Bette Davis | In Case Her Waist Comes To Waste
Among the many actresses who graced the silver screen in its early years, Bette Davis made quite a name for herself as one of the most beautiful and alluring. Appearing in theater, television, and films alike, Bette Davis was in the business for 60 years and had over 100 film roles to her credit. Like the other celebrities on this list, she had an image to maintain – especially when she is under the spotlight. For Davis, she considered her waistline to be her most defining feature. She insured her waist for $28,000, which is equivalent to an estimated $400,000 in today’s money.
Jamie Lee Curtis | If Money Had Legs, They’d Look Like Hers
During the early years of her acting career, Jamie Lee Curtis gained the title of “Scream Queen” for her role as Laurie Strode in the Halloween films. She also starred in other movies outside the horror genre such as 1991’s My Girl, 2003’s Freaky Friday, and 2019’s Knives Out. Outside of acting, she also has written children’s books, including her 1998 bestseller Today I Feel Silly, and Other Moods That Make My Day. While we all know that her talent is Curtis’ greatest asset, L’Eggs Pantyhose Company went ahead and insured her legs for $2.8 million after she shot an advertising campaign with them.
Rod Stewart | In Case His Voice Isn’t Forever Young
After selling over 120 million records worldwide, who wouldn’t be surprised when Rod Stewart was acknowledged as one of the best-selling music artists of all time? He started his music career as a harmonica player and occasional vocalist for The Dimensions. In 1969, he released his first solo album An Old Raincoat Won’t Ever Let You Down. His music is a mix of slow rock, folk, soul, and R&B. Later in his career, Stewart decided to get his voice insured for $6 million. To his credit this is the same voice that serenaded 3.5 million people during one of Rio de Janeiro’s biggest rock concerts!
Adam Lambert | His Voice Has No Time For Miracles
He may not have won American Idol, but being a runner-up during the show’s eighth season, certainly kept Adam Lambert busy. In 2009, he released his successful debut album For Your Entertainment, which included his hit song Whataya Want From Me – the song that gave him a Grammy nomination for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance. Aside from his solo records, Lambert has also been touring alongside iconic rock band Queen since 2011. Seeing how his career is becoming more and more successful, Lambert’s management prompted him to purchase an insurance policy of $48 million for his voice. It is an appropriate safety measure for his career in the future.
Miley Cyrus | Following Her Godmother’s Footsteps
Having experienced too many awkward experiences whenever she attended events, Miley has plenty of mortifying stories about the red carpet. Among them, her dislike for constantly being asked to do poses or make faces for the camera. So, one time, instead of “blowing a kiss” she stuck her tongue out at the event photographers. If you’ve ever wondered about how the whole “tongue” thing began, it’s thanks to this moment. Since then, it has become a part of her trademark and she even bought an insurance policy for her tongue that’s worth $1 million. No different from what her godmother, Dolly Parton, had done.
Tina Turner | $3 Million Legs
Tina Turner always delivers when she is on stage. Considering her legs to be a vital point of her performances, Turner went and took out an insurance policy covering her assets for $3 million. After all, the Queen of Rock & Roll can’t take any chances when it comes to keeping the quality of her performance 100% at all times. Tina Turner is well-known for her stage presence and powerful vocals, which she shows off in songs such as Let’s Stay Together, Better Be Good To Me, and What’s Love Got To Do With It – the song that gave her the Grammy Award for Record of the Year.
Mariah Carey | A Goddess’ Legs Are Worth Billions
Mariah Carey is among the iconic singers, who new artists today consider to be their inspiration when they make their music. She made a name for herself thanks to her incredible vocal range and efficient use of vocal runs in her songs. Mariah Carey was given the title of “Songbird Supreme” by the Guinness World Records. Having sold over 200 million records worldwide, Carey also received credit for being one of the best-selling music artists of all time. Aside from these career achievements, she was also praised for having the “Legs of a Goddess” by Gillette, which led to her insuring her legs for $1 billion.
Michael Flatley | A Tap Dancer’s Most Valuable Feat
Like other stage performers and dancers, Flatley considers his legs and feet as his greatest assets, so he purchased an insurance policy covering them for $40 million. Before his retirement in 2016, Michael Flatley was known for reinventing Irish dance by adding new styles and movements. He has also been acknowledged by Guinness World Records for tap dancing at 35 times per second. Throughout the years, Michael Flatley has performed for over 60 million people. It is an achievement that not many dancers would be able to reach in their lifetime and is something to be proud of – even after retirement.
Rihanna | $1 Million Legs
Rihanna has cemented herself as a music icon after her first two albums: 2005’s Music of the Sun and 2006’s Girl Like Me. Her hits songs Umbrella, We Found Love, and Diamonds, opened the door for collaborations with other artists such as Eminem and Calvin Harris. In 2007, she earned the “Legs of a Goddess” title from Gillette Razors, who took out a policy worth $1 million to protect their investment. Before this, Rihanna never had any plans to do such a thing. Since Gillette was going to do all the hard work for her, however, we’re sure her she thought it was a fair deal.
Brooke Shields | The Value Of Her Legs Are A Mystery
Brooke Christa Shields started her modeling career at a young age and received critical acclaim for her performance in the 1978 film Pretty Baby. As a teenager, Shields starred in dramas like 1980’s The Blue Lagoon and 1981’s Endless Love. By 1983, however, she put her career on hold and went to Princeton University where she finished with a bachelor’s degree in Romance Languages. She resumed her career after and starred in the shows Suddenly Susan, Lipstick Jungle, and later joined the cast of Law & Order: Special Crimes Unit. It has been reported that the actress insured her legs for an unknown price.