These celebrities exemplify how minimal Hollywood stars can go from Mayim Bialik’s rustic Los Angeles home to Matthew McConaughey’s luxury R.V. However, minimal doesn’t mean shabby or cheap.
Most people expect Hollywood celebrities to have big mansions with swimming pools and cinemas like those seen on “MTV Cribs,” but that is not always the case. The truth is that while they might have more money than most, some celebrities prefer living ordinary lives, and their homes reflect that.
In the following article, we’ll look at these stars’ regular houses, including Jamie Lee Curtis, Mayim Bialik, Roseanne Barr, and more.
Mayim Bialik’s Studio City Home of Nearly Ten Years
Nestled in the heart of Los Angeles, actress Mayim Bialik’s home is a stunning testament to rustic elegance and thoughtful renovation. The $2.3 million retreat with four bedrooms in Studio City has been her sanctuary for almost a decade. Over the years, the 2,483-square-foot property has undergone numerous renovations, each adding a unique touch to its charm.
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In 2020, Bialik shared her excitement about the transformation of her kitchen. The kitchen renovations were a labor of love, featuring a tin ceiling and wood cabinets handcrafted by a former partner. Bialik also shared that a man she dated for a long time was a carpenter who helped with designing the home, with her stating:
“He did this entire kitchen by himself, inside and out.”
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These elements were not new additions but repurposed materials from an upstairs bedroom, reflecting Bialik’s commitment to sustainability. The kitchen is also adorned with marble countertops and a copper farmhouse sink, adding a touch of modern luxury to the rustic aesthetic.
The space is a delightful blend of the old and the new. It’s a space that embraces the charm of vintage elements, such as light fixtures crafted from repurposed chicken feeders. The kitchen also houses a collection of antique cooking tools, each with a story.
Among these is a functional nut meat chopper and a cherished serving platter from Poland, a memento from her grandmother. Regarding culinary preferences, Bialik’s fridge is always stocked with fresh produce.
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Inside the fridge are berries, farmer’s produce, and raw cashews – an essential ingredient for her homemade vegan ricotta – are staples. Sweets are a rare sight in her kitchen, except for the annual indulgence in vegan Thin Mints. Despite its beauty and functionality, the actress admits that a little more space would be welcome.
It can get crowded with two boys and three cats sharing the space. However, she wouldn’t trade her kitchen for anything else. It’s not just a place for cooking; it’s a space filled with memories, stories, and a testament to her sustainable lifestyle.
Stepping outside, the property reveals a massive backyard with a private saltwater pool and spa. The brick walkway that winds around the pool area is bordered by lush flower and herb gardens, creating a serene outdoor space. The outdoor patio also includes a shower, and the spa features a beautiful blend of pebble, glass, and stone tiling.
In an engaging episode of “The Three Questions with Andy Richter,” Bialik shared some intriguing insights into her personal life. She revealed that she doesn’t employ a house cleaner, viewing it as an unnecessary luxury. Bialik’s parents instilled in her the value of cleanliness, and she has carried this lesson into her adult life, preferring to handle household chores herself.
She admitted, “I really would rather spend the money on other things.” Despite her best efforts, she humorously confesses that her cleaning skills might not always be up to par. This revelation adds a relatable and down-to-earth dimension to her public persona. Now let’s have a look at another actress’ humble home.
Inside Jamie Lee Curtis’ Almost 100 Years-Old House
On December 2023, Jamie Lee Curtis and her husband, Christopher Guest, celebrated their 39th wedding anniversary, and for most of their married life, they’ve lived in the same place. Their children, Annie and Ruby, grew up in the same lovely home.
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In 1992, Curtis walked into the 1920s Spanish Colonial Revival home, which would become her first house. The actress admitted that she believed she could make her own, adding:
“There’s not one piece that I didn’t go out and buy or that I can’t tell you a story about.”
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For Guest, it was different. Curtis shared that while house hunting, he often radiated disapproval with his facial expressions. For this particular house, however, he was different. Guest started to look at the house’s terra-cotta roof tiles and eucalyptus trees around it before deciding that they should purchase it.
He would later reveal that he was impressed by the home’s park-like setting. When they moved into the house, the previous owners had not updated it despite it being built in 1929. Consequently, the actress and her husband had the help of Jan McFarland Cox to revive the home, and now, it is airy and light.
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There are remnants of Curtis’s two children everywhere in the home. She blended elements of an old traditional Mediterranean house with a more contemporary zen aesthetic. The home reflects Curtis and Guest greatly, as they believe the blend between old and new is a part of who they are.
For the children’s book author, the house is also a source of inspiration to create something beautiful. While the couple refurbished the house before moving in, they collaborated with architect Michael B. Lehrer and his wife Mia on renovations and landscape design.
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They first worked on adding bedrooms for their children before renovating the master bedroom and bath. Lehrer then renovated the lower floor, opening the kitchen into a space that has a family area, a place that Curtis calls “the emotional center of the house.”
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She got Cox to create interiors that emphasized the house’s Mediterranean origins. Curtis and Guest are certain they’ve made the house a happy home. Guest once said: “I think it’s like anything: it’s a work in progress. This house is going to keep living.”
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True enough, the actress hangs positive messages through kitchen towels, hanging cloth dividers, and wall art to keep the house lively. Their home’s light and airy feel is accented with timeless wooden pieces that keep the Mediterranean aesthetic.
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The house is nearly 100 years old, and over the years she and her family have accumulated many books and photographs. “It is filled with books and art and photographs and memories and scuff marks and height markings on the wall, covered by a piece of plexiglass, reminding me of my children’s growth and mine,” she wrote.
In a past interview, Curtis revealed that she had a drawer in her house with things she didn’t have time to put away. While the star and Guest built a loving residence, the couple has expressed that they learned the true meaning of “home” from each other. The actress once wrote her husband a song, saying: “I feel safe when I drive up and see that you are home.”
Matthew McConaughey’s Once Humble Home
One reflection of this man’s humbleness is that although Matthew McConaughey grew up in money, he once chose to live in a trailer. Speaking about that time, he said:
“I’ve always loved drivin’. Drivin’ is number one, where I get some time with myself. Number two, it’s the main place I catch up on music. And number three, it’s the best way to see the country. [sic]”
Of course, we could play devil’s advocate and recognize that this trailer, which is true McConaughey fashion is named “The Canoe,” is slightly more luxurious than your average R.V. — complete with a personalized satellite dish and a streamlined kitchen.
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