By Michelle Smith

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You might look to Madonna for music tips or Barack Obama for inspiration. But would you turn to these rich and famous folks for financial advice?

Not only do many of your favorite celebs invest in the stock market, but they also make some surprising choices when deciding where their money goes. While some of those investments pay off, others leave these rich folks' wallets a few dollars lighter.

Click ahead for some surprising investments made by millionaires and billionaires, along with details on why they ponied up their cash.