This week, celebrity news was relatively subdued, with a lack of major parties, film festivals, or high-profile concerts. However, our favorite stars still showcased some impressive timepieces. Drake celebrated his birthday in Houston, flaunting not one but two stunning Jacob & Co. watches. Mark Wahlberg shared his sauna experience at home with a newly acquired Patek Philippe Cubitus, although he took it off before stepping into the heat. Meanwhile, Burna Boy was seen court-side at a Lakers game in Los Angeles, sporting a remarkable Richard Mille watch.
In other sightings, Lionel Messi posted a photo wearing an Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar Openworked “Cactus Jack.” Peyton Manning covered NFL games wearing his Panerai GoldTech. Eddie Redmayne was spotted heading to “Jimmy Kimmel Live” in an Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Shades. Finally, Irish actor Paul Mescal was seen in Australia, showcasing a vintage Cartier Baignoire.
Let’s delve deeper into this week’s standout watches.
Burna Boy: Richard Mille RM11-03
Nigerian music star Burna Boy attended a game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Sacramento Kings, sporting his Richard Mille RM11-03. Although only a small portion of the watch was visible, the prominent yellow crown, chronograph pushers, and the distinctive rose gold tonneau-shaped case were unmistakable. The RM11-03 features an open-worked flyback chronograph powered by RMAC3, which includes a Grade 5 titanium baseplate and bridges for enhanced rigidity. In addition to its chronograph capabilities, this watch offers a 60-minute countdown timer, a 12-hour totalizer, an oversized date display, a month indicator, and a variable-geometry rotor.
Drake: Jacob & Co. Five Time Zones
Rapper Drake celebrated his birthday in Houston, showcasing two vintage Jacob & Co. Five Time Zone watches from 2004. On his right wrist, he wore a paved watch featuring a diamond dial with vibrant primary colors, complemented by a yellow alligator strap. On his left wrist, he sported a Diamond Accents dial in soft pastels on a blue alligator strap. Both timepieces are 47mm and part of Jacob & Co.’s Five Time Zone collection, launched in 2002. This inaugural collection is designed to indicate five different time zones, combining aesthetic appeal with practicality for artists on tour.
Lionel Messi: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar Openworked “Cactus Jack”
Lionel Messi shared a photo of himself donning an Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar Openworked “Cactus Jack.” This exquisite piece was developed in collaboration with hip-hop artist Travis Scott and his brand, Cactus Jack. Encased in a unique 41mm brown ceramic case—a first for Audemars Piguet—the watch features several design elements inspired by Travis Scott’s handwriting. The “Chocolate AP” is referenced in Scott’s song “Meltdown” from his latest album, Utopia. This limited collection comprises only 200 pieces, perfectly aligning with Messi’s exceptional taste in watches.
Mark Wahlberg: Patek Philippe Cubitus
Actor Mark Wahlberg was seen enjoying a sauna session this week while wearing the newly launched Patek Philippe Cubitus. He made sure to remove the watch before going in, showcasing the Reference 5821/1A. This model, which marks Patek Philippe’s first new collection in 25 years, comes in stainless steel with a ribbed olive-green dial that indicates the time and date. Watch enthusiasts will appreciate that it is powered by Caliber 26-330 S C, featuring a stop-seconds mechanism, allowing precise setting to the exact second.
Peyton Manning: Panerai Goldtech
Former NFL quarterback Peyton Manning was spotted on television during his show “Best of Monday Night Football with Peyton and Eli,” wearing a 44mm Panerai Goldtech from the Luminor Marina collection. This timepiece is crafted from a unique gold alloy developed by Panerai’s Laboratorio di Idee, which contains a high percentage of copper (24%) combined with platinum (0.4%). This composition not only enhances the watch’s distinctive color but also improves its mechanical and oxidation resistance. Powered by Panerai’s in-house automatic movement, it features a deep blue sandwich dial with a sunray finish. Manning was not alone in his appreciation for Panerai this week; Howie Long was also spotted wearing a Panerai Luminor during a broadcast on Fox NFL.
Eddie Redmayne: Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Shades
British actor Eddie Redmayne, known for his Oscar-winning role as Stephen Hawking, was seen in Los Angeles heading to “Jimmy Kimmel Live” while wearing an Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Shades. This watch features a terracotta dial made from lacquered brass, sunbrushed from the center. Housed in a 38mm stainless steel case, it is powered by Omega’s renowned Co-Axial Master Chronometer movement, which is self-winding, magnetic-resistant up to 15,000 gauss, and has a power reserve of 55 hours. As a long-time Omega enthusiast, Redmayne recently became an official ambassador for the brand, so expect to see more of Omega on his wrist.
Paul Mescal: Cartier Baignoire
Irish actor Paul Mescal made headlines in Australia during the premiere of “Gladiator II.” While taking selfies with fans outside the theater, he wore a vintage Cartier Baignoire from the 1970s, crafted in yellow gold with a black strap. This isn’t the first time Mescal has been seen with a vintage Cartier; he has previously worn various mini Cartier Tank watches at recent events. Vintage Cartier pieces have gained popularity lately, with prices varying significantly. A new yellow gold Cartier Baignoire can be purchased for approximately $6,900.
Overall, even in a quieter week for celebrity events, the stars continued to shine bright with their luxurious timepieces, showcasing a mix of classic elegance and cutting-edge design.
