The top five most expensive divorces in history

Kamal531

What is love? Love is mutual affection, cherishing each other's hearts. If you love, stay together; if not, part ways. Deep love entails embracing everything, while inability to bear leads to turning away. For ordinary people, the most painful part of turning away is not the separation but the memories afterward. Similarly, for the wealthy, turning away is painful, but it encompasses not only the parting but also the enormous post-divorce settlements. Today, let's take a look at some of the most expensive divorces in history.

Amazon Founder Jeff Bezos

At least $35 billion
In 2019, Jeff Bezos divorced his wife, MacKenzie, who received 4% of Amazon's shares. At the time, MacKenzie gained shares worth over $35 billion, making it one of the most expensive divorces in history. The split not only marked the most costly divorce but also elevated MacKenzie as one of the world's richest women.
Wildenstein Couple

$2.5 billion + $1 billion annually
Before the Bezos divorce, the most expensive separation occurred in 1999 when art dealer Alec Wildenstein divorced socialite Jocelyn Wildenstein. Following their agreement, Jocelyn initially received a $2.5 billion settlement and then an additional $1 billion annually for 13 years, totaling $3.8 billion.
"Bond King" Bill Gross

$1.3 billion
In 2016, bond investor Bill Gross, known as the "Bond King," went through a divorce with his wife Sue after 31 years of marriage. The separation involved assets worth $1.3 billion, including a mansion and Picasso's masterpiece "Rest."
Oil Tycoon Harold Hamm

$975 million
After a three-year legal battle, oil magnate Harold Hamm ended his 26-year marriage in 2015. He wrote a $975 million check to his wife, Sue Ann. Despite receiving the check, Sue Ann changed her mind, appealing for more of the oil tycoon's assets, but the court ultimately rejected her plea.
Casino Tycoon Steve Wynn

$850 million
In 2010, Las Vegas mogul and casino tycoon Steve Wynn divorced his wife Elaine for the second time. Despite reuniting through marriage ceremonies, they couldn't stay together. Elaine received nearly $850 million in Wynn Resorts shares as per the divorce agreement.

Kahn332

Divorce involves splitting assets; it's definitely expensive.

Kapil334

Rich people don't really care.

Shri333

There are countless ways to get rich, and getting rich through divorce is just one of them.

Jatin255

Marriage is a major matter, and it should never be undertaken hastily.