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Originally Published 6 months ago — by BuzzFeed
The article previews a series of dark and bizarre stories, including the deaths of Judy Garland and Ted Bundy, and hints at more unsettling content to come, encouraging readers to share their own creepy stories.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by MLive.com
A pair of iconic ruby slippers worn by Judy Garland in "The Wizard of Oz" sold for $28 million at auction, far exceeding the estimated $3 million. The slippers, stolen from a museum in 2005 and recovered by the FBI in 2018, were part of a high-profile theft case involving Terry Jon Martin, who pleaded guilty in 2023. The auction set a new record for entertainment memorabilia, surpassing the previous $5.52 million record for Marilyn Monroe's dress. The slippers were one of four surviving pairs from the film.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
A pair of ruby slippers worn by Judy Garland in "The Wizard of Oz" sold for $32.5 million at auction, setting a record for the most valuable movie memorabilia ever sold. The slippers, one of four surviving pairs, were stolen in 2005 and recovered by the FBI in 2018. The auction also featured the Wicked Witch's hat, which sold for $2.9 million. The Judy Garland Museum attempted to buy the slippers but was outbid.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Guardian
A pair of ruby slippers worn by Judy Garland in 'The Wizard of Oz' sold for a record-breaking $28 million at auction, far exceeding the initial estimate of $3 million. The slippers, stolen from a museum in 2005 and recovered by the FBI in 2018, were part of a high-profile theft case involving Terry Jon Martin, who pleaded guilty in 2023. The auction also featured other 'Wizard of Oz' memorabilia, including a hat worn by the Wicked Witch of the West, which sold for $2.4 million.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Washington Post
The iconic ruby slippers worn by Judy Garland in "The Wizard of Oz," which were stolen nearly 20 years ago, have been sold at auction for $28 million, plus a $4.5 million buyer's premium. The buyer, who bid by phone, remains unidentified.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
A pair of Judy Garland's iconic ruby slippers from "The Wizard of Oz," stolen from a Minnesota museum nearly 20 years ago, sold at auction for $28 million, setting a record for movie memorabilia. Including auction house commissions, the total price reached $32.5 million, far exceeding the pre-auction estimate. The slippers, one of four surviving pairs, were recovered in 2018 after being stolen in 2005. Other items from the film also fetched high prices at the auction.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KARE11.com
A pair of ruby slippers worn by Judy Garland in "The Wizard of Oz" and stolen from a museum in 2005 were auctioned for $28 million, with the total cost reaching $32.5 million including the buyer's premium. The slippers, recovered by the FBI in 2018, were part of a theft involving Terry Jon Martin, who pleaded guilty in 2023. The Judy Garland Museum was among the bidders, raising funds to purchase the iconic shoes. The auction coincides with renewed interest in "The Wizard of Oz" due to the release of the movie "Wicked."
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Yahoo Entertainment
A pair of Judy Garland's iconic ruby slippers from "The Wizard of Oz," stolen from a Minnesota museum in 2005 and recovered in 2018, sold at auction for $28 million. The slippers, one of only four known pairs, are considered a significant piece of Hollywood history and cultural symbolism. The theft involved Terry Martin and Jerry Hal Saliterman, with Martin pleading guilty in 2023. Other pairs are housed at the Smithsonian and the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by BBC.com
A pair of ruby slippers worn by Judy Garland in the 1939 film The Wizard of Oz is set to be auctioned, with bids expected to reach up to $3 million. These iconic shoes, considered the "Holy Grail of Hollywood memorabilia," were stolen from a Minnesota museum in 2005 and recovered by the FBI in 2018. The slippers, which were changed from silver to red for the film to showcase Technicolor, are one of only four surviving pairs. The auction highlights the cultural significance and storied history of these American treasures.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Deadline
A pair of the iconic Ruby Slippers worn by Judy Garland in the 1939 film 'The Wizard of Oz' is up for auction at Heritage Auctions, with bids currently exceeding $1 million. These slippers, part of only four known pairs, have a storied history, including a theft and recovery by the FBI. The auction runs until December 7, offering a rare chance to own a piece of Hollywood history.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Variety
Judy Garland's iconic ruby slippers from "The Wizard of Oz" are up for auction by Heritage Auctions, with bids starting at $800,000. The slippers, stolen by ex-mobster Terry Jon Martin from the Judy Garland Museum in 2005, were recovered by the FBI in 2018 and valued at $3.5 million. The auction, led by Michael Shaw and Heritage Auctions, runs until December 7.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox News
Judy Garland's former lover, John Meyer, wasn't surprised by her tragic death in 1969, as he had witnessed her deteriorating health and chaotic life. Meyer, a pianist and composer, developed a deep friendship with Garland and tried to help her during her final months. Despite their passionate love affair, Garland's struggles with addiction and financial troubles ultimately led to their separation. Meyer's memoir, "Heartbreaker," sheds light on the positive influence he had in Garland's life, and he is remembered as a friend who truly cared for her.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
A 76-year-old man, Jerry Hal Saliterman, has been indicted for witness tampering and theft of a major artwork in connection to the 2005 theft of the iconic ruby slippers worn by Judy Garland in "The Wizard of Oz." He allegedly used a sex tape to silence a woman who knew about the heist and promised to implicate her if she spoke. Another suspect, Terry Jon Martin, 76, was previously found guilty of smashing the slippers' display case and was spared prison time due to declining health. Only four pairs of the ruby slippers worn by Garland have been authenticated.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
Jerry Hal Saliterman, a 76-year-old man from Hennepin County, Minn., has been charged with theft of major artwork and witness tampering in connection with the 2005 theft of Judy Garland's ruby slippers from the Judy Garland Museum in Grand Rapids, Minn. He allegedly threatened to release a sex tape of a woman if she spoke with the FBI about the theft. The whereabouts of the slippers were a mystery until 2018 when the FBI announced their recovery. Saliterman was released on his own recognizance and his next court appearance has not been scheduled.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by USA TODAY
Terry Jon Martin, ailing mobster, was sentenced for the theft of Judy Garland's ruby red slippers from the Judy Garland Museum in 2005, while a second man, Jerry Hal Saliterman, was recently charged with involvement in the crime. Saliterman allegedly received, concealed, and disposed of the slippers and intimidated a witness to prevent her from speaking with the FBI. The slippers were recovered in 2018 after a year-long FBI investigation and were identified as a valuable piece of American film history.