Beyoncé and Jay-Z are close to buying an $85 million Beverly Hills estate. The music power couple have toured the luxurious property six times and are said to be the frontrunners in an intense bidding war.

Although there are four separate bids on the table from competing parties, Beyoncé, 33, and her 45-year-old hip-hop superstar husband are set to close a deal with real estate agent Branden Williams 'by Christmas', according to TMZ.

The sought-after property features eight bedrooms, 15 bathrooms and a 16-car garage, as well as a swimming pool and floor-to-ceiling windows.What's more, the spectacular property includes a large wine cellar and a mini cinema.

Meanwhile, music legend Bette Midler recently revealed her admiration for Beyoncé, saying she is 'beyond human.

The Wind Beneath My Wings singer - who recently slammed Ariana Grande for having a 'silly high voice' - confirmed she's a huge fan of Beyoncé and loves listening to her albums.

She told Harper's Bazaar magazine: "I like Taylor Swift, and I adore Beyoncé - she's beyond human, and strong, and a real athlete." However, she added: "I don't think any music is better than other music. As long as it's an expression of who you are and what you're going through, it's valid - and I don't denigrate anybody's effort."