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Door from ‘Titanic’ Sells for $718,750 at Auction, Outbidding Indiana Jones

Los Angeles, California – A door prop from the iconic film “Titanic” has sold for a staggering $718,750 at an auction. The prop, famously known for saving Kate Winslet’s character Rose in the movie, steered waves of nostalgia and excitement among fans bidding for a piece of cinematic history. The controversial floating door prop, the subject of debates that theorized actor Leonardo DiCaprio’s character Jack could have fit on it too, fetched an impressive sum …

Shirt from Iconic Mr. Darcy Scene Sells for £25,000 in Charity Auction

London, England- A piece of iconic television history was sold at auction when Colin Firth’s famous wet shirt from the 1995 BBC adaptation of “Pride and Prejudice” fetched £25,000. The shirt, worn during the memorable lake scene as Mr. Darcy, was originally estimated to sell for £7,000 to £10,000 before surprising both auctioneers and viewers alike with its final hammer price. This unique auction, hosted by Kerry Taylor Auctions, offered a variety of costumes from …

Eric Clapton Love Triangle Revealed in Passionate Letters at Auction

London, UK – Love letters from rock legend Eric Clapton to model Pattie Boyd, revealing a tumultuous love triangle involving George Harrison, are set to be auctioned. The letters, part of Boyd’s possessions being sold by Christie’s, offer a glimpse into the passionate overtures from Clapton during a complex period in the 1970s. Boyd, well-known for her iconic status in 1960s swinging London, was married to Harrison after meeting him on the set of the …

Real Housewives Real Estate Woes: Kim Zolciak Faces Foreclosure as Sonja Morgan Sells Townhouse at Auction

New York, NY – Reality TV stars often face real estate troubles, from auctions to foreclosures. “Real Housewives of New York” star Sonja Morgan recently sold her Upper East Side townhouse through an auction after more than a decade on the market following a bitter divorce with J.P. Morgan heir John Morgan. Concurrently, former “Real Housewives of Atlanta” star Kim Zolciak is grappling with the impending foreclosure of her Atlanta mansion amidst a turbulent divorce. …

Lennon’s Lost Guitar From Attic Sells for $2.8 Million at Auction

Liverpool, England – A rare guitar previously owned by John Lennon, which had been missing for nearly 50 years, was recently discovered in an attic and sold at auction for an impressive $2.8 million. The guitar, a 1964 12-string Framus Hootenanny, was used by both Lennon and George Harrison during the creation of albums such as “Help!” and “Rubber Soul” in 1965, according to Julien’s Auctions. The sale of the guitar exceeded expectations, as it …

Lennon’s Guitar Fetches Record $2.9 Million at Auction

New York, NY – A legendary guitar belonging to the late John Lennon has fetched an astonishing $2.9 million at a recent auction, setting a new record. The guitar, featured in the iconic film “Help!” from The Beatles era, was highly sought after by collectors and fans alike. The guitar’s sale price surpassed expectations, reflecting the enduring popularity and significance of John Lennon and The Beatles in music history. The instrument’s connection to Lennon’s artistic …

Adidas Diss: Kanye West Fan Puts F*** Adidas Album Up for Auction at $500,000+

Los Angeles, CA – A die-hard Kanye West fan has found a unique way to turn his frustration with Adidas into a lucrative opportunity. The fan is auctioning off a signed album entitled "F*** ADIDAS," showcasing his disdain for the popular brand. The album in question is Kanye’s expletively-signed 2010 masterpiece "My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy," a rare gem that Moments in Time has placed on the market for a steep price of over $500,000. …

Keough’s Legal Battle Over Graceland Ends with Auction Scam Claim Dropped

Memphis, Tennessee – The legal battle over Graceland involving Riley Keough has reached a resolution. Following a temporary block on the foreclosure sale of Elvis Presley’s former home, Naussany Investments and Private Lending have decided to drop their claim. The dispute arose from a $3.8 million loan in which Lisa Marie Presley, Keough’s late mother, used Graceland as collateral and allegedly never repaid. Keough raised concerns about the authenticity of her mother’s signature on the …

Signature Fraud Revealed in Attempted Graceland Auction Block

Memphis, Tennessee – Elvis Presley’s iconic home, Graceland, has been spared from going up for auction following a hearing that raised questions about the authenticity of a signature on a crucial document. In a swift court session, Chancellor JoeDae Jenkins halted the sale of Graceland after a notary testified that she did not authenticate Lisa Marie Presley’s signature on a deed of trust, casting doubt on its validity. The proceedings in Tennessee were convened to …

Presley Heir Riley Keough Halts Graceland Auction with Temporary Restraining Order

Memphis, Tennessee – Actor Riley Keough, the granddaughter of iconic musician Elvis Presley and heir to his estate, has taken legal action against a private investment firm. Keough filed a complaint alleging that the firm is trying to auction off Presley’s historic Graceland home without proper authority. The dispute stems from a lawsuit filed by Naussany Investments & Private Lending against Keough’s mother, Lisa Marie Presley, who passed away in January 2023. The firm claimed …