Fans of Hollywood memorabilia such as celebrity action figures may be interested in taking part in a live auction for over 750 props and costumes from recent action blockbusters. Star Wars memorabilia fans can check out an unfinished piece of the Death Star, while Brad Pitt memorabilia fans can place bids on props that he used in “Inglorious Bastards.” In addition, Johnny Depp memorabilia collectors have the opportunity to get a pistol used by the star in “Public Enemies.” Hosted by Premier Props, the LIVE September Auction Extravaganza will be taking place on September 11.
As Hollywood memorabilia has been proven to be highly popular, some stars are auctioning tv memorabilia for charity. ‘True Blood’ Actors Stephen Moyer and Alexander Skarsgard have turned it in to a friendly competition. Both actors will put items up for sale on eBay and the one with the smaller total at the end will be photographed wearing a shirt designed by the winner. One of Moyer’s items that he is auctioning is an autographed script. He will donate proceeds to the Gulf Aid organization while Skarsgard is raising money for the SOS Children’s Villages charity.
Disney lovers may be interested in visiting the Walt Disney Family Museum. Located in the Presidio of San Francisco, the museum features 10 galleries, theater, learning center, cafe, and a gift shop. The Disney attention to detail is evident throughout the museum, with attention-grabbing audio and digital effects as well as interactive media. Portraying the entire life of Walt Disney, the museum includes family memorabilia as well as movie memorabilia. The museum also has a great collection of television memorabilia such as from the Mickey Mouse club. One of the highlights of the museum is a huge model of Disneyland.
Heritage Auction Galleries has been holding a sale of rare movie memorabilia, particularly movie posters. With low bidding prices on timeless unrestored posters, this is a great opportunity for collectors. Some of the famous names that highlight the auction are Audrey Hepburn and Humphrey Bogart. In addition, there is a movie poster from the famous James Bond film “From Russia with Love” that is currently bidding at $180. Music memorabilia lovers may be interested in an original Beatles poster from the 1964 classic “A Hard Day’s Night.” This is a great event for anyone who appreciates Hollywood memorabilia.
A man by the name of Luke Skywalker has earned a place in Ripley’s Believe It Or Not compendium for having one of the largest Hollywood memorabilia collections in the world. The 42 year-old has been contacted by museums all over the world, including the National Heritage Motor Museum. Luke has an extensive collection of movie memorabilia, particularly costumes and props. His Star Wars memorabilia collection includes two costumes worn by Mark Hamil.
Those who collect Hollywood memorabilia usually look for conventional items such as signed celebrity photos and autographed movie posters. But sometimes outlandish items are auctioned and receive substantial bids. For instance, Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt memorabilia fans may or may not be interested in a jar of air exhaled by the couple, but the ‘celebrity air’ was recently bought. Other strange celebrity items that have been auctioned off are a jar of Elvis’s hair and Justin Timberlake’s leftover breakfast. It will surely be interesting to see whether these weird items are just a fad and where Hollywood memorabilia is heading.
An exhibition of Hollywood memorabilia was recently held in Tokyo. Featuring more than 60 unique items and celebrity collectibles, the exhibition will be heading to Santiago, Chile before going to Macau for auction. Highlights of the exhibition included an impressive collection of Michael Jackson memorabilia such as a black crystal-studded glove and a jacket he wore during a Pepsi commercial in 1984. The auction in Macau will feature 115 items of Elvis Presley memorabilia, Marilyn Monroe memorabilia, and more from Julien’s Auctions.
MGM Studios held the first major Hollywood memorabilia auction in 1970, but themed auctions are relatively new. With the evolution of the Internet, studios can gauge fan interest easier than ever. Realizing that television memorabilia collectors are usually emotional collectors, studios try to hold auctions of props soon after the show ends. In addition, movie memorabilia drives a lot of interest from fans and investors. With the Internet, it is extremely convenient for anyone to locate their favorite movie posters and other unique items such as celebrity collectibles anywhere in the world.
The 62nd Primetime Emmy Awards are nearly upon us, and television fans are getting anxious to see their favorite television stars in one place. Many fans have also been paying attention to which celebrities will be presenting at the show. Television memorabilia fans can find all kinds of collectibles from their favorite stars such as Toni Collette memorabilia, who is nominated for lead actress in a comedy series, and Glenn Close memorabilia, who is nominated for lead actress in a drama series.
Will Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg’s new film “The Other Guys” recently premiered in Australia, as part of the Australian International Movie Convention. At the premier, Ferrell and Wahlberg spoke to fans and signed memorabilia. The two actors seem to enjoy joking around with each other and have good chemistry on-screen and off-screen. Fans can find Mark Wahlberg memorabilia and Will Ferrell memorabilia as well as movie posters from their favorite films.