March 1st, 2009
David Beckham is borrowing George Clooney’s Italian mansion ‘to unwind’ as the transfer battle to secure his footballing talents continues.
A source in Italy had reportedly told Hello! Magazine that “George has really taken David under his wing since the transfer trouble started. At the house, David is able to get away from everything, relax and switch off in private.”
The luxurious $8million lakeside retreat, on Lake Como, is just half an hour from Beckham’s Milan base.
February 25th, 2009
According to the New York Post, Shaquille O’Neal, one of the most dominant players in the history of NBA, is having some issues selling his home on Star Island on Miami Beach.
The Phoenix Suns center just is marketing the mansion for sale at $25 million, which is $10 million less than its highest asking price back in November 2007, when the deal fell through.
February 23rd, 2009
Spanish tenor Placido Domingo was named the first winner of the Birgit Nilsson Prize, worth $1million, for his unrivaled contributions to the world of opera.
The Swedish Birgit Nilsson, considered as one of the world’s best dramatic sopranos, created the price and selected Placido Domingo herself before her death at age 87 in December 2005.
Her choice was announced last Friday 20. Subsequent winners will be decided by the foundation’s council, with the help of a jury of prominent figures in classical music.
February 16th, 2009
Brad Pitt’s nice house in Malibu is on sale for $18 million. It is just in front of the beach, with spectacular terraces and stunning view for peace of mind.
Tastefully and stylishly furnished, the villa has also a private tennis court and a wide open terrace, bordered by manicured gardens with trees and palms.
Fantastic to chill and totally relax.
February 15th, 2009
There are seven bedroom suites, a helicopter hangar, a basement pool surrounded by Doric pillars and approached through a lobby whose black-and-white flooring was inspired by the decor of the residence of Pierce Brosnan in The Thomas Crown Affair, plus a formal garden with temples and fountains. An 11th-century church stands close by.
These are just some of the features of Compton Bassett House, the extensively restored 18th century mansion near Calne in Wiltshire recently bought by the singer Robbie Williams.
February 11th, 2009
David Beckham and his wife Victoria Beckham had a luxury beach home built on the island of Koh Samui in Ban Tai, Thailand.
The construction of the resort style villa was completed in mid 2008. The three floor home set the Beckham’s back $5.8 million and sits on 8 acres amid the hills overlooking a private beach.
