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Most Expensive Celebrity Weddings
While the typical American couple will spend on average roughly $26,800 for their nuptials, A-list brides can easily shell out that much for the gown alone. These superstar couples spared no expense when tying the knot. Their venues are extraordinary, the gowns designer and the guest list stacked with red carpet regulars.
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Entertainer Liza Minnelli and Producer David Gest
Estimated cost: $3.5 million
Where: New York City's Marble Collegiate Church
When: March 2002
Extravagence: Backed by a 60-piece orchestra, Tony Bennett entertained VIPs, who feasted on a 12-tier wedding cake and received personalized favors encased in satin candy boxes embossed "Liza and David 4 Ever."
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Paul McCartney and Model/Activist Heather Mills
Estimated cost: $3 million
Where: St. Salvador's Church in Monaghan, Ireland
When: June 2002
Extravagence: The Indian-themed party featured dancers in authentic Indian dress and a vegetarian feast. Fireworks capped off the night.
Status: The pair are in the midst of divorcing.
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Actors Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes
Estimated cost: $2 million
Where: Italy's 15th-century Odescalchi Castle outside Rome.
When: November 2006
Extravagence: Holmes wore an off-the-shoulder ivory silk gown personally designed by Giorgio Armani. Guests were treated to a five-tiered white chocolate wedding cake covered with marzipan roses.
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Christina Aguilera and Music Executive Jordan Brat
Estimated cost: $2 million
Where: Napa Valley's Staglin Family Vineyard
When: November 2005
Extravagence: Expenses included a $3,500-a-night suite at the Auberge du Soleil, Aguilera's Spanish-style Christian Lacroix gown, and a winter-themed tent filled with white roses, silver drapery and dangling crystals.
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Donald Trump and Model Melania Knauss
Estimated cost: $1 million
Where: Bethesda by the Sea Episcopalian Church in Palm Beach
When: January 2005
Extravagence: Knauss wore a Christian Dior gown made from 300 feet of satin beaded with 1,500 crystals, punctuated by a 50-pound train. The event featured a 36-piece orchestra.
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