Inside Mary J. Blige’s Gorgeous NJ Mansion, J. Lo and Ben Affleck’s Beverly Hills Mega Mansion Gives, Diddy’s Former Mansion With Kim Porter Was Sold, Russell Wilson and Ciara’s Washington Mansion is Beautiful, R. Kelly’s Former Mansion and Other Celebrity Real Estate

Here’s a look at some of the swaggiest celebrity mansions to hit the market in the last year

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Inside Diddy’s Former $7M Mansion Where Model Kim Porter Lived

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Sean “Diddy” Combs, the rap mogul at the center of several ongoing sexual assault lawsuits and a potential Federal trafficking probe, experienced an ever greater hardship just a few years ago before these legal battles began. — Kalyn Womack

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Take a Peek Inside J. Lo and Ben Affleck’s Beverly Hills Mega Mansion

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While rumors swirl about trouble in paradise for Hollywood power couple Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck, fans and haters alike are trying to search for every ounce of evidence that could point to the end of their relationship being near. — Angela Johnson

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A Look Into a Beautiful, Black-Owned Mansion

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If you’re looking to plan a relaxing summer vacation, look no further than The Mansion at Noble Lane. Located in Pennsylvania’s Pocono Mountains, the historic home was restored in 2011 and opened as a beautiful bed and breakfast. — Angela Johnson

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A Look Inside Russell Wilson and Ciara’s $31 Million Washington Mansion

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Russell Wilson and Ciara are one of the most popular and beloved power couples in sports: Wilson was once a star quarterback who excited NFL fans everywhere, and Ciara is a pop star who has enjoyed a consistent and fruitful career for more than 20 years. It makes sense that they want a home fit for a king and queen. — Noah A. McGee

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A Peek Inside Rapper Rick Ross’ Luxurious Miami Mansion

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Rick Ross is not one to hide his wealth. Just look at his massive Atlanta property and you’ll know what we mean. His home in Miami is no different. — Noah A. McGee

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Tasteful or Tacky? Alfre Woodard’s Newly Listed $2M Santa Monica Mansion is a Must-See

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Remember in Tyler Perry’s “The Family That Preys” when Alfre Woodard’s character is revealed to have a millions-worth stock in a company? Her daughter says, “Mama! You ain’t tell us you was a millionaire!” — Kalyn Womack

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Tasteful or Tacky? Peek Inside Mary J. Blige’s Gorgeous NJ Mansion

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— Kalyn Womack

R&B queen Mary J. Blige bought a mansion in the luxurious neighborhood of Saddle River, New Jersey back in 2008 at a whopping $12 million. However, after putting it back on the market, it took eight years to sell, per Hello! Magazine. Read More

Inside Nelly’s Abandoned, Mysterious Missouri Mansion

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This month, groups of TikTokers found their way into Grammy-winning rapper Nelly’s abandoned mansion in his home state of Missouri. — Amira Castilla

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Tasteful or Tacky? A Look Inside Shaquille O’Neal’s Recently Sold $11 Million Florida Mansion

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NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal’s storied career embodies an athlete that is literally larger than life on and off the court. With the Lakers, and with a lot of help from Kobe Bryant, he shined like a superhero in the game and entertained fans with his antics outside of the game. — Noah A. McGee

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Tasteful or Tacky? A Peek Inside Michael Jordan’s Huge Mansion

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There are homes fit for a king or queen, and then there are homes fit for the greatest basketball player of all time, Michael Jordan. The legendary Chicago Bulls player has been trying to sell his mansion in Highland Park, Illinois for a while—12 years to be exact. — Noah A. McGee

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Would You Live in R. Kelly’s Newly Listed $3 Million ‘Chocolate Factory’ Mansion? A Look Inside

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As R. Kelly spends his 57th birthday today in prison, his former four-acre, 19-room estate in Chicago is now on the market for $3.5 million. The latest owner of the home, Rudolph Isley of The Isley Brothers, passed away in October 2023, leading his wife to sell the home. — Amira Castilla

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A Mansion From One of Tyler Perry’s Most Popular Movies Was Just Sold for Millions

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Y’all remember the mansion from Tyler Perry’s 2006 film, “Diary of a Mad Black Woman?” Of course, you do. How could you forget the hideous way Charles McCarter (Steve Harris) treated Helen Simmons-McCarter (Kimberly Elise) — or the sweet revenge that Helen exacted by the film’s conclusion? — Noah A. McGee

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Brooklyn’s Infamous Bishop Allegedly Faked Bank Documents To Buy NJ Mansion

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The plot thickens with the elusive Bishop Lamor Whitehead who apparently just can’t stay out of the headlines. His latest alleged grift includes faking bank documents to finance his New Jersey mansion. Several outlets, including Entrepreneur and the New York Post, have reported details of the supposed shady dealings. — Candace McDuffie

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Black Lives Matter Tries To Explain The Millions And That Mansion

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On Thursday, the three leaders of Black Lives Matter Global Network Foundation addressed the controversy that has surrounded the organization over the last month. When it was revealed in April by New York Magazine that BLM founder Patrisse Cullors secretly purchased a $5.8 million mansion in Southern California, outraged quickly ensued. In an effort of transparency, the 990s were posted on the Black Lives Matter foundation website. — Candace McDuffie

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Beyoncé and Jay-Z’s Probably Haunted, Definitely Cursed Louisiana Mansion Is for Sale

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Everything they own in a box to the left? Not quite, but just in time for spooky season, Beyoncé and Jay-Z are listing their gothic 13,300 square-foot, 95-year-old New Orleans mansion, the church-turned-ballet school-turned-celebrity residence also known as La Casa de Castille. — Maiysha Kai

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He Built Her the Mansion They Couldn’t Afford: Kanye West Reconstructs Childhood Home for Chicago Donda Listening Party

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Somehow we still don’t have a release date for Donda, but we do have yet another listening party. At this point, Kanye may not even need to drop the album as he’s played it for the public so many times. But yes, still talking about Donda and though it’s been a few weeks now since the Chicago rapper announced his 10th studio album, the release date has moved at least fifty-leven times — Bella Morais

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