From Shaq to Scandal: The Unfiltered Story of Star Island
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Welcome to ALL IN Miami, where we uncover the stories behind the glitz. And today’s destination? None other than Star Island—Miami Beach’s glittering sanctuary of billionaires, celebrities, and, well… sometimes federal agents.
In this episode, I dive into the sandy origins of this man-made paradise, Carl Fisher’s audacious dream, and how Star Island became the place where the world’s elite go to live, flex, and occasionally get a little messy. From Shaq to Sean “Diddy” Combs, Gloria Estefan to Jennifer Lopez, you’ll hear who bought what, who tore down historic mansions, and who stirred up controversy—whether it’s a Real Housewives demolition or an eyebrow-raising federal raid.
But it’s not all scandals and scandalous real estate. There’s deep history, iconic architecture, record-breaking sales, and that always-present tension between privacy and fame. Whether you’re into historic homes, mega-mansion arms races, or just juicy celebrity tea, this episode brings Star Island into full, fabulous focus.
If you ever want to buy or sell a property anywhere in the world, our team would be honored to help get you to your next destination.
Until next time, stay curious, stay hungry, and as always… stay ALL IN!
Amit Bhuta
COMPASS
ALL IN Miami Group
Licensed Real Estate Agent
(305) 439-3031 Mobile
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ALLinMiami.com
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