10 Celebrities Who Chose to Live a Simple Life

“Wealth and success don’t make you happy.” This is not a quote from the spiritual leader Dalai Lama, but from American actor Leonardo DiCaprio. It’s great to see celebrities living a “normal” life in simple houses, sharing their money with people in need and not showing off. And it’s interesting to know that these celebrities haven’t changed their way of thinking and acting, even though they have a lot of money.

we, from awesome.club, We feel a huge respect for people who know that money isn’t everything and that’s why we’re going to share fun facts about some celebrities who defend and live by this philosophy.

Jennifer Lawrence was the highest paid actress in the world in 2015 and 2016, with annual earnings of R$295 million and R$261 million, respectively. Despite this huge sum, the actress does not waste money and is seen as a “financial model”. In an interview, she confessed that “always lived in a small rat-infested apartment in New York, in a small condominium in Los Angeles or in a regular house in Kentucky.”

Living modestly means for her not only saving, but helping people and raising money for nonprofits. In 2016, she donated the equivalent of 11 million reais to Kosair Children’s Hospital in Louisville.

Reeves’ public image is very positive. He is known to be workaholic, charming and “terribly shy”. after the movie Matrix was launched, gave the equivalent of 554 million reais, of the 648 million it earned, to employees of the production company’s special effects and makeup departments. He says money is the last thing he thinks about: “I could live on what I’ve already earned for centuries to come.”

Even though he was popular all over the world and making millions, it didn’t spoil his character. For example, in March 2019, Keanu was flying to Los Angeles when the route was diverted to Bakersfield due to an aircraft issue. He didn’t wait for the plane to be repaired, but instead arranged for a van for him and the other passengers to continue on their journey.

Elijah Wood is very popular because of his role as Frodo in the saga Lord of the Rings. In 2003, the film grossed over 6.25 billion reais at the box office worldwide. The actor could become a snob for the sake of fame and money, but he didn’t. In an interview, he said that one of his most important life lessons is humility and that one of the most expensive things he bought was audio equipment for his home.

“I was always looking out for other people, thinking about their feelings, not mine,” said Elijah. And these are not just words. He does amazing charity work and never forgets people in need.

Sarah Michelle Gellar started her career as an actress at an early age. Although she is a well-known celebrity, Gellar prefers to lead a modest family life. Along with Freddie Prinze Jr., who she has been married to since 2002, she has two beautiful children. The couple seems very happy and always posts pictures of the pleasant moments showing a peaceful life.

The actress is also an active supporter of various charities. In an interview she said: “I started because my mother taught me a long time ago that even when you have nothing, there are ways to give back. And what you get in return when you give charity is 10 times greater. But it was always difficult, because I couldn’t do much. I couldn’t do much more than just donate money (when I was recording Buffy the Vampire Slayer) because I didn’t have time. And now that I have the time, this is amazing.”

Robert Pattinson has been recognized as one of the highest paid actors in the world. In 2010, the magazine Team also listed him as one of the 100 most influential people in the world. In an interview, the star admitted that for the past 15 years, despite having a good income, he continues to lead a simple life. “This is still my style of clothing,” he said, pointing to the skater shirt he was wearing.

Also, he doesn’t forget to give charity, sharing his good fortune with others. “I have been both a donor and a supporter and now I look forward to joining these efforts so that together we can give an opportunity to more and more children and young adults around the world,” he said during a non-profit campaign.

Since 2010, the magazine Team points out Mark Zuckerberg as one of the richest and most influential people in the world. and still the press sees him leading a modest life🇧🇷 The Facebook founder is often seen with cars considered quite simple for celebrities, such as a Honda Fit and a Volkswagen Golf. Instead of having fun squandering his billions of dollars, he chose a family life and married Priscilla Chan in 2012. They have two children together.

This sweet couple can be a role model for many people. Blake and Ryan have been married since 2012 and have three children. Both are famous, successful and can afford to lead a very luxurious life. But the family lives a simple life in Pound Ridge, a small town in New York State. Blake says Ryan loves being with his family. In turn, the actor confesses who needs to do the dirty work too, like changing diapers.

Mick Jagger is a legend and his fame is a product of a five-decade career. But the personal life of the eternal leader of the Stones is very important. he has eight children and his last descendant came into the world in 2016, when Jagger was already 73 years old. The singer enjoys spending time with his family and was spotted with his girlfriend playing with the baby.

Leonardo DiCaprio was included in the annual list of Forbes as one of the highest paid actors from 2010 to 2016, with earnings in reais equivalent to 159 million, 437 million, 210 million, 221 million, 164 million and 153 million, respectively. The actor could have whatever he wanted. Instead, he chose to lead a normal life. For example, he was recently seen helping a lost tourist during a rainy day in New York.

Plus, DiCaprio understands the needs of poor people and shares his money with the world. In 2020, his foundation donated the equivalent of 17 million reais to Australia’s firefighting efforts.

Shailene Woodley is not just a famous actress and an environmental activist. She and her mother co-founded a non-profit organization that teaches young people to practice empathy, compassion and responsibility.

The actress remains with her feet on the ground. “I go abroad, whether in the city or in the interior of any state. I connect with the ground, with the trees, just breathing in the fresh air, as I go for a walk and see myself living in my heart rather than in my mind,” she said. Woodley tries to live a natural life and prefers natural foods, products and makeup.

Who is, in your opinion, the most humble person among celebrities these days? Do you share the same simple life philosophy as the famous? Leave your comment.