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18-Year-Old Brazilian Woman Auctioning Off Virginity to Pay Mom's Medical Bill

Jeremy Taylor — Thu, 03 Jan 2013 18:36:58 +0000

After Rebeca Bernardo's mother suffered a debilitating stroke, the 18-year-old tried waitressing and other "legitimate" forms of employment to raise funds for mom's care.

But when that wasn't enough, Bernardo turned to the world's oldest profession. Inspired by fellow Brazilian Catarina Migliorini, who raised $ 780,000 by auctioning off her virginity, Bernardo decided to put her first time on the block.

Michael Jackson Surgical Mask Auctioning for Over $20,000

Trent Fitzgerald — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 16:00:48 +0000

If you’re interested in obtaining some Michael Jackson memorabilia then check this out. A black surgical mask that was allegedly worn by the late pop singer is up for auction, reports TMZ. So far, the bidding has exceeded $20,000 for this one-of-a-kind item.

Whitney Houston's Dress & Earrings Up For Auction [Photos]

Brad Striker — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 00:08:20 +0000

We figured there would eventually be an auction for Whitney Houston’s belongings, but didn’t think it would be this soon! So far the dress that Whitney Houston wore in “The Bodyguard,” along with the earrings, will be going up for sale next week.According to Yahoo auctioneer Darren Julien, the pieces and other Houston items became [...]

Lady Gaga Naked Sketch Sells For $30,000

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 20:00:28 +0000

Some lucky (and likely wealthy) little monster shelled out $30,000 for the naked sketch of Lady Gaga that crooner (and Gaga’s ‘The Lady is a Tramp’ duet partner) Tony Bennett crafted, according to GossipCop. The charcoal sketch, which Bennett drew as part of the Mother Monster’s January 2012 cover of Vanity Fair, was up for auction for charity via eBay.

Nicki Minaj Calls Being Made Into a Barbie Doll 'A Very Major Moment'

Alanna Conaway — Sun, 04 Dec 2011 16:54:50 +0000

Nicki Minaj has been recognized in the music world for many great things, but maybe one of her top honors came when Mattel Crafted a special Barbie Doll in the singer’s likeness to be auctioned off for charity.

Nicki Minaj Barbie Doll to Be Auctioned Off for Charity

Nadine Cheung — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 17:18:23 +0000

Nicki Minaj is a doll, literally. After referring to her fans as Barbies or Barbz for short, the hip-hop star has finally struck a deal with Mattel to create a one-of-a-kind Nicki Minaj Barbie doll, which will be auctioned off for charity. According to Billboard, fans can bid on the item at CharityBuzz.com from Wednesday [...]

Michael Jackson Death Bed Up For Auction

DJ Digital — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 21:49:02 +0000

I don't know whether to file this under 'fanatic' or just plain 'creepy.' The contents inside the gated mansion where Michael Jackson spent his last moments will be up for auction soon including the actual bed that the King of Pop died in.

'Back to the Future' Nike Air Mags Auctioned Off for Charity [VIDEO]

Shauna Wright — Fri, 09 Sep 2011 17:24:59 +0000

We recently told you about the Nike Air Mags, the ‘Back to the Future 2′-inspired shoes that pay homage to the footwear sported by Michael J. Fox’s Marty McFly in the blockbuster sequel.

Now, Nike has confirmed the Mags are real, but good luck getting your hands on a pair: In a ’BTTF’-inspired promo (which featured cameos from Christopher Lloyd as Doc Brown, Bill Hader as a shoe store staffer and Kevin Durant as a confused customer), we learn that only 1,500 pairs of the shoes have been produced and they’ll be going to the highest bidders.

Britney Spears' Wedding Invitation Up For Sale

Chris Reed — Tue, 05 Jul 2011 20:56:45 +0000

An invitation to Britney Spears' 2004 wedding to Kevin Federline and unseen photos form the "big day" are up for sale on e-bay. Yes, there is an on-line auction going on right now with memorabilia from Spears and Federline's wedding day. The items have reportedly been put up for sale by Federline's grandfather following the death of his wife, according to TMZ.com.

Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' Jacket Sells for $1.8 Million

Andy Scott — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 16:07:46 +0000

According to PopCrush, the iconic leather jacket that Michael Jackson wore in his famous ‘Thriller’ video sold for $1.8 million over the weekend at Julien’s Music Icons auction.

The jacket went to bidder Milton Verret, a Texas-based commodities trader, who says he will show the jacket “around the country in a tour that will help raise money for children’s charities.”

Coach Sean Payton In Lafayette (VIDEO)

Chris Reed — Tue, 22 Mar 2011 00:50:12 +0000

Saints Head Coach Sean Payton was recently in Lafayette for a benefit at Trynd in Downtown Lafayette. Chris Logan and Chris Reed were lucky enough to be invited to the event, and get up close and personal with the Super Bowl winning coach.Sean Payton was welcomed by a huge crowd, and he was very gracious [...]