Back when MTV was the epicenter of pop culture, MTV Cribs gave us the ultimate backstage pass, not to concerts, but to celebrity homes. From sprawling mansions to outrageous car collections and bizarre home decor choices.
MTV Cribs turned the living of the rich and famous into must-see TV. It wasn’t just about the money, it was about personality, style, and sometimes pure absurdity, ‘cause really who needs that many shoes or cars?
Every episode was a chance to see how some of our faves really lived, and often, it was even weirder or wilder than we imagined. They delivered unforgettable, over-the-top moments that we still think about today. Let’s revisit the best of them.
1
Naomi Campbell’s meditation room
All white and peaceful.
2
Tony Hawk’s private skate park
Backyards are overrated.
3
JoJo’s Bedroom with posters of herself
Peak teen star energy.
4
Nelly’s walk-in closet
Bigger than most apartments, full of sneakers and jerseys.
5
Aaron Carter’s candy-themed mansion
A kid star’s fever dream.
6
Robbie Williams’ tiki bar room
A tropical escape with a personal bartender.
7
Redman’s cluttered apartment
Lightbulbs missing, dollar bills in a shoebox. No mansion, just vibes.
8
The Osbournes’ trophy room
Odd trophies, gothic decor, and random trinkets.
9
Ying Yang Twins’ rented crib reveal
They admitted they hadn’t even seen the house before filming.
10
Shaquille O’Neal’s superman shrine
The man was committed.
11
Lil Wayne’s recording studio
In his bedroom closet, where the magic happens. Literally.
12
50 Cent’s fridge full of Vitamin Water
He was already hustling.
13
Destiny’s Child’s matching Louis Vuitton
Luggage, furniture, walls, you name it, they had it.
14
T-Pain’s recording studio
Neon lights, poles and beats.
15
Mariah Carey’s glamorous bathtub
And a closet that could rival a department store.
16
Snoop Dogg’s “snooper market”
His own mini convenience store inside the house.
17
Missy Elliott’s gold-plated everything
Including a golden trash can even.
