Ronald Harwood: Aside from a property, what is the most expensive thing you have bought?

Aside from a property, what is the most expensive thing you have bought?

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The Guardian, to a different person each week, The Q&A

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Recorded Ronald Harwood said elsewhere, not written here

A Mercedes S Class.

The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 5 November 2016 source ↗

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Rosanna Arquette American actress

A ring I bought at Reinstein Ross for myself after a big break-up. It was kind of shallow.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 7 August 2021 source ↗

Paul O'Grady British comedian, actor and television presenter

I had a midlife crisis and paid 70 grand for a Morgan AeroMax which looked just like Cruella de Vil’s car. I was in a permanent state of terror and soon sold it.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 27 November 2021 source ↗

Reggie Yates British actor and media personality

I bought all my siblings signet rings and pendants with my family crest on. There are a lot of us.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 11 November 2017 source ↗

Michelle Visage

I spend my money on vintage eyewear. I have a massive collection.

Recorded The Q&A, The Guardian, 20 January 2024 source ↗

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