Jeff Goldblum, Dwayne Johnson, and Oscar Isaac Lead a New Wave of Celebrity Watch Spotting
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A growing number of high-profile figures are making bold statements on the red carpet – and on their wrists. From Jeff Goldblum’s audacious ensembles to Dwayne Johnson’s classic tastes, a fascinating trend is emerging: celebrities are increasingly using luxury watches as integral components of their personal style. This week offered a particularly compelling showcase, with several stars debuting noteworthy timepieces alongside their carefully curated outfits.
Goldblum’s “Wizard of Oz” Inspired Look and a $118,000 Jacob & Co.
Jeff Goldblum continues to defy conventional style norms, and his recent premiere appearance was no exception. At the New York City premiere of Wicked: For Good, Goldblum sported a bespoke teal Prada coat, olive-green waistcoat, and pea-green poplin dress shirt – a combination that, on paper, might seem challenging. However, Goldblum effortlessly pulled off the look, accessorizing with a horological masterpiece: a Brilliant Pocket Watch Pendant from Jacob & Co.
“Like Goldblum, the timepiece is unlike anything else out there,” the source material notes. The watch itself boasts a 42.5mm 18K rose gold case, set with brilliant-cut diamonds, and a transparent dial revealing the skeletonized Jacob & Co. hand-wound Caliber JCAM01. The design creates the illusion of floating components, a testament to the brand’s innovative approach.
Interestingly, Goldblum’s outfit drew direct inspiration from the Wizard’s costume in the original 1939 film, The Wizard of Oz. His stylist, Andrew T. Vottero, coordinated a custom Prada jacket based on Frank Morgan’s original attire, and the $118,000 pocket watch served as the perfect finishing touch.
Dwayne Johnson’s Affinity for Complete Calendar Watches
Dwayne Johnson demonstrated his appreciation for horological complexity with the new Golden Hour Villeret Quantième Complet from Blancpain. This 40.4 mm red gold dress watch, from the maker of the famed Fifty Fathoms, is a “complete calendar” – displaying the day, date, month, and moonphase. While annual and perpetual calendars are more common due to their complexity, Johnson’s choice highlights a preference for this relatively rare complication, which requires manual adjustment at the end of each month.
Oscar Isaac and the Timeless Appeal of Breitling
Oscar Isaac opted for a classic this week, wearing the Breitling Navitimer B01 Chronograph 43. This modern iteration of the famed pilot’s chronograph retains the hallmarks of the original 1950s design, including a round stainless steel case (upsized to 43 mm) and a black dial with a triple-register chronograph layout. The signature slide rule bezel, used for on-the-fly calculations, underscores the watch’s utilitarian origins.
From Elvis to Combs: A Legacy on the Wrist
Luke Combs showcased a watch with a remarkable backstory at the CMAs. The country crooner wore a simple, gold-filled Omega dress watch believed to have been purchased at auction and previously owned by Elvis Presley, gifted to him by Johnny Cash. A caseback engraving – “To E From J Jan 8 1969” – adds to the watch’s allure, confirmed by watch researcher Nick Gould. Though not explicitly labeled a “Seamaster,” the watch shares characteristics with that model family, launched in 1948.
Jeremy Allen White’s Vintage-Inspired Louis Vuitton
Jeremy Allen White embraced a reissued style at the 16th Annual Governors Awards, sporting the new Louis Vuitton Monterey. Based on the LVI and LVII models from 1988, the watch features a pocket watch-inspired 39 mm 18K yellow gold case, a white grand feu enamel dial, and an automatic movement from La Fabrique du Temps, acquired by Louis Vuitton in 2011. Its blend of vintage and contemporary aesthetics embodies the brand’s current design philosophy.
These recent celebrity sightings underscore a growing trend: the luxury watch is no longer merely a timekeeping device, but a powerful statement of personal style and a reflection of individual taste. .
