Pierce Brosnan and his wife, Keely Shaye Brosnan, are contemplating the sale of their Malibu beachfront property, a home they have cherished for over two decades. In a recent interview with The Times, published on 11 September, the esteemed actor revealed their concerns regarding natural disasters, particularly the frequent wildfires that plague the region. These apprehensions have contributed to their decision to consider parting with a residence that has held significant personal value for their family.
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The couple purchased the property in 2000, shortly before their wedding. Over the years, they raised their two sons, Dylan, who is now 29, and Paris, aged 25, within its walls. However, with both children now having moved out, the Brosnans find themselves spending more time at their cottage in Kauai, Hawaii, which Keely has called home. Reflecting on their Malibu residence, Brosnan, now 73, shared, “We’ve been spared by the fires a few times now. But I think it’s time to move. Everything changes; everything falls apart.”
Brosnan elaborated on the hazards of living in such a scenic yet precarious area. “We live by this body of earth’s water on a fault in a ring of earthquakes,” he noted, pointing to the ocean. “That creates a fear.” The earthquakes and fires in the area have prompted a shift in their thoughts around their long-standing home.
Previously, in 2020, the couple listed their expansive family home for a staggering £100 million but later decided to withdraw it from the market. The residence, often described as resembling a ‘James Bond fever dream’ due to its luxurious features, boasts five bedrooms, 14 bathrooms, a spa, and a home cinema. It was custom-built after the couple demolished a small ranch-style house that originally occupied the site, channeling inspiration from their travels in Thailand during the filming of Brosnan’s 1997 Bond film, *Tomorrow Never Dies*.
Brosnan referred to Keely, aged 62, as “a powerhouse of a woman,” praising her strength and their shared life together. Amid the changing landscape of their lives and friendships in Malibu, Brosnan expressed the reality of financial concerns. He acknowledged their social circle shrinking over the years, stating, “There have been doldrums… I have to pay the mortgage. There are school fees. There are definite moments of, oh, this boat is not quite sinking, but [it might] if we don’t get a job soon.”
As the couple contemplates their next move, they reflect on their solitude in Malibu. “I think the two of us are somewhat reclusive,” he observed. “We have a small circle of friends here, but people get divorced, they die, they move on. And we’re still here.” This sentiment perhaps encapsulates their feeling of being somewhat out of place in an ever-changing community that once held a very different social dynamic.
The couple’s attachment to the land is profound. They acquired the two plots in 2000 for a total of around £5.6 million, an investment that has resulted in a beloved family space over the years. Brosnan has often remarked on the unique appeal of both Malibu and Hawaii; he described Maui as a place that “has my heart,” indicating a profound connection to their Hawaiian cottage, which includes “a little three-bedroom cottage at the end of the road” and a yurt where he engages in painting.
As they stand at this crossroads, the Brosnans nurture a desire to embrace change and exploration. Pierce expressed in a previous interview his belief that it might be time to ‘move on’ from Malibu, suggesting that their experiences in Hawaii might offer them a fresh and enriching way of life moving forward. “Home is very much here in the islands,” he stated, reinforcing the emotional ties that connect them to Hawaii.
As they contemplate the future and what it may hold, Pierce Brosnan and Keely Shaye Brosnan’s journey reflects the complexities of family life, natural beauty, and the need for security in an uncertain world. Their Malibu residence has served as a canvas for a significant portion of their lives, but the prospect of selling may open new doors for discovery and growth as they navigate this next chapter together.