# Pop Icon Liquidations Michael Jackson, the King of Pop, Sells Out At Auction By Going Like Sixty | Published 2009-02-17 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/michael-jackson-king-of-pop-culture-sells-out-at-auction References: [iconvsicon](http://www.iconvsicon.com/2009/02/17/michael-jackson-to-auction-2000-personal-items/) & [auctionnetwork](http://auctionnetwork.com) In April, the ultimate King of Pop and Pop Culture, Michael Jackson, will sell 2,000 fantastic pieces of [memorabilia at auction](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collectible-art). A book has been written about the Michael Jackson auction that fills six volumes. Every item is meticulously documented and details recorded. The gates to Michael Jackson’s Neverland Ranch will be sold, an oil-painting of the King of Pop dressed as a king, a set of signature Swarovski crystal gloves and his [MTV](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blitzway-kurt-cobain-figurine) Video Award trophy are on the block. This auction of Michael Jackson memorabilia is generating so much buzz that it will be streamed live (see the read more link) and a television special will document the auction. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 63% | Activity: 9% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: South America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Boomers](https://www.trendhunter.com/boomers) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Celebrity Memorabilia Auctions:** Opportunities for auction houses to hold high-profile celebrity memorabilia auctions. - **Streaming Live Auctions:** Opportunities for auction houses to reach a wider audience by streaming live auctions. - **Pop Culture Collectibles:** Opportunities for businesses to create and sell pop culture collectibles for avid fans. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Auction Houses:** Auction houses can capitalize on the growing interest in celebrity memorabilia and live streaming auctions. - **Collectibles Industry:** The collectibles industry can take advantage of the demand for pop culture merchandise created from iconic moments in history. - **Entertainment Industry:** The entertainment industry can expand their product offerings by licensing or creating pop culture merchandise that attracts avid fans. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [K-Pop Idol Wardrobe Auctions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lisa-off-duty.md) - [Curated Pop Art Auctions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joopiter.md) - [Highly Anticipated Basketball-Themed Auctions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/infinite-auctions.md) - [Pop Artist-Designed Auction Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/850i-xdrive-gran-coupe.md) - [Collectible Historical Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thrilljoy-pix.md) - [Modern Art Design Auctions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/design-auction.md) - [Collectibles-Focused Auction Departments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/department-x.md) - [Game-Worn Sneaker Auctions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-kobe-4-protro.md) - [Extravagant Luxury Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/giant-hamilton-handbag.md)