What is it about being a celebrity that seems to lend itself to financial woes? Here are a few of the big reasons celebrities can't seem to handle their money -- and what we common folk can learn from them.
For whatever reason, celebrities often end up crossing paths with the IRS, and surprisingly, most of the problems they have with the tax man are traps anyone could fall into. Here are some common mistakes of the stars, and what you can do to avoid them.
Gary Busey joined the ranks of the insolvent last week, filing for bankruptcy. But he's by no means unique: There's a whole subset of celebrities practically defined by their inability to live within their enormous means. Check out our gallery of fiscally fallen stars.
Most of us have assets worth insuring -- our homes, our cars, our health. Celebrities are no different, but they must protect their most important assets -- themselves. So who's buying insurance on their fingers, legs and even smiles and hair? Check out our gallery:
Showbiz memorabilia had its closeup in the past few weeks, with items made famous by Marilyn Monroe, Michael Jackson and Judy Garland fetching an over-the-rainbow prices at auction. Why are people compelled to buy these items, and who's drawing the biggest bucks? Read on...
The rich, powerful and addicted are often willing to pay big bucks to get clean and sober -- but just how much? DailyFinance checked out three of the priciest dry-out retreats in the world. One month's bill at any of the following would be enough to scare many of us straight.
Elizabeth Taylor fans have been flocking to eBay to pick up memorabilia since the movie star died last week, reportedly doubling prices for some merchandise. But are these collectibles worth the investment? Appraisers from Antiques Roadshow weigh in.
Macy's is going into business with Madonna to sell the new line of clothes and accessories the music icon designed with her teenage daughter, Lourdes. The Material Girl brand, which will be priced to appeal to teens, revives and revises some styles from the star's 1980s heyday.
