#40: Gene Kelly’s Iconic Wool Suit from Singin’ in the Rain
In 2013, Heritage auctioned the iconic gray wool suit Gene Kelly donned in Singin’ in the Rain. Initially expected to fetch $20,000, the suit astonished everyone by selling for $91,000, far surpassing its estimated value.
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Gerry Sola, a dedicated memorabilia collector, acquired the suit for a mere $10 in 1970 at an MGM prop sale. Describing the auction as his most thrilling experience, Sola’s investment yielded a remarkable profit, undoubtedly making Gene Kelly proud.