Robert Downey Jr.’s Used Chewing Gum Auctioned for Rs 32 Lakhs
Robert Downey Jr.’s used chewing gum was recently listed on eBay, and the auction has been making waves on the internet. The eBay user claimed that the piece of gum was chewed and spat out by the Marvel superhero, who played Iron Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
The gum was allegedly acquired at a Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony last month, where Downey Jr. was in attendance.
The listing started with a bid of $40,147.47 (approximately Rs 32 lakh) and claimed that the gum could be tested for the actor’s DNA. The highest bidder will receive the gum in a plastic container. The auction ended on April 1.
While collectors have been known to buy strange and unusual items belonging to celebrities in the past, the auction of Robert Downey Jr.’s used chewing gum has caused a stir among netizens.
The listing has received mixed reactions, with many expressing their discomfort with the idea of buying someone’s used gum.
You can buy Robert Downey Jr.’s chewed gum — for $40K https://t.co/VekQ2S77hJ pic.twitter.com/y7SbzBmF85
— New York Post (@nypost) March 28, 2023
You can buy Robert Downey Jr.’s chewed gum — for $40K https://t.co/VekQ2S77hJ pic.twitter.com/y7SbzBmF85
— New York Post (@nypost) March 28, 2023
You can buy Robert Downey Jr.’s chewed gum — for $40K https://t.co/VekQ2S77hJ pic.twitter.com/y7SbzBmF85
— New York Post (@nypost) March 28, 2023
You can buy Robert Downey Jr.’s chewed gum — for $40K https://t.co/VekQ2S77hJ pic.twitter.com/y7SbzBmF85
— New York Post (@nypost) March 28, 2023
You can buy Robert Downey Jr.’s chewed gum — for $40K https://t.co/VekQ2S77hJ pic.twitter.com/y7SbzBmF85
— New York Post (@nypost) March 28, 2023
You can buy Robert Downey Jr.’s chewed gum — for $40K https://t.co/VekQ2S77hJ pic.twitter.com/y7SbzBmF85
— New York Post (@nypost) March 28, 2023
You can buy Robert Downey Jr.’s chewed gum — for $40K https://t.co/VekQ2S77hJ pic.twitter.com/y7SbzBmF85
— New York Post (@nypost) March 28, 2023
Robert Downey Jr. is a beloved actor and has played the role of Iron Man in the MCU, which has earned him a huge fan following. After his character’s emotional exit in Avengers: Endgame, fans have been eagerly waiting for his return.
Recent rumors suggest that he might come back for another MCU film, which has fans even more excited.
The auction of Downey Jr.’s used chewing gum has certainly caused a stir on the internet. While some may find the idea of buying used gum uncomfortable, it seems that there are collectors out there willing to pay top dollar for a piece of celebrity memorabilia.
