Whoopi Goldberg is officially partnering with Julien’s Auctions for “Whoopi Goldberg: The Collection,” auctioning off jewelry, costumes, dresses, personal memorabilia and more from the multihyphenate’s treasure trove. Online registration and bidding for the auction have begun at juliensauctions.com. The live and online auction will take place over two days, beginning on March 10 and March 11 at 1 p.m. ET.
“Over seven decades of a life well lived and more than 40 years of a fabulous career, it’s time to part with some of the many treasures that are filling more storage units than one person should have,” Goldberg said in a statement.
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“I’m honored to partner with the iconic Julien’s Auction to find new homes for these special pieces, which I hope can now bring someone else as much joy as they have brought to me. I am equally thrilled that two such wonderful organizations, One Simple Wish and DonorsChoose, will benefit from this special auction.”
A portion of the proceeds from the “Whoopi Goldberg: The Collection” sale at Julien’s Auctions will be donated to the nonprofit organizations.
Highlights from the auction include Goldberg’s 2008 Tony Awards dress, a custom design by Christian Siriano estimated between $1,000 and $2,000; a 1999 Bob Mackie-designed costume from when Goldberg hosted the 1999 Oscars, also estimated between $1,000 and $2,000, and a blazer the actress wore for “Sister Act 2,” estimated between $800 to $1,200.
“It is a true honor for Julien’s Auctions to collaborate with the legendary Whoopi Goldberg, one of the few entertainers to achieve prestigious EGOT status,” Martin Nolan, cofounder and executive director of Julien’s Auctions, said in a statement.
“This collection is a direct reflection of her meticulous eye for detail and lifelong devotion to artistry, serving as a testament to the unparalleled cultural legacy she has built over the decades. These items represent more than just a curated selection; they are touchstones of a groundbreaking career, offering collections a rare and personal connection to the moments that have shaped entertainment history.”