Shelly Powell+FollowAnthony Hopkins’ Hamptons home deal unravelsAnthony Hopkins reportedly walked away from a $7.5 million Hamptons mansion deal with the widow of Barnes & Noble’s founder—after already putting down $750,000. The twist? Hopkins’ team cited a health emergency to postpone the closing, but he appeared on late-night TV the same day. The seller, Louise Riggio, had already cleared out the house, expecting a quick sale after the actor’s California home was lost to wildfires. Now, with both sides lawyering up and luxury homes on the market, this real estate drama has everyone talking. Would you keep the down payment or let it go? #RealEstate #Hamptons #AnthonyHopkins11Share