Allende calls Tesla purchase before divorce "stupid."

Author Isabel Allende has admitted that purchasing a £75,000 Tesla for her husband shortly before their divorce was a poor financial decision. She described the purchase as a "stupid investment." The Chilean-American author, known for her novels, made the comment in an interview discussing her financial experiences. Allende, whose books have sold over 88 million copies, also shared insights on her upbringing and money management. Allende, now 82, has faced financial challenges throughout her life, including after fleeing Chile. She currently resides in California and plans to leave some of her wealth to a foundation in memory of her daughter.