Michael Jackson’s Driver’s License Auctions For Thousands Of Dollars

After 17 bids at Heritage Auctions, a certain collector paid $35,000 for the late Michael Jackson’s driver’s license. Heritage Auctions noted that it was in good condition, although it had creases in some areas— the most visible being on the verso.

The document from the mid-’80s was obtained from the state of California by Jackson, who died from cardiac arrest in 2009. The auction house further clarified that it was not particularly a signed item since the signature on it is a condensed copy of a live one.

Michael Jackson’s driver’s license to fetch tens of thousands at auction

The license measures 3 ½ inches by 2 ¼ inches and includes a passport photo of the late legend with a straight face at the camera. The sale of this item follows the sale of Jackson’s black-and-white leather jacket from a 1984 Pepsi commercial, which auctioneers Propstore sold for $306,000 last November.

The most expensive of Jackson’s items ever sold by Heritage Auctions was his crystal-studded glove which he wore during his Victory Tour in the mid-’80s. The Swavrosiki embedded accessory, which came with a Letter of Authenticity from David Miller, sold for $112,500 in 2020.

Jackson’s thriving legacy

Several successful albums and multiple Grammy wins later, Jackson left behind three children, Prince, Paris and Bigi, who have remained close despite their busy schedules as adults. The late legend is inarguably one of the greatest acts of all time; however, his celebrity status came with controversy after he was accused of child molestation within the confines of his famous park-themed Neverland ranch.

A biopic about Michael is set for release in April 2025. It features his nephew Jaafar Jackson as his younger self. The Antoine Fuqua-directed film gives a personal look into the life of the King of Pop, his rise to fame and recreations of his most memorable performances.