Celebrities That Don't & Do Love Sharing The Wealth

If the everyday citizen is more than capable of providing an appropriate tip, there's no reason why rich and famous celebrities shouldn't be able to. We're not asking them to leave behind thousands of dollars, just what's expected! You'll be surprised to learn about these 10 celebrities who have earned themselves the title of being bad tippers and these 10 who continue to prove why fans love them. 

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1. Usher

Known for his velvety voice, catchy tunes, and...bad tipping? We certainly didn't expect to see that as a trait of Usher's! Sadly, many reports online claim that this beloved R&B singer is a terrible tipper, even going as far as only leaving behind autographs. And unfortunately, those aren't going for a whole lot. 

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2. Madonna

Madonna can claim she's a material girl all she wants, but sadly for the rest of us, it appears she isn't down to share in her wealth. There have been many instances online of people coming forward sharing their terrible waiting experience with the pop singer. If you're unlucky, you might not even get a single dollar. 

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3. Britney Spears

Oops, looks like Britney's done it again. Though the singer has impressively stayed in the limelight all these years, not all of the headlines are good; being a bad tipper is one of them. Supposedly walking out after paying for a meal, she completely stiffed her waiter. Now that's just bad behavior, Britney. 

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4. Kendall Jenner

In today's day and age where social media runs rampant, not even the most famous of celebrities can hide from it. Case in point - Kendall Jenner and her poor tipping. After being exposed online for not tipping at a New York bar, let's just say the model definitely got called out for it. With all those gigs, we're sure you could afford a decent tip, Kendall!

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5. Michael Jordan

While Michael Jordan will go down in history as one of the greatest NBA players of all time, we hope he doesn't also make a name for himself as one of the worst celebrity tippers. Because according to many online, this man has got a bad rep for his tipping habits. 

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6. Jennifer Lopez

Uh oh. Jennifer Lopez has certainly created a "mean girl" image over the past couple of years. Many waiters and waitresses have come forth claiming that not only is she difficult to serve, she can also be a pretty poor tipper. While we can't say for certain whether it's true or not, with so many reports of it online, it's hard to say otherwise. 

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7. Laura Dern

Despite her friendly and kind persona on screen, it turns out Laura Dern may be hiding some terrible tipping habits. According to reports online, one waiter came forth to discuss their less than favorable time serving the actress. And what came out of it? A measly tip not even reaching 5%. 

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8. Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson

While The Rock may come across as super personable online, unfortunately, his actions in real life aren't quite matching up. To be more specific, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson has been criticized many times online for his poor tipping behavior. And as one of the highest paying action stars around, we hoped he'd be better than that. 

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9. LeBron James

As the King of Basketball, LeBron James' frugal behavior doesn't quite add up. Although he may have won the hearts of every NBA fan in the country, he certainly loss some points with his bad tipping habits. It's been said that when it comes to tipping waiters, he leaves a lot to be desired. 

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10. Mark Zuckerberg

While Mark Zuckerberg already isn't very favored in the eyes of the public, he isn't helping himself when he makes headlines for being a terrible tipper. With Facebook (or Meta) being as big as it is, we know you've got the funds, Mark. Surely you could leave behind an appropriate tip for the staff. 

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1. David Beckham

While the Beckham family seems to have split articles written about whether they're good or bad tippers, David Beckham himself has received some positive mentions online. Looks like he's good on the field and in the restaurants! Leaving behind huge tips (supposedly one $1000 one at a bar in California), he's certainly someone waiters get excited about serving - and not just for his handsome looks!

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2. Shaquille O'Neal

Not only is Shaquille O'Neal a big man, he's got a big heart too. Known for doing many charitable acts, it seems like he brings that kindness to the restaurants as well. Many waiters and waitresses have commented on his generous tips, making him one celebrity no one has to be worried about serving. 

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3. Gordon Ramsay

Hot temper on the screen but a gentle soul in real life, Gordon Ramsay is definitely very different in reality. There's nothing to fear! While you may seem him at his angriest in shows, keep in mind that that's all for Hollywood. If you ever have the luck of serving him, this man knows how to treat staff right. And as someone who runs multiple restaurants, we'd hope that's the case. 

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4. Harry Styles

After making headlines for leaving a $2020 tip at dinner, Harry Styles quickly made his way onto the list of best celebrity tippers. Now that's definitely a generous amount of money to be giving anyone. 

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5. Taylor Swift

Looks like the Swifties are on to something. As one of the biggest pop stars in the entire world, there's always a little fear that your favorite singer might be a little conceited or rude. But with Taylor Swift, that's not the case! Over the past couple of years, she's repeatedly been praised for her generous tipping habits and respectful behavior. Now that's how you should act as a role model for many!

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6. Rihanna

Rihanna never disappoints her fans - even when she meets them in restaurants. Many articles online will list her as one of the best celebrity tippers thanks to her actions at the Laugh Factory in Los Angeles. Turns out her cool, approachable vibe isn't just for show. 

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7. Drew Barrymore

Drew Barrymore has seriously got that funny, relatable, girl-next-door vibe going for her, and fans will be happy to hear it's not fake. Many reports have praised Drew Barrymore for her amazingly generous tipping. It's been said she frequently tips double the amount of her bill! 

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8. Tom Hanks

We're pretty comfortable with saying everyone loves Tom Hanks. After playing so many lovable roles over the years, like Woody and Forrest Gump, fans were quick to see that he was just as sweet in person. One great example of this is how he acts in restaurants. Not only does he leave behind great tips, he's also been said to be very respectful and kind. 

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9. Amy Schumer

While she's definitely hilarious and knows how to joke around, Amy Schumer has shown she knows when to be serious too. To be more specific, she knows tipping is no joke. There have been multiple accounts shared online where she left behind more than kind tips for her servers.

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10. Chrissy Teigen

Often tipping more than the expected amount, Chrissy Teigen has made a name for herself as a generous tipper. And as far as Hollywood titles go, that's definitely a great one to have! The most popular example is when she left a $1000 tip at an Outback Steakhouse. 

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