Why listen to what celebrities — non-experts in finance — have to say about money? Well, some of them have been around for a while and have experienced the fickleness of the entertainment industry. Here are some lessons learned.
Dave Barry: “Don’t emphasize money if you don’t have much; be happy.”
Eric Bogosian: “Live within your means.”
Alice Cooper: “Put yourself on an allowance.”
Judge Alex Ferrer: “Save more than you spend.”
Al Franken: “Live frugally, pass on to the next generation.”
Jeff Greenfield: “Don’t be extravagant but enjoy life.”
Carl Hiaasen: “If you can’t predict what your income will be, it’s important to budget.”
Meg Tilly: “Eating in will help you save money, and saving money will give you choices in life.”
Each of the celebrities interviewed shares a personal story related to the way they handle their finances, whether directly or through a financial planner. Here are the details.
Published or updated February 23, 2007. If you enjoyed this article, subscribe to the RSS feed or receive daily emails. Follow @flexo on Twitter and visit our Facebook page for more updates.
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Luke Landes founded Consumerism Commentary in 2003 and has been building online communities since 1990. Luke, also known as Flexo, has contributed to PC World Magazine, US News, Forbes, and other publications. 
