Eric Clapton
This is one that actually kind of makes sense. Eric Clapton used to be caught up in the rock and roll lifestyle. But after the tragic death of his son, Clapton slowed things down and cleaned himself up. Nowadays, even though he is worth a whopping $250 million, he lives as if he only has a couple thousand.
He likes wearing comfortable clothes that will be durable and long-lasting. He stays away from big drunken parties, but he does have one vice involving his large art collection. He said once that it took such a horrific event in his life to center him and make him realize and embrace the most significant things in life.
Katie Couric
In her intrepid journalism career, Katie Couric earned $55 million. She became famous on The Today Show and the CBS Evening News but refrains from flaunting her wealth. She doesn’t shop at high-end stores or eat at the most expensive restaurants. Give her a hunk of beef and a trip to Target and she is content.
For all of the time she spent in the spotlight, how amazing is it that she has never got swept up in an extravagant lifestyle? Whoever said that there wasn’t much money in journalism has definitely never met Katie Couric.
Renee Zellweger
Renee Zellweger’s parents were immigrants who came to the U.S. with absolutely nothing. She knows you have to earn everything you are given. Since becoming a superstar actress, she hasn’t had to pinch pennies like she used to. But that doesn’t mean she has stopped.
Zellweger is so frugal, that she shops for groceries using coupons, despite being worth upwards of $45 million. Of course, she can afford to splurge, but she would much rather spend on what she needs instead of what makes her happy. She seems to have a great head on her shoulders.
Darius Rucker
Darius Rucker came from a very modest and humble background, and surprisingly enough he still lives that way. He may have been a part of Hootie and the Blowfish, but the former rock star is happily living the settled-down life with his wife and kids now.
Perhaps that’s what inspired him to go solo and reconnect with his country roots. Rucker still records albums and tours but makes sure there is always time for his family. Whatever his next big project will be, it is good to know he will always be the same person. And that person is not Hootie, right?
Eva Longoria
Eva Longoria made nearly $400,000 per episode on "Desperate Housewives" and has made over $35 million in her career. But still, she’d rather stay in most weekends and just relax, rather than fly to France or Spain and traipse the beaches while eating pricey food. It helps that she has invested some money in a restaurant.
Who needs Domino’s delivery when you can get your own restaurant to make you something? She is also a devoted mother and won’t break away from her kids to attend any of the big parties. Instead, she throws her own backyard BBQs.