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MJ's Thriller Jacket & Moonwalk Glove Hit Auction Block Again!
16 Oct
Summary
- Michael Jackson's Thriller jacket and moonwalk glove will be auctioned in December 2026.
- The glove is estimated to sell for $600,000-$800,000, while the jacket could exceed $10 million.
- These iconic items previously set auction records and are returning after two decades.
Michael Jackson's legendary red-and-black Thriller jacket and the single rhinestone-covered glove he wore for his iconic moonwalk debut are set to be auctioned in December 2026. Julien's Auctions will present these treasured items as part of a Celebrity & Pop Culture Experience in Abu Dhabi.
The glove, famously donned during his performance at Motown 25 in 1983, is estimated to fetch between $600,000 and $800,000. The striking jacket from the "Thriller" music video, known for its distinctive design, is expected to surpass $10 million. Both pieces have previously achieved record-breaking sales, creating immense anticipation for their return to the market after nearly twenty years.
Additional memorabilia, including loafers from the "Thriller" video and shoes from his moonwalk debut, will also be available. The auction, named Michael Jackson: The Fashion Legacy, is scheduled for December 7th at the Rosewood Abu Dhabi, with a day auction following on December 8th.
Selected items will tour internationally for public previews, including stops in Los Angeles, Japan, New York, Bahrain, and Abu Dhabi, offering fans a chance to see these historical artifacts before the bidding begins.
