Larry King Asking $17M for Beverly Hills Mansion in Midst of 7th Divorce

The seventh time was not the charm for Larry King, who recently filed to divorce his soon-to-be seventh ex-wife after nearly 22 years of marriage. In the midst of the split, the 85-year-old broadcaster is listing his longtime Beverly Hills mansion, asking $16.995 million for the 10,000-square-foot, seven-bedroom mansion.

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King’s Castle

Larry King and wife Shawn Southwick were wed in 1997 and about a decade later purchased this luxurious home in the heart of Beverly Hills, paying a reported $11.75 million at the time.

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A ‘Big Step’

Gossip site TMZ reports, that King doesn’t want to be caught up in a lengthy, protracted divorce and that selling the home is “a big step in reaching a divorce settlement as quickly and smoothly as possible.”

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Tuscan Estate

According to the home’s listing, the “stunning remodelled Tuscan estate” boasts seven bedrooms and nine bathrooms within 10,810 square feet of interior living space.

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Grand Entrance

The home’s grand entrance is indicative of the overstated opulence within.

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Skylit Foyer

The soaring double-height entry foyer is lit by a huge round skylight from which dangles a chandelier. A pair of curved staircases wind their way to the second level.

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Italian Finishes

According to the listing, the home has been tricked out with imported Italian limestone, tile and Venetian plaster, in addition to being outfitted with “state-of-the-art technology throughout.”

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Living Room

The formal living room is located directly off the foyer, outfitted with plush sofas surrounding the fireplace.

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Dining Room

The spacious dining room is bright and airy, ideal for entertaining or holiday celebrations.

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Family Room

The sprawling wood-panelled family room features a dignified coffered ceiling overhead and inlaid wood flooring, with built-in bookcases on either side of the arched entry leading to a games nook that includes its own wet bar.

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Gourmet Kitchen

According to the listing, the “gourmet kitchen” boasts top-of-the-line appliances, including two dishwashers, commercial-grade range with two separate ovens and an integrated refrigerator discreetly hidden behind wood panelling.

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Breakfast Nook

Adjacent to the kitchen, yet within its own dedicated space, sits this bright and sunny breakfast nook, overlooking the backyard gardens.

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Master Suite

The spacious master suite, located on the upper level, is the largest of the home’s seven bedrooms

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Sitting Area

The master bedroom also features a separate sitting room with a fireplace, in addition to two bathrooms.

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Master Bath

One of the two master bathrooms, this one features a recessed jetted tub.

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Other Master Bath

The larger of the two master bathrooms features this spectacular multi-person jetted tub surrounded by banks of windows.

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Fitness Centre

The new owner won’t need a gym membership in order to work up a sweat, thanks to this fully equipped fitness room.

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Second-Storey Patio

Accessed via the home’s second storey, this private patio offers a tranquil outdoor space, overlooking the backyard pool deck.

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Backyard Bliss

Stone columns flank this arched loggia accessed from the home’s interior via multiple French doors, with steps leading to the manicured grounds and gardens.