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4 Hollywood celebrities who surprisingly live normal lives

Sarah Jessica Parker, Keano Reeves among other who prefer to live a normal life

By GH Web Desk |
(L-R) Sarah Jessica Parker, Keanu Reeves, and Jennifer Lawrence.
(L-R) Sarah Jessica Parker, Keanu Reeves, and Jennifer Lawrence.

When most people think of famous A-list Hollywood celebrities, they often imagine them living a luxurious life, likely because many of them have millions to their name. Fans assume that their favourite celebrities love spending on expensive cars, luxury homes, and expensive jewelry.

However, there are some of the biggest and most well-known names in the industry who despite their massive Hollywood careers and considerable wealth have managed to stay grounded and live like normal people.

Sarah Jessica Parker

The Sex in the City starlet’s lifestyle is far more modest than that of her iconic character with an estimated net worth of $150 million. The 60-year-old actor revealed that during her son's childhood, she dressed him in handme-downs passed down from her older nephews. Despite her fashion icon status, Parker has also been spotted shopping at discount retailers like Target.

Jay Leno

Known for his distinctive chin, the American television host, comedian, and writer built a substantial fan base throughout his three decade career and achieved significant financial success with an estimated net worth of around $350 million. Despite his passion for collecting cars, it has been reported that he has never spent a dime of his Tonight Show earnings ever. Leno is also known for fixing many of his own cars, often spending hours in his garage tinkering under the hood, something he describes as therapeutic and grounding.

Jennifer Lawrence

Despite being one of the highest paid actors in Hollywood, Jennifer Lawrence leads a surprisingly modest lifestyle. Even during the height of her fame, Lawrence was frequently spotted running her own errands and driving the same modest Volkswagen she had long before achieving stardom.

Keanu Reeves

The John Wick star has built a positive public image as a hard-working, charming, and excruciatingly shy person. He donated nearly 85% of his income from the Matrix to the special effects and costume design teams. He drives a regular Honda, lives in a modest apartment, and is often seen using public transportation, shopping for discounted clothing, or waiting in line at the bank rather than dining in fancy restaurants.