10 of the Weirdest Celebrity Items Ever Sold

Celebrities often captivate the public with their talents, lifestyles, and sometimes, their bizarre habits. One curious aspect of their allure is the unusual items that fans, and even opportunistic collectors, are willing to purchase at staggering prices. From the peculiar to the outright bizarre, here are ten instances of the weirdest celebrity items ever sold.

1. Britney Spears’ Chewed Gum

In 2004, a piece of gum chewed by Britney Spears made headlines after it was listed on eBay and sold for an astounding $14,000. The chewed gum was reportedly collected by a fan and quickly became an iconic—and unusual—piece of celebrity memorabilia.

2. Justin Timberlake’s French Toast

During a radio interview, the former NSYNC member was asked about his uneaten French toast. Instead of finishing it, Timberlake joked about putting it up for auction. Remarkably, the partially eaten slice was indeed sold for $3,154, leading to a trend of selling celebrity leftovers.

3. Scarlett Johansson’s Tissue

Johansson, feeling under the weather during an appearance on a talk show, used and discarded a tissue. Little did she know that the used tissue would sell for $5,300 on an online auction. The fascination with a celebrity’s discarded item seemingly knows no bounds.

4. William Shatner’s Kidney Stone

In an effort to raise money for charity, actor William Shatner auctioned off his kidney stone in 2006. The stone, which was passed naturally, fetched an impressive $25,000, proving that even medical remnants can become valuable collector’s items in the hands of die-hard fans.

5. Elvis Presley’s Hair

An Elvis Presley fan once had the chance to own a lock of the King’s hair. The snipped strands were part of a collection from the late singer’s grooming sessions, selling for a staggering $115,000. The allure of owning a piece of rock ‘n’ roll history was evidently irresistible to many.

6. Lady Gaga’s Fake Nails

Lady Gaga is known for her extravagant style, and even her fake fingernails didn’t escape the limelight. A set of her used fake nails, adorned with intricate designs, was sold for $13,000, demonstrating the intense dedication of her fanbase.

7. Kanye West’s Used Sneakers

A pair of used sneakers worn by Kanye West generated buzz in the world of sneaker collectors. The shoes, heavily worn by the rapper, were auctioned off for $7,000, highlighting the immense market for celebrity-worn items.

8. Marilyn Monroe’s X-Rays

Even the medical records of celebrities hold value for some collectors. X-rays of the iconic Marilyn Monroe’s chest were sold for $45,000. The fascination with an intimate and unconventional peek into a star’s life drove the price skyward.

9. Justin Bieber’s Water Bottle

During a concert, Justin Bieber took a sip of water and left the half-empty bottle behind. Seizing the opportunity, a fan sold the partially consumed water for $624, solidifying the idea that anything touched by a celebrity can be considered a treasure.

10. Nicolas Cage’s Dinosaur Skull

Actor Nicolas Cage once outbid Leonardo DiCaprio for a 67-million-year-old Tyrannosaurus bataar skull. The rare artifact, which Cage later realized was illegally obtained, was returned to the Mongolian government, highlighting the extreme lengths some celebrities go to in their pursuit of unique items.