Celebrity watch collections include some of the finest luxury timepieces and they adorn the wrists of the world’s biggest personalities.
Spotting high-end timepieces in Hollywood just hits differently. From the red carpet to everyday wear, celebrities have long been known for their impeccable taste in timepieces, and you best believe we’ll be taking a closer look at some of the best watches money can buy. From the extravagant timepiece choices of stars like Saltburn sensation Barry Keoghan, heartthrob Jacob Elordi, and multitalented artist John Mayer, it’s hard to ignore the glitzy world of collectible watches on celebrities. Whether you’re a seasoned luxury watch collector or just starting a watch collection, here are some of the finest fashion finds in men’s horology.
Luxury Watches On Celebrities
You can sort of tell which celebrities are really into watches because, well, they wear a ton of different styles on the daily hence they don’t shy away from showing off their wrist game. As you scroll through, it’s impossible to cover every single item in each celebrity’s vast collection, but we’ll spotlight the ones that really catch the eye. Here are some we’re drooling over at the moment.
Watches Spotted on Famous Male Actors
Barry Keoghan’s Watch Collection
Barry Keoghan, the rising star from Saltburn and brand ambassador for Burberry, is not just making headlines for his freaky roles and romance with Sabrina Carpenter; his impressive collection of watches is also turning heads. Known for his love of bold and powerful timepieces, as revealed by his stylist Ilaria Urbinati, Barry’s watch game is on point. Among his favorites are the IWC Pilot’s Watch Chronograph Top Gun Edition “Lake Tahoe” and the Omega Seamaster, of which he seems to own several. At the 2024 Golden Globes, he made a statement with his dazzling Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra adorned with nearly 400 diamonds. Not one to shy away from luxury, Barry has also been seen sporting the Omega De Ville Tresor Moonshine Gold, embellished with 768 diamonds, and the Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph.
Watches Worn By Jacob Elordi Austin Butler
Jacob Elordi and Austin Butler, both admired heartthrobs, share a common passion for the iconic Cartier Tank. As radiating “classic Hollywood leading man” vibes, these two stars rank high in the world of watches. For instance, on the Today show, Jacob Elordi flaunted the elegant Cartier Tank Must, while on Saturday Night Live (SNL), he dazzled audiences with the timeless Cartier Tank Louis, featuring a gold case and a sleek black lacquered dial. Rumor has it that his affinity for Cartier may be influenced by director Sofia Coppola, with whom he worked on the film Priscilla. Adding to his collection, Elordi has been spotted in Saltburn sporting a vintage Rolex Bubbleback from the 1950s, a true heirloom piece.
Similarly, Austin Butler has been seen sporting the coveted Cartier Tank Louis with variations in dial color, including red and opaline. As a Cartier brand ambassador, Butler’s ownership of an impressive Cartier watch collection comes as no surprise. Among his treasures is the limited edition Cartier Tank Must, featuring an all-black design introduced in 2021 to celebrate the reopening of the Geneva Cartier boutique. He also possesses the Tank Cintree, released as a limited edition to mark Cartier’s 100th anniversary of the Tank. Embracing the trend of two-tone metals, Butler also sports a two-tone Rolex Datejust, adding a touch of versatility to his watch repertoire.
Watches on Timothee Chalamet
Timothee Chalamet’s watch collection is truly striking. From the dazzling diamond-studded Cartier Crash he flaunted at this year’s Golden Globes alongside girlfriend Kylie Jenner to his Cartier Tank, Cartier Panthere, Rolex Day-Date, and JLC Reverso, the Dune star doesn’t skimp on luxury timepieces. As a Cartier ambassador, Timothee proudly showcases the finest watches from the brand, earning recognition as a trendsetter among Hollywood’s rising watch enthusiasts. His Cartier Panthere watch, a favorite among “It” girls, exemplifies his boundary-pushing style, effortlessly worn during various occasions from casual outings to press events.
In 2018, before the pandemic, Timothee made a splash on the red carpet for Call Me By Your Name, opting for the Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso. This classic model reflects the elegance of the Art Deco era and features a reversible case originally crafted to safeguard British Army officers’ watches during polo matches.
Watches on Jeremy Allen
He may still be stopping people in their tracks thanks to his viral Calvin Klein ad. But Jeremy Allen White, known for his role in the hit show The Bear, has caught the attention of watch enthusiasts with his taste in timepieces. As of late, he made a stylish statement at the Emmys sporting a Vacheron Constantin watch, adding a touch of sophistication to his red carpet look.
Beyond his television appearances, Jeremy has also been instrumental in reviving interest in the iconic Bulgari watch from the 70s and 80s, known as the Bulgari Bulgari. This style has been revived and recently showcased at LVMH’s watch week in Miami earlier this year.
The Watches Mark Wahlberg Wears
American actor, Mark Wahlberg, known for his disciplined lifestyle that includes early morning workouts, is also renowned for his impressive collection of ultra-luxury watches. Among his prized possessions are Rolex and Patek Philippe timepieces, showcasing his penchant for high-quality and highly collectible watches.
Wahlberg’s personal watch collection includes a Patek Philippe Grand Complications 6300G Grandmaster Chime Double-faced Blue Dial, a rainbow Rolex Daytona in yellow gold, a Rolex Day-Date with diamonds and emeralds, a Patek Philippe 5968G Aquanaut Flyback Chronograph with a blue dial, a Tiffany Patek Philippe Nautilus (arguably the Holy Grail of luxury watches), a Rolex GMT Master II with a meteorite dial and so much more. He doesn’t shy away from the bougie and bold when it comes to watches.
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Watches Seen On Tyler, the Creator
Tyler, the Creator, known for his artistic prowess and collaborating with Louis Vuitton on a new collection, naturally has a special fondness for vintage watches. His admiration for vintage is evident in his selection of timepieces, including the Cartier Tank, Crash, Coulissant, Santos, Baignoire, Must De Cartier Tank, Obus, Petit Cylindre, and Tank Louis Cartier. With a variety of shapes and dial designs, from rectangular to circular, Tyler ensures he has a watch suitable for every occasion.
Drake’s Watch Collection
Drake, known for his lavish tastes, may be collecting Birkins for himself and his future wife, but he also has a keen appreciation for ultra-luxurious watches. With a collection boasting top names in the watch industry like AP, Patek Philippe, Rolex, and Hublot, Drake’s wrist game is on another level. His admiration for Gerald Genta designs shines through, particularly his love for the Royal Oak masterpiece from Audemars Piguet.
Watches Worn by Jay Z
We’ll shoot this straight. Jay Z wears a Hublot Big Bang worth $5 million. At the 2019 Shawn Carter Foundation Gala, Jay-Z wore his rose gold Rolex Daytona featuring a chocolate-colored dial. The rapper was seen rocking a vintage yellow gold Patek Philippe Nautilus 3800 adorned with brilliant-cut diamonds. And a really cool find is the sleek All Black Ceramic Open Work Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar 26585CE he was wearing at DJ Khaled’s Walk of Fame Ceremony earlier in 2022; he absolutely caught everyone’s eye wearing that.
John Mayer’s Collection of Watches
Many people may not know this but John Mayer is actually a serious watch aficionado. Famously seen devoutly with his Rolex Daytona “Panda” in fact, talk is that he was one of the first people to wear it. Aside from that (if we can say “aside”), John Mayer’s watch collection features a remarkable variety of both modern and vintage timepieces from a diverse array of brands such as Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet, and Panerai.
Watches on Famous Athletes
Watches on LeBron James
The Los Angeles Lakers forward is a big fan of Audemars Piguet watches. LeBron loves them so much that he even has a timepiece named after him – the Royal Oak Offshore LeBron James. Plus, he also owns the Offshore Tourbillon model.
Another notable watch moment: At the premiere of his movie Space Jam: A New Legacy, James spiced up his look with a colorful Rolex Datejust Pearlmaster 39. The Oyster Perpetual Datejust Pearlmaster (ref. 86348SABLV) boasts a fresh 39mm size, combining yellow gold with colorful gemstones and featuring an olive green dial. Swooning.
Connor McGregor Watch Collection
Connor McGregor, the renowned Irish professional wrestler and martial artist, caught attention sporting the elegant Patek Philippe Nautilus 5980/1R, a stunning 18k rose gold watch with a gradient black dial. At a fancy dinner hosted by Caroline Scheufele, Co-President and Artistic Director of Chopard, in Cannes, McGregor was spotted wearing the Chopard L.U.C. Quattro Tourbillon. Another standout piece is his Rolex Yacht Master II 116688, adding to his impressive watch collection.
Celebrity watch collections are nothing short of extravagant. Which styles do you prefer?
