion-cut purple sapphire in a cluster of brilliant pear- and marquise-shaped diamonds totaling 129.48 carats (necklace), 29.59-carat diamond earrings, 67.22-carat cluster diamond bracelet, 66.82-carat cluster diamond bracelet, 15.99-carat cushion-cut diamond ring, 2.4-carat sunflower diamond ring

Never has the term dripping in jewels been more suitable than when referring to Jennifer Lopez’s attire for the 2019 Met Gala. The theme for the gala was Camp: Notes on Fashion, but you’d be forgiven for assuming it was excessive glamor after taking one look at the singer. There was hardly a piece of J-Lo that wasn’t sparkling.

Complementing the spectacular Versace gown and headdress was a selection of Harry Winston jewels, including the Purple Dragon Necklace. Weighing 129.48 carats, this contained a cushion-cut purple sapphire that alone was 65.32 carats. She paired this with some diamond chandelier earrings, diamond bracelets, and diamond rings, all set in platinum and varying in weight.

Jennifer Lopez was all glammed up at the 2020 SAG Awards in her Harry Winston jewelry

• Value: $9 million
• Designer: Harry Winston
• Features: 73.55-carat diamond necklace, 13.77-carat diamond earrings

Though she’ll always be Jenny from the Block to many, it’s safe to say that Jennifer Lopez is a lot more glamorous now than when she had her big break. The singer’s net worth has skyrocketed over the years, and as a result, she’s served some incredible looks on the red carpet. The 2020 SAG Awards was a particular highlight.

It was here that J-Lo showed up rocking $9 million in jewelry, from her necklace to her earrings. As the pieces were courtesy of Harry Winston, it’s no shock that they were worth so much. Lopez certainly looked like she was worth millions in them, with the necklace containing 73.55 carats of diamonds and the earrings 13.77 carats.

Anne Hathaway’s necklace on the 2011 Oscars red carpet complemented her dress perfectly

• Value: $10 million
• Designer: Tiffany & Co.
• Features: 94 carats of diamonds

The 2011 Academy Awards were a big day for Anne Hathaway. That’s when the actress was selected to co-host the ceremony with James Franco. While their partnership might not have wowed everyone, Hathaway’s various looks that night certainly made an impression. It was her red carpet attire that really made a significant impact, though, especially with that Tiffany & Co. necklace.

It was a relatively understated piece that went perfectly with her red Valentino gown. The diamonds sparkled more than enough to make up for the subtle accessory choice, with their weight reportedly totaling 94 carats. We’re not surprised that this is what she chose for the red carpet, given that this necklace was reportedly valued at $10 million.

Julia Roberts arrived to the 2022 Cannes Film Festival in an unbelievably expensive necklace

• Value: $10 million+
• Designer: Chopard
• Features: 100-carat yellow diamond, 54.67 carats of pear-shaped and cushion-cut diamonds, 18-karat white-and-yellow gold

The Cannes Film Festival might not be quite as big of an event as the Golden Globes or the Academy Awards, but it still attracts a lot of celebrity talent. Sometimes, the stars who show up go to great lengths to stand out, just as Julia Roberts did in 2022. She paired her Louis Vuitton jumpsuit with some expensive jewelry.

Her necklace was reportedly worth over  $10 million thanks to the 100-carat yellow diamond at its center. The rest of the accessory was adorned with 54.67 carats of pear-shaped and cushion-cut diamonds that undoubtedly contributed to the hefty price tag. The same goes for the 18-karat white-and-yellow gold setting, which was apparently ethically sourced, something that Roberts likely appreciated.

Jennifer Aniston’s jewelry at the 2017 Oscars continued her reputation as a style icon

• Value: $10.7 million
• Designer: Lorraine Schwartz
• Features: 100 carats of emerald-cut diamonds (earrings), 20-carat Golconda diamond ring

Jennifer Aniston is someone who many people have always looked to as a style icon. It was certainly the case while she was on the sitcom ‘Friends,’ and nothing has seemingly changed over the many years since. Well, why would it when the actress continues to step out in the most stunning celebrity jewelry, like at the 2017 Oscars?

It was here that she teamed up with Lorraine Schwartz to showcase some truly incredible pieces of jewelry. One of these was her emerald-cut diamond earrings that reportedly came in at 100 carats. These were actually the priciest part of Aniston’s outfit, recording a value of $9.5 million. The rest came from her 20-carat Golconda diamond ring.

Beyoncé showed up to the Grammys sporting over $12 million in expensive celebrity jewelry

• Value: $12 million
• Designer: Lorraine Schwartz
• Features: Over 400 carats of diamonds

Beyoncé isn’t a woman to ever do things by halves. The woman knows how to stand out and make a statement, especially when it comes to award ceremonies. While nothing might be able to top her pregnancy reveal at the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards, her outfit for the 2017 Grammys is still pretty iconic.

It was for this event that the singer showed up in one of her most expensive ensembles. It was actually her necklace more than anything else that made this attire so pricey, with her stunning celebrity jewelry reportedly worth $12 million. Well, considering that the Lorraine Schwartz piece reportedly had over 400 carats of diamonds, is that really a surprise?

Gigi Hadid wore some understated but expensive jewelry to the 2021 Met Gala

• Value: $12 million
• Designer: Jacob & Co.
• Features: 118 carats of diamonds + 10-carat diamond earrings

The Met Gala is one of those events where extravagance is to be expected. It’s an opportunity for celebrities to showcase some unbelievable looks that you wouldn’t see anywhere else. It’s also apparently an opportunity to show off expensive jewelry because that’s precisely what Gigi Hadid did when she attended the celebratory event in 2021.

The model’s necklace from Jacob & Co. was apparently one-of-a-kind and contained 118 carats of round diamonds. Gigi paired these with some of the jeweler’s diamond stud earrings, which themselves were ten carats. The collection was elegant and understated, but one thing it certainly wasn’t was cheap. The value of this celebrity jewelry was reportedly $12 million. 

Charlize Theron dazzled in some expensive one-of-a-kind celebrity jewelry at the 2014 Oscars

• Value: $15.8 million
• Designer: Harry Winston
• Features: 31-carat emerald-cut diamond

Charlize Theron sees every red carpet as an opportunity to showcase her style, and we can’t say that she’s ever let us down. One moment that we’ll always hold dear, though, is the 2014 Academy Awards. While Theron might not have been nominated for anything this year, she ensured that she was still a talking point at the ceremony.

She achieved that with her 31-carat emerald-cut diamond necklace, courtesy of Harry Winston. Whenever someone wears something from this jeweler on the red carpet, you know that it’s going to shine bright. This one certainly needed to, given it’s apparently valued at over $15 million. Well, seeing as it’s one-of-a-kind, we suppose the high price makes sense.

Cate Blanchett’s look at the 2014 Oscars was a hit thanks to her expensive celebrity jewelry

• Value: $18 million
• Designer: Chopard
• Features: 33 carats of white opals and diamond pavé (earrings), 49 carats of brown diamonds set in white gold (bracelet), 4-carat pear-shaped diamond ring

Cate Blanchett didn't simply look a million dollars when she attended the 2014 Academy Awards. She looked at least $18 million, and that's going on her jewelry alone. Chopard really came through for her at this event, offering up some stunning pieces that ensured she was one of the major talking points on the red carpet.

Blanchett didn't opt for a necklace at this ceremony, but she did go for some large statement earrings containing 33 carats of white opals and diamond pavé. It worked nicely with her bracelet, which was 49 carats of brown diamonds set in white gold, and the pear-shaped four-carat diamond ring on her finger. Cate truly was something to behold.

Madonna caused chaos at the 1991 Oscars when she threw an earring into the crowd

• Value: $20 million
• Designer: Harry Winston
• Features: Mixed-cut diamonds set in platinum

At the 1991 Academy Awards, Madonna seemed to be doing her best Marilyn Monroe cosplay in one of the most expensive ensembles we’ve ever seen. An absolute vision in white, it was the singer’s Harry Winston jewels that made her look as rich as anything. All in all, her various pieces reportedly made her look worth at least $20 million.

The people at Harry Winston were very aware of the value of this celebrity jewelry, which is why they were stunned when Madonna threw an earring into the crowd while performing. They didn’t know until afterward that she’d swapped her earrings for fakes before singing ‘Sooner or Later.' So, she hadn’t just tossed millions of dollars into the audience.

Gloria Stuart wore her own incredibly expensive version of the Heart of the Ocean in 1998

• Value: $20 million
• Designer: Harry Winston
• Features: 15-carat blue diamond

Céline Dion isn’t the only one to attend the Academy Awards wearing jewelry reminiscent of the ‘Titanic.’ The same year that Dion showed up to the Oscars in her version of the necklace, Gloria Stuart did the same. However, it seems there was a significant price difference between the two pieces of stunning celebrity jewelry.

Stuart - who was nominated that night for Best Supporting Actress in ‘Titanic’ - was the one who apparently came out on top. Her 15-carat blue diamond necklace was apparently worth $20 million. We know that Harry Winston is responsible for some very expensive jewelry, but this is a whole nother level. For a long time, no necklace had this price beaten.

Lady Gaga holds the record for most expensive jewel worn at the Academy Awards

• Value: $30 million
• Designer: Tiffany & Co.
• Features: 128.54-carat yellow diamond

When we think of Lady Gaga and expensive celebrity jewelry, there’s one thing that always stands out to us over everything else. We’re referring to the Tiffany & Co. necklace that she wore to the Academy Awards in 2019. This was a big year for the singer, with her being nominated for Best Actress and Best Original Song, winning the latter.

She definitely looked the part of a winner that night in her Alexander McQueen dress and Tiffany necklace, the latter reportedly worth $30 million. It’s believed to be the most expensive jewel ever worn to the Academy Awards, with its value coming from the 128.54-carat yellow diamond. Before Gaga, only two other people had ever worn the jewel before.

Carrie Underwood’s attended the 2013 Grammys in a necklace worth over $30 million

• Value: $31 million
• Designer: Jonathan Arndt
• Features: 381 carats of oval, pear, marquise, and round white diamonds

It doesn't seem that long ago that Carrie Underwood was an aspiring singer hoping to win the nation's heart on the reality competition series 'American Idol.' It was the best part of two decades ago, though, and in that time, Underwood has grown into a major success story. We're not just talking about her music here, either.

Carrie has shown she can be a real standout on the red carpet, with her 2013 Grammys appearance being particularly notable. This was when she arrived with a piece of jewelry around her neck, reportedly worth $31 million. Featuring 381 carats of oval, pear, marquise, and round white diamonds, it's one of the most expensive pieces of celebrity jewelry ever.