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About Duane Beckett

I'm a guy in my mid-40s who grew up on classic films, TV shows, and music, back when entertainment felt simpler, and that love never left me. I’m a pop culture enthusiast who follows entertainment news closely, and still gets a kick out of a great trailer drop or a familiar theme song. I’m also a serious collector, from antiques to oddities, and the kind of memorabilia that makes people stop and stare. I’m a full-on fan-boy for Star Wars, Marvel, and plenty more. I’m tech-savvy but nostalgic on purpose, always looking for the stories and items that feel like a little time capsule. I still love the culture, still watch, still read, but can’t shake the concern about where it all seems to be heading.

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People bidding in auction filled with books and manuscripts.
2026-03-12
RR Auction’s March 2026 sale features rare presidential documents, historic manuscripts, and standout artifacts tied to American history.
Artists impression of a militaria auction
2026-03-10
Rare military collectibles from the Civil War to Vietnam go up for bid at a Florida auction, including medals, posters,…
Fathers of the Senate quote on desk environment.
2026-03-05
A rare George Washington manuscript fragment saying "Fathers of the Senate" is for sale at $10,000. Here’s why collectors are…
Turks and Caicos villa that’s had a starring role on reality TV shows.
2026-03-03
A $50M Turks and Caicos villa featured on Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip and Netflix's Too Hot to Handle heads…
Eddie Van Halen
2026-03-02
Eddie Van Halen’s iconic striped guitar is headed to auction with a $1.5M to $2M estimate, making it a must-watch…
Light-Up C-3PO Head
2026-02-26
Propstore’s March 2026 mega auction includes rare Jaws and Star Wars props, top lots, price ranges, and bidding tips for…
Barrett-Jackson 2026 Scottsdale Automobilia Collection
2026-02-24
Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale 2026 saw automobilia shine, led by an $80K Maple Leaf gas pump. Top lots, tips, and next dates.
Stamp collection
2026-02-23
Alderfer’s Feb. 24 stamp sale features rare U.S. classics, Columbians, Zeppelins, plus many affordable lots under $100, too.
A tribute to the late Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay
2026-02-19
Jim Irsay once rejected a $1.15B offer. Now Christie’s is auctioning his Beatles gear, movie props, and sports memorabilia.
Logan Paul and Pokemon Card
2026-02-17
Logan Paul’s Pikachu Illustrator Pokémon card sold for $16.49M at Goldin, setting a record and spotlighting the hobby boom.
Whoopi Goldberg
2026-02-16
Whoopi Goldberg’s 500-lot Julien’s auction runs March 10–11, 2026, featuring costumes, art, jewelry, and more for charity.
Nigel Mansell at the 1991 Formula One US Grand Prix at Phoenix, Arizona.
2026-02-12
F1 legend, Nigel Mansell’s no-reserve auction raised $112K for charity, with top sales including an IndyCar trophy and rare F1…
Left: The Cagney Estate. Right: James Cagney.
2026-02-10
James Cagney’s former Beverly Hills estate lists for $38.5M, spanning 5 acres with a 1939 villa, guest home, and courts.
Artist impression of auction for old baseball card
2026-02-09
Goldin’s Winter 100 runs to March 7 with a 1916 Babe Ruth rookie at $810K, plus Ohtani, Skenes, Messi lots…
HulkHogan
2026-02-05
Hulk Hogan’s Clearwater Beach mansion is listed for $11M, six months after his death, while the nearby cottage is excluded.
Matchbox car on pedestal, next to auction hammer.
2026-02-03
A rare 1968 Matchbox Mercury Cougar in pale yellow sold for $29,500 in a UK auction, setting the highest Matchbox…
Kim Kardashian
2026-02-02
Kim Kardashian revisits her 12-hour auction battle to buy her late father’s Bible, once gifted to O.J. Simpson, for $80K-plus.
Sotheby's The Great American Whiskey Collection auction
2026-01-27
Sotheby’s Great American Whiskey Collection sold out in New York for a record $2.5M, led by rare Van Winkle bottles…
Left: Mariah Carey. Right: Taylor Swift.
2026-01-26
Mariah Carey's 1961 Ford Thunderbird hood headlines Julien's MusicCares Grammy weekend auction. Along with many other music celebrity items.
A bench with wheels taking people around a trades fair.
2026-01-23
A rare 1964 Greyhound Escorter from the New York World’s Fair sold for $35,200 at Barrett-Jackson. Here’s why it stayed…
1804 Class III Draped Bust Dollar
2026-01-22
A rare 1804 Draped Bust Dollar sold for $3.5 million at Heritage’s FUN auction, highlighting coin collecting demand and value.
2026-01-21
Kevin Hart’s one-off “triple black” Ford Bronco is up at Barrett-Jackson with no reserve, and bidding could soar past $100K.
Bob Ross painting
2026-01-20
Bonhams’ Bob Ross auction series rolls on in 2026 after a $318,000 record sale, with three originals hitting the block…
President Donald Trump and Ferrari
2026-01-19
President Trump’s former Ferrari F430 sold at Mecum’s Kissimmee auction, but the final price remains undisclosed on the public listing.