No matter which names are announced when the envelopes open at the Oscars, one thing is guaranteed for many — a lavish gift bag. This year’s selection of goodies was worth an estimated $126K and took nominees multiple suitcases to transport all of the items. The most expensive inclusions were:
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$9K: A three-night stay at the Faro Punta Imperatore Lighthouse in Ischia, Italy for the nominee and up to seven friends, with an option to include a yacht trip to Capri.
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$10K: Beautifying procedures and products, such as rejuvenation treatments, facials, oxygen-rich makeup, and Botox.
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$40K: The most expensive item is a trip to a 10-acre estate just outside Ottawa, Canada as part of the “Lifestyle Getaway,” and includes the use of ultra-fancy cars like the 2023 McLaren Artura during the stay.
Unfortunately. not everyone wins a gift bag — only nominees up for awards in the four main acting categories and Best Director.
The IRS gets excited about the gifts, too. Anything that celebrities accept or redeem is considered taxable income, meaning the IRS is one of the night’s big winners as well.