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The Oscar for ‘Citizen Kane’
If you would have heard a while before that the Oscar statues are up for sale, you wouldn’t have believed it. It is the same thing when it comes to the Academy Award being fixed; it just means that some winners just give it up as keepsakes. This time around the Oscar statuette that Orson Welles bagged for the original screenplay of “Citizen Kane” went under the hammer. The shimmering statue fetched over $861,000 in an auction conducted by Nate D. Sanders Auctions at Los Angeles.
According to the Spokesman Sam Heller, the auction attracted bids from all over the world including bids from David Copperfield. The statue that was handed in 1942 was said to be lost and resurfaced in 1994 when cinematographer Gary Graver tried to sell it, only to be stopped by Beatrice Welles, who is Orson’s youngest daughter and sole heir. This is not the first statue to be sold under the hammer. In 1999, Michael Jackson forked out $1.54 million for David O. Selznick for “Gone With The Wind” best picture Oscar.
Coffin bejeweled with gold, diamonds and pearls honors Simon Bolivar
It is universally said that you do not take the worldly riches to your grave, but just think of those which are golden caskets or those crafted in fine wood. It seems to be a way for the world to tell you how much you are valued in the world. After Zsa Zsa Gabor, Liz Taylor, Michael Jackson and Sir Jim Savile, it is time for 19th century Venezuelan independence leader Simon Bolivar to get a new coffin containing Bolivar’s remains and adorned with gold, pearls and diamonds. Unveiled by Venezuela’s President Hugo Chavez, new mausoleum is worth $27.7 million. It is said to contain Bolivar’s remains with golden stars and the national seal along with his initials and golden laurels. The decorations on the coffin is also said to have Venezuelan diamonds and pearls.
Elizabeth Taylor’s diamond-studded wrist-watch collection
The Christie’s Rockefeller Center headquarters in New York has exhibited the famous Elizabeth Taylor’s wrist-watch collection. There are fourteen of these glimmering beauties in total which are estimated at $ 4000 to $500, 000. The inclusions from both Vacheron Constantin and Patek Philippe definitely steal the limelight.
Diamond and gold Lord Kalla bracelet watch
It is estimated at $300,000-$500,000, covered in “flame-cut” diamonds from dial to strap, the Kalla Haute Couture Pampilles bracelet watch was gifted to Taylor by Michael Jackson. Made in 1989, it has been inspired from the Vacheron Constantin Kalla line from wherein originated their gold and diamond “Kallista”.
Diamond and pink gold Serpenti wristwatch
With a stunning black opaline dial ornamented with circular-cut diamonds in the18k pink gold bezel, this watch is estimated to be priced at $8,000-$12,000. It was gifted to Taylor whilst the shooting of Cleopatra by Bulgari with a special inscription, “To Dame Elizabeth, with gratitude, Paolo Bulgari, 2010″. (more…)
Michael Jacksons ‘This Is It’ Tour will be festooned with Swarovski
The King of Pop is all ready to amuse his fans when he takes his first steps on the London’s O2 arena stage on July 13. Even if you want to you won’t be able to ignore the set up. The stage costumes and magnificent sets of Michael Jackson’s “This Is It” tour will be festooned with over 300,000 Swarovski crystals worth 1 million pounds, and will feature 53 different shapes, 40 different sizes and 27 different colors.
Jacko will shine like never before at his 50 gigs at London. The star contacted his trusted jewel manufacturer who was responsible for his iconic gloves to make this gig an unforgettable glittering affair. A spokesman for the jewel firm justifies this extravagance by saying: “As the King of Pop, it is only natural for him to be crowned in crystal.’ The collaboration between Swarovski and Jackson is sure to create a sparkling effect at all the gigs.
Michael Jackson promoter could be out millions
With the sad and shocking news of Michael Jackson’s death many are talking about his planned shows this summer. Just a day back we wrote about his concerts at London’s O2 Arena. The London Times reports that AEG Live, the company behind the concerts, could be facing a liability of up to 300 million pounds and may scramble to find acts to replace the iconic star’s performance slots.
Jackson was getting ready for the concerts at the time of his death and an eager public snapped up tickets. At first he was supposed to do 10 concerts but later was signed up for 50 shows. There was some concern over whether or not all those shows would be too much for him. The Times article says that AEG Live had said that it was prepared to “self-insure” the shows. Rumors were stoked that Jackson was preparing a stage move to succeed his famous “moonwalk”.
King of Pop will have a royal departure in $25,000 gold plated casket
Michael Jackson’s family is leaving no stones unturned to make sure that the King of Pop has a royal departure and a grand funeral. They have reportedly chosen a custom made $25,000 casket to bury the “Thriller’ hit maker.
The casket was ordered from Batesville Casket Company and is called “The Promethean’. The casket is made from solid bronze and is plated with 14kt gold. This gold casket features a dark blue velvet interior and a hand-polished mirror finish. The same solid bronze casket has been used to bury James Brown, who was Jackson’s idol. Staples Center will be the site of the public memorial service on Tuesday for Michael Jackson.
Wii version of Michael Jackson
All Michael Jackson fans must be knowing this already; their much anticipated Ubisoft’s Wii version of Michael Jackson:The Experience game will be accompanied by a rhinestone-covered white glove similar to the one worn by the late pop star. The game is all set to release on November,23. ”We worked with the estate and created a special edition glove that’s going to go into the day-one quantities of “Michael Jackson: The Experience’ on the Wii,” Ubisoft SVP of sales and marketing Tony Key told IndustryGamers. “If you go to the store and look for this specially marked package, which is going to be the same price as the regular edition, you’ll be able to get this limited edition glove to bring home. It’s something that’s never been available before, and we see it as an opportunity to have fun with the glove.” The glove will be available in limited supply, though Key stopped short of saying how limited it would be. The glove has been confirmed for the Wii version of the game, along with word that it will include the songs “Speed Demon” and “Dity Diana.” No word on whether the glove will also come with the Xbox 360 and PS3 versions of the game.
The Only Portrait MJ Posed For To Go Under The Hammer
And the legend of Michael Jackson continues to live on. There were the crystal gloves, outlandish clothes, furniture and an Andy Warhol painting of the star in some rather unique shades. But now what we have got our eyes on is nothing but the only portrait that the mega popstar ever posed for. Created by Australian artist Brett Livingstone Strong, the beautiful masterpiece measures 50 by 40 inch.
MJ’s death was a huge setback for all his fans across the world. Many became loyals again after the phase of doubting and later disliking the singer due to allegations of his beinf a pedophile. The doctor who administered the drugs to a sick MJ which caused his death is facing trial for medical misconduct. But despite all these, the fans have fond ways to honor the memory of the popstar that loved so much.
Titled “The Book”, this portrait has Jackson dressed in a Renaissance style red velvet jacket and seated on sweeping checkerboard floor below a magically translucent curtain at the star’s Neverland ranch. The painting was purchased by a Japanese businessman Hiromichi Saeki for $2.1 million in 1990 but went on to Marty Abrams and John Gentilly as payment of debt owed to them by Saeki.
Thriller Faithful Glove Clutch: A Tribute to Alexander McQueen and Michael Jackson
2009 and early 2010 have seen a number of celebrity deaths that it almost became unbearable to listen to more of people’s death. First we got to hear about Michael Jackson’s death and then Brittany Murphy’s. Later, the fashion community was aghast to learn that Alexander McQueen passed away in the most tragic of circumstances.
With that in mind, here is a handbag that pays tribute to both Alexander McQueen and Michael Jackson. McQueen’s Thriller Faithful Glove Clutch looks almost like a Hollywood diva’s must-have, and has been created out of white Swarovski crystals. You could also find two angled zipper pockets and a white fingerless glove which look very refined. The interior has a great purple/plum lining which makes the bag look really luxurious.
Michael Jackson’s art collection is currently at an LA Airport hangar
The day when the legendary Michael Jackson has dies was a very sad day for all his fans and for people all over the world. Their idol has died and it will probably never be someone like him. That was also the day when some people were thinking of a way to get their hand of his private art collection. This was estimated to around $900 million which is very impressive, considering that he didn’t own rare paintings or other items, but only what he did himself.
Owned by his art mentor Brett-Livingstone Strong together with the Jackson estate, this collection can be seen at a Santa Monica Airport hangar which also doubled as his studio at times. Among the items he kept there, there’s a giant bronze sculpture of Michael Jackson, many wax pencil sketches made by MJ on a variety of themes like chairs, gates, keys and the number 7. There are also a lot of self-portraits and pictures of George Washington and Paul McCartney. In the collection are also included the wax pencils, paper, a white-feathered quilt and the white glove that Michael Jackson used when creating his art.
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