Dear MEL Topic Readers,
Michael Jackson jacket sells for £250,000 at auction
Michael Jackson was one of the most iconic and influential singers/dancers
in the history of popular music. Born in 1958, he started his career with his
brothers as Jackson 5, took off his solo career in the early 70s, and became King
of Pop in the 1980s. Recently, the leather jacket he wore in a Pepsi commercial
in 1984 was sold for $300,000 at an auction in London. Why do people buy
clothing and items that once belonged to celebrities at inconceivably high
prices? Some enthusiastic fans want to own a piece of memorabilia associated
with their celebrities for their emotional attachment or nostalgia. Others buy
for investment or their collections. Whatever the reasons might be, such clothing
and items aren’t bought for a practical purpose. Do you think those who bid
thousands of dollars for Michael Jackson’s tight-fit leather jacket are
physically fit to wear it?
Enjoy reading the article and learning about how much people spend on celebrity
items.
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