John B. Kelly
John B. Kelly, a three-time gold medalist, was a practical man. His big success led to his daughter, the legendary Grace Kelly, having the spotlight on her from an early age, which led to her success at Hollywood, and her love life success as well: she married a prince of Monaco and was thus a real-life princess.
In John B. Kelly’s will, he wrote a special request right to her, straight from his practical nature. He asked that she “not bankrupt the Principality of Monaco with the bills about her clothing.” Nobody but a dad could give such good advice in such a backhanded way.
Phillip Seymour Hoffman
Known as one of the greatest actors of his generation, Hoffman knew the value of hard work. For this reason, he didn't want his children turning into “trust fund kids,” and so he left everything to his girlfriend instead. In addition, he stipulated that his son Cooper should be raised in three different cities: New York, Chicago, and San Francisco.
Why you might ask? We don't know why. Maybe he wanted the boy to have a rounded education, or maybe he just hated Los Angeles. One way or the other, it happened, which means Hoffman is smiling down from wherever he is.
Marilyn Monroe
Marilyn Monroe is a name that may never be forgotten. She was one of the most legendary actors of her time, and she still inspires countless young women to push themselves to higher and higher heights. Though she went young, she had already accumulated a large fortune.
Instead of leaving her riches to her family, however, her will stipulated that it should all go to Lee Strasberg, her acting coach. Every single one of her personal effects remained in Lee's basement until he too passed away. She must have really liked him. Or disliked him, since it seems like a hassle.
Farrah Fawcett
When this famous angel-faced actress finally left our world, she left everything to her son, Redmond Fawcett O'Neal. She also left some to her father, her nephew, and even her ex, but one notable name was left off the list: husband Ryan O'Neal. It shouldn't be surprising, based on what rumors about O'Neal have been floating around when he was still alive.
It's been said that he was violent and manipulative, and the details included in Fawcett's will seem to point to these facts, though of course, it doesn't say anything outright. It must have been a huge slap in the face to O'Neal, though if the rumors are true, he certainly deserved it.
Janis Joplin
Janis Joplin was all about life. Her music, and her lifestyle, showed off energy and movement, and it didn't end when she stopped moving in 1970. Her electric stage presence had people partying at all of her concerts, but she also wanted a party at her favorite pub after she died.
This is why, in her will, she left two and a half grand for an all-night party. This famous singer probably had lots of friends – would that much money cover all of it? Don't worry about it. $2,500 from 1970 is worth almost seventeen thousand dollars today. More than enough for one last big bash.