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Elizabeth Taylor & Richard Burton

Settlement: $1M

Cost/Day: $266

Married:
1964
Divorced:
1974
Duration:
10 years

The Story

They divorced, remarried, then divorced again. Hollywood's ultimate love saga.

Who Were the Couple?

Elizabeth Taylor built a multi-billion-dollar fortune in Entertainment / Film, married to Richard Burton who was involved in public and charitable work.

How the Wealth Was Built

The couple's assets included company shares, real estate, and other investments.

Timeline of the Marriage

The couple was married from 1964 to 1974, 10 years in total.

Divorce Settlement Details

The divorce settlement consisted of equity in MCL Films, real estate holdings, and long-term financial support.

Why the Settlement Was So Large

The absence of a prenuptial agreement contributed to the size of the settlement.

Impact on Businesses or Assets

The settlement transferred substantial shares of MCL Films, slightly reducing Elizabeth Taylor's ownership.

Properties & Assets

Key properties and assets transferred in the divorce included Cash, jewellery, film royalties.

Interesting Facts

No prenuptial agreement was reported, contributing to the high settlement.

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