Matthew Broderick’s vest from "Ferris Bueller’s Day Off" could sell for up to $600K at Sotheby’s
Sotheby's auction house is reportedly selling Matthew Broderick's famous vest for between $300,000 and $600,000.
The well-known vest will be auctioned at Sotheby's, and was worn in several memorable scenes in the 1986 film. The bidding for the vest ranges from $300,000 to $600,000.
Bidding for the vest at Sotheby's will remain open until June 24, at 2:01 p.m. ET. It is currently in the possession of Darren Rovell, a former ESPN reporter who collects sports and pop culture memorabilia. The auction has attracted attention at a time when collecting 1980s collectible-sports and pop culture clothing and other items is increasingly popular.
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Film memorabilia with high value
The vest is significant because of its appearance in the film Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, a well known teen comedy by John Hughes. Broderick wore the vest as Ferris Bueller during several key film scenes including the scenes at the Art Institute of Chicago and Wrigley Field, as well as during the infamous parade performance downtown Chicago.
Per Sotheby’s, the vest has some “pilling and loose threads consistent with age and production-use” but is overall in good condition. Broderick was 24 years old when filming, and this role continued to establish his identity as a leading actor of the decade.
Auction details and ownership
Darren Rovell, a reporter who used to work for ESPN, has owned the vest in his private collection. Rovell is a collector of high-profile pop culture items, so the sale is expected to attract bidders from every corner: hardcore collectors and die-hard fans of 1980s films.
Sotheby’s continues to offer pop culture items in auctions as part of a broader trend across the auction market where entertainment history intersects with nostalgia. The auction closes just after 2 p.m. ET on June 24, meaning bidders will have an opportunity to own a piece of film history for a limited time only.
