We always associate celebrities with fame and fortune, but what we often overlook is the sweat and tears that went behind it. Actor Leonardo DiCaprio once said, “Wealth and success don’t make you happy,” which goes to show that like any of us, they find contentment in many things other than money.
Of course, we admire some Hollywood stars for sharing their investment money with the needy and opting to live a simple life. It’s good to know that they realize abundance is meant to be shared with those who lack it. Rarely can we encounter celebrities who use their platform and influence for the common good, with a lifestyle that speaks, “simplicity is beauty.” If you want to know who they are, read our list below:
Mark Zuckerberg
The giant behind the social networking site Facebook is undeniably one of the simplest men we know. Despite generating an income of billions, Mark Zuckerberg is known for living a modest life. For instance, he always wears a sweatshirt even to his office. The tech giant also drives humble cars like a Volkswagen Golf and a Honda Fit. Instead of partying or abusing his credit cards, he built a family of four over a simple lifestyle; even his wife Priscilla Chan is living low-key.
Keanu Reeves
Keanu Reeves is our favorite on this list. Despite growing up in a broken home, the actor’s public and personal life is very positive. He is known as a kindhearted man and a workaholic; according to his peers, he’s even “excruciatingly shy.” Did you know he gave $80 million out of his $114 million earnings to the staff of The Matrix, who worked hard in the special effects and makeup departments? He also rides the train occasionally and takes time to meet and talk to strangers. The popular celebrity crush also donates money silently. Reeves once said, “I could live on what I have already made for the next few centuries.” Indeed, his humility goes beyond a colossal degree!
Jennifer Lawrence
We could imagine the world’s highest-paid actress to be wearing designer clothes, riding a luxury car, and living in a mansion installed with state-of-the-art home security systems. But looking at this photo, you’d be stunned to see Jennifer Lawrence only wearing a simple flannel shirt and jeans that could only cost $10. You’d be amazed even more to learn that she lives in a humble abode. In one interview, she admitted that she “always lived in a little condo in L.A., a rat-infested apartment in New York, or a normal house in Kentucky.” The famed Oscar awardee is known to be a supporter of many non-profit organizations, including The Kosair Children’s Hospital in Louisville.
Robert Pattinson
Despite earning millions from his blockbuster film series, Twilight, actor Robert Pattinson chose to live and dress like a normal college boy. “This is still my style of clothing,” the actor said as he pointed to the T-shirt that he fondly wears. Besides, when it comes to money management, the celebrity heartthrob puts his income to good use. He has been a keen donor of charities and has helped kids and young adults across the globe.
Leonardo DiCaprio
The Titanic actor has been a role model for living a simple life. Despite his wealthy characters with a high credit score in films such as The Wolf of Wall Street, Leonardo DiCaprio proves that being a celebrity is not all glitz and glamour. Off-camera, he’s just an average guy, so much so that he was even spotted helping out a lost tourist in Manhattan! Leo also understands the needs of the poor and shares his money for good causes. In fact, he recently donated $3 million to the victims of the Australia bushfire.
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