20+ Most Expensive Divorces In the World In 2024

20 Most Expensive Divorces In the World

Welcome to the list of some of the most high-profile and most expensive divorces in the world.

1. Bill Gates and Melinda Gates – $76 billion.
2. Jeff and MacKenzie Bezos – $68 Billion
3. Alec Wildenstein and Jocelyn Wildenstein – $3.8 Billion
4. Rupert Murdoch and Anna Torv – $1.7 Billion
5. Bernie Ecclestone and Slavica Radić – $1.2 Billion
6. Harold Hamm and Sue Ann Arnall – $975 Million
7. Adnan and Soraya Khashoggi – $874 Million
8. Steven and Elaine Wynn – $741 Million
9. Dmitry Rybolovlev and Elena Rybolovlev – $604 Million
10. Craig and Wendy McCaw – $460 Million
11. Mel Gibson and Robyn Moore – $425 Million
12. Robert Johnson and Sheila Crump Johnson – $400 Million
13. Angelina Jolie & Brad Pitt – $400 Million
14. Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver – $250 Million
15. Michael Jordan and Juanita Vanoy – $168 Million
16. Neil Diamond and Marcia Murphey – $150 Million
17. Tiger Woods and Elin Nordegren – $110 Million
18. Steven Spielberg and Amy Irving – $100 Million
19. Madonna and Guy Ritchie – $92 Million
20. Harrison Ford and Melissa Mathison – $85 Million
21. Kevin Costner and Cindy Silva – $80 Million”

20 Most Expensive Divorces In the World [2024]

1. Bill Gates and Melinda Gates – $76 billion

Founder of Microsoft, One of the biggest tech company in the world separted with his wife by settling down with $76 billion dollar.

2. Jeff and MacKenzie Bezos – World Second Most Expensive Divorce Cost: $68 Billion

Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos and MacKenzie Bezos top the list with the most expensive divorce. The settlement between the couple reached $68 billion

3. Alec Wildenstein and Jocelyn Wildenstein – Third Most Expensive Divorce Cost: $3.8 Billion

In 1999, French-American businessman Alec Wildenstein divorced Jocelyn Wildenstein. Jocelyn received $2.5 billion upfront and $100 million annually for 13 years, totaling a staggering $3.8 billion.

4. Rupert Murdoch and Anna Torv Cost: $1.7 Billion

After 31 years of marriage, media mogul Rupert Murdoch and Maria Torv divorced in 1999. Maria Torv took $1.7 billion settlement.

5. Bernie Ecclestone and Slavica Radić Cost: $1.2 Billion

In 2009, Bernie Ecclestone’s divorce from Slavica Radić with the settlement of  $1.2 billion. Slavica turned her settlement into a $1.6 billion investment portfolio.

6. Harold Hamm and Sue Ann Arnall Cost: $975 Million

In 2012, American business magnate in the oil and gas business Harold Hamm and Sue Ann Arnall divorced after 24 years of marriage. Hamm paid $974.8 million for the divorce settlement.

7. Adnan and Soraya Khashoggi Cost: $874 Million

In 1982, Saudi Arabian billionaire Adnan Khashoggi paid his ex-wife a divorce settlement of $874 million.

8. Steven and Elaine Wynn Cost: $741 Million

Casino mogul Steve Wynn paid an estimated $741 million in his 2010 divorce from Elaine.

9. Dmitry Rybolovlev and Elena Rybolovlev Cost: $604 Million

After 26 years, Dmitry and Elena Rybolovlev divorced in 2008.  Despite of  court-ordered settlement of $4.8 billion, Couple eventually settled down at a little over $600 million.

10. Craig and Wendy McCaw Cost: $460 Million

Cellular and Clearwire Corp founder, Craig McCaw, separated from Wendy McCaw in 1998 resulting on Wendy at the end of receiving $460 million after Craig’s company sale to AT&T.

11. Mel Gibson and Robyn Moore Cost: $425 Million

After 26 years, Mel and Robyn Gibson finalized their divorce in 2011 without a prenuptial agreement. The settlement cost Mel almost half of his net worth at the time of $425 million.

12. Robert Johnson and Sheila Crump Johnson Cost: $400 Million

Bob and Sheila Johnson divorced in 2002 after co-founding Black Entertainment Television. Sheila received $400 million as a settlement amount.

13. Angelina Jolie & Brad Pitt Cost: $400 Million

The 2016 divorce of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt involved the division of their $500 million empire, making it the thirteenth largest divorce globally.

14. Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver Cost: $250 Million

Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver’s 25-year marriage ended in 2011.  Shriver received $250 million and legal custody of their children.

15. Michael Jordan and Juanita Vanoy Cost: $168 Million

After 17 years of marriage, Michael and Juanita Jordan ended their relationship in 2016. Juanita received $168 million, custody of their children, and their Chicago mansion.

16. Neil Diamond and Marcia Murphey Cost: $150 Million

Neil Diamond and Marcia Murphey divorced in 1995 after 25 years. Murphy received approximately $150 million.

17. Tiger Woods and Elin Nordegren Cost: $110 Million

In 2010, Tiger Woods and Elin Nordegren ended their six-year marriage with a renegotiated prenuptial agreement, leading to Nordegren receiving an estimated $110 million.

18. Steven Spielberg and Amy Irving Cost: $100 Million

Steven and Amy Spielberg’s divorce in 1985 resulted in a $100 million settlement, making it one of the most expensive divorces at the time.

19. Madonna and Guy Ritchie Cost: $92 Million

Madonna and Guy Ritchie’s seven-year marriage ended in 2008. Ritchie walked away with approximately $92 million as part of the divorce settlement.

20. Harrison Ford and Melissa Mathison Cost: $85 Million

After 17 years together, Harrison Ford and Melissa Mathison divorced between 2000 and 2004.  Mathison received $118 million.

21. Kevin Costner and Cindy Silva Cost: $80 Million

Kevin Costner and Cindy Silva, married in 1976, parted ways in 1994 after 16 years. Costner payed $80 million.