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A Glimpse into Celebrity Wristwear: The Week's Top Timepieces

October 24
Discover the exquisite timepieces adorning the wrists of the stars, as we delve into the most captivating watch selections from the past week.

Elegance on the Wrist: Celebrities and Their Cherished Horological Creations

Blue Dial Dominance: A Celestial and Icy Allure

The allure of blue-faced watches continues to captivate both artisans and connoisseurs alike, with a recent surge in vibrant shades emanating from Switzerland's finest workshops. This week, several renowned personalities underscored this trend, flaunting their exquisite blue-dial timepieces. Tom Rhys Harries, for instance, graced an event with a Tiffany Eternity featuring its signature Tiffany blue. Corey Gamble, seen courtside, showcased a Patek Philippe Grand Complications Celestial, a now-discontinued masterpiece with a mesmerizing deep blue dial illustrating a rotating sky chart. Meanwhile, Tom Brady was spotted at a stadium sporting a platinum Rolex Land-Dweller, distinguished by its exclusive ice-blue dial, a hue reserved for platinum editions.

Salmon Dials: A Touch of Distinctive Charm

In contrast to the prevalent blue, other celebrities embraced the distinctive charm of salmon-colored dials. While the authenticity of every salmon dial can be debated, their growing popularity in the horological sphere is undeniable. Kevin Hart and Landry Shamet were among those who opted for this unique and increasingly beloved watch aesthetic this week, demonstrating the varied tastes within the celebrity watch-collecting community.

Tom Rhys Harries: The Tiffany & Co. Eternity Statement

Tom Rhys Harries, the rising star of "Clayface," is rapidly making a name for himself in the realm of luxury watches. Following previous appearances with diamond-studded Omega and Chopard timepieces, he recently showcased a stunning iced-out Tiffany & Co. watch at his new horror film's European premiere. This particular model, the Eternity, boasts a 28 mm cushion-shaped white-gold case, lavishly adorned with brilliant-cut diamonds on both the bezel and crown. Further enhancing its opulence, the Tiffany Blue lacquered dial is set with 12 hand-applied diamonds in various cuts. Completing this magnificent piece is a gray calf strap fastened with a diamond-set buckle, totaling 1.63 carats of diamonds, retailing at $39,500.

Chris Pratt: The Vivid Hublot Spirit of Big Bang Tourbillon Orange Sapphire

Chris Pratt brought a splash of color to SiriusXM's Shade 45, wearing a striking Hublot Big Bang Tourbillon. Unveiled at Watches and Wonders in 2022, this 42 mm timepiece is notable for its orange sapphire crystal case, which beautifully frames a skeletonized sapphire dial. At its core, an open-worked tourbillon movement is prominently displayed. The watch is further accented by an orange rubber strap and a titanium clasp, typically trading for upwards of $100,000 on secondary markets like Chrono24.

Landry Shamet: The Elegant Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Monoface Small Seconds ‘Or Deco’

Despite his team's opening night loss, NBA player Landry Shamet's watch choice was a definite win. He arrived for his season opener wearing a Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Monoface Small Seconds “Or Deco.” This model, released in 2025, has become a favorite among A-listers for its subtle yet refined design. The rose-gold reference features a sleek rectangular case, a luxurious Milanese mesh bracelet, and a finely grained dial adorned with a classic railway-style minute track, Dauphine hands, and hand-applied hour markers. This sophisticated timepiece is priced at $47,900.

Kevin Hart: The Avant-Garde Audemars Piguet Royal Oak

Kevin Hart consistently demonstrates his keen eye for contemporary horology, often seen wearing newly released models shortly after their debut. A prime example is his Audemars Piguet Royal Oak, unveiled earlier this year. This innovative 41 mm timepiece features a titanium case, with a bezel and caseback crafted from Bulk Metallic Glass (BMG). Its integrated bracelet also incorporates titanium with BMG links. The watch's centerpiece is a pink gold-toned sunburst dial, complemented by matching subdials and a moon phase indicator at 12 o’clock. Turning the watch over reveals Audemars Piguet's ultra-thin self-winding Calibre 5133 through a sapphire caseback. Pricing for this model is available upon request.

Corey Gamble: The Stellar Patek Philippe Grand Complications Celestial

Corey Gamble added a touch of celestial sparkle courtside at a Lakers-Warriors game with his Patek Philippe Grand Complications Celestial. Launched in 2015, this watch has been recognized by Robb Report as one of the 21st century's most significant Patek Philippe models. The particular example, Ref. 6102P-001, features a 44 mm platinum case and a deep blue dial that showcases a rotating sky chart, providing an exact depiction of the northern hemisphere's night sky, including the Moon's orbital position and phase. Discontinued in February, this extraordinary watch now commands a price significantly above its original retail of $394,000 on the secondary market.

Tom Brady: The Iconic Rolex Land-Dweller

Tom Brady continues to make a stylish statement, not just with his athletic prowess but also with his choice of watch. The renowned retired quarterback was seen sporting a sophisticated Land-Dweller at Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium before a game. This revolutionary timepiece, released at Watches and Wonders in April 2025, boasts a 40 mm case, a distinctive honeycomb dial, a newly designed integrated bracelet, and an ultra-thin Calibre 7135 movement. Incorporating 18 patented innovations, the model is available in 36 or 40 mm sizes, in white Rolesor, Everose gold, or platinum. Brady's platinum version is uniquely identifiable by its exclusive ice-blue dial, a signature feature reserved by Rolex for its platinum creations, retailing for $68,400.

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