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Business Times
2 hours ago
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Michael Jackson's dirty sock sells for over 7,688 euros in France
[MARSEILLE] A single glittery sock that late pop superstar Michael Jackson wore during a concert in France in the 1990s sold for more than 7,688 euros (S$11,430) on Wednesday, a French auctioneer said. A technician found the used sock discarded near Jackson's dressing room after the concert in the southern city of Nimes in July 1997, auctioneer Aurore Illy told AFP. The self-styled 'King of Pop' wore white athletic socks adorned with rhinestones during his HIStory World Tour in 1997, according to specialist website Jackson can be seen wearing them in clips of him performing his hit Billie Jean. Decades later, the off-white item of clothing is covered in stains, and the rhinestones adorning it have yellowed with age, in a picture posted on the website. 'It really is an exceptional object - even a cult one for Michael Jackson fans,' Illy said. A NEWSLETTER FOR YOU Friday, 2 pm Lifestyle Our picks of the latest dining, travel and leisure options to treat yourself. Sign Up Sign Up The sock, initially valued at 3,000 to 4,000 euros, sold for 7,688 euros at the Nimes auction house. A Macau gaming resort in 2009 paid US$350,000 for a glittery glove Jackson wore when he performed his first 'moonwalk' dance in 1983. A hat he wore just before that performance sold for more than US$80,000 in Paris in 2023. Jackson died of a fatal overdose in 2009 aged 50. He still has a huge fan base, despite child molestation accusations against him during his lifetime and after his death, which he and his estate have denied. AFP
NZ Herald
3 hours ago
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- NZ Herald
Michael Jackson's 1997 concert sock sells for over $14,800 at auction
A glittery sock worn by Michael Jackson in his 1997 tour sold for £6640 in Nimes. Photo / Getty Images Listening to articles is free for open-access content—explore other articles or learn more about text-to-speech. A glittery sock worn by Michael Jackson in his 1997 tour sold for £6640 in Nimes. Photo / Getty Images A single glittery sock worn by Michael Jackson at a concert in France in 1997 has sold for more than £6600 ($14,818) The crystal-encrusted sock was found by a technician after the self-styled King of Pop performed in the southern city of Nimes. It was carefully preserved for 28 years in a frame and went up for sale on Wednesday in the same city, Aurore Illy, the auctioneer, said. A cult object for fans Jackson wore white athletic socks during his 1997 HIStory World Tour, and can be seen wearing them in clips of him performing his hit Billie Jean.
Express Tribune
4 hours ago
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- Express Tribune
Michael Jackson's dirty sock from 1997 concert sells for $8,822 at auction
A rhinestone-covered sock once worn by Michael Jackson during a 1997 concert on his HIStory World Tour has fetched $8,822 at a French auction, far surpassing its $3,400–$4,500 estimate. The pop icon wore the off-white, glittery sock during a performance in Nîmes, France. After the show, a stage technician discovered it discarded near Jackson's dressing room. The sock, showing signs of age with yellowing and dulled rhinestones, was preserved in a display frame alongside the technician's backstage pass. Michael Jackson's old dirty sock has sold for over $8,000 at an auction in France — Xtra'O' (@DigitalXtraO) July 30, 2025 Auctioned through the Nîmes-based house Interencheres, the sock quickly drew global attention from collectors and fans. French auctioneer Aurore Illy described the item as 'an exceptional object — even a cult one for Michael Jackson fans.' Jackson famously wore sparkly socks during his performance of 'Billie Jean,' and they became a signature part of his iconic stage presence. The 1997 sock's authenticity and connection to the HIStory tour elevated its appeal, despite visible signs of wear. This isn't the first time Michael Jackson memorabilia has attracted high bids. In 2009, a Macau casino paid $350,000 for the glove he wore during his first moonwalk in 1983. While it remains unclear what the aged sock smells like — or whether it grants the ability to moonwalk — its new owner now owns a glittering piece of pop history. Michael Jackson collectibles continue to command strong demand, proving the King of Pop's legacy remains as powerful as ever.
Al Etihad
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Al Etihad
Michael Jackson's dirty sock sells for over $8,000 in France
30 July 2025 22:19 MARSEILLE (AFP)A single glittery sock that late pop superstar Michael Jackson wore during a concert in France in the 1990s sold for more than $8,000 on Wednesday, a French auctioneer said.A technician found the used sock discarded near Jackson's dressing room after the concert in the southern city of Nimes in July 1997, auctioneer Aurore Illy told self-styled "King of Pop" wore white athletic socks adorned with rhinestones during his "HIStory World Tour" in 1997, according to specialist website can be seen wearing them in clips of him performing his hit "Billie Jean".Decades later, the off-white item of clothing is covered in stains, and the rhinestones adorning it have yellowed with age, in a picture posted on the website."It really is an exceptional object -- even a cult one for Michael Jackson fans," Illy sock, initially valued at 3,000 to 4,000 euros ($3,400-4,500), sold for 7,688 euros ($8,822) at the Nimes auction house.A Macau gaming resort in 2009 paid $350,000 for a glittery glove Jackson wore when he performed his first "moonwalk" dance in 1983.A hat he wore just before that performance sold for more than $80,000 in Paris in 2023. Jackson died of a fatal overdose in 2009 aged 50.
Straits Times
7 hours ago
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- Straits Times
Michael Jackson's dirty sock sells for over $10,000 in France
Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inbox MARSEILLE, France - A single glittery sock that late pop superstar Michael Jackson wore during a concert in France in the 1990s sold for more than US$8,000 (S$10,000) on July 30, a French auctioneer said. A technician found the used sock discarded near Jackson's dressing room after the concert in the southern city of Nimes in July 1997, auctioneer Aurore Illy told AFP. The self-styled 'King of Pop' wore white athletic socks adorned with rhinestones during his HIStory World Tour in 1997, according to specialist website Jackson can be seen wearing them in clips of him performing his hit Billie Jean. Decades later, the off-white item of clothing is covered in stains, and the rhinestones adorning it have yellowed with age, in a picture posted on the website. 'It really is an exceptional object – even a cult one for Michael Jackson fans,' Ms Illy said. The sock, initially valued at €3,000 to €4,000 (S$4,400 to S$5,900), sold for €7,688 at the Nimes auction house. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Singapore Water supply issues during Toa Payoh blaze affected firefighting operations; SCDF investigating Singapore 3 taken to hospital after fire in Marsiling flat Singapore School, parents on alert after vape peddlers approach primary school pupil Singapore Tampines, Toa Payoh BTO flats most popular among first-time home buyers in July HDB launch Sport Leon Marchand sets first world record at World Aquatics C'ships in Singapore Singapore Jail, fine for man linked to case involving 3 bank accounts that received over $680m in total Singapore Provision shop owner who raped 11-year-old gets more than 14 years' jail Singapore Escape, discover, connect: Where new memories are made A Macau gaming resort in 2009 paid US$350,000 for a glittery glove Jackson wore when he performed his first 'moonwalk' dance in 1983. A hat he wore just before that performance sold for more than US$80,000 in Paris in 2023. Jackson died of a fatal overdose in 2009 aged 50. He still has a huge fan base, despite child molestation accusations against him during his lifetime and after his death, which he and his estate have denied. AFP
