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- ‘Pawn Stars’ boss Rick Harrison invites Hollywood icon Jon Voight himself to verify his signature (marketrealist.com)
“Pawn Stars” Rick Harrison Snags Autographed Speed Bag, Gets it Verified by Jon Voight Himself
Rick Harrison, the ever-cautious negotiator of “Pawn Stars,” recently added another interesting item to his collection: a boxing speed bag signed by Hollywood icon Jon Voight. True to form, Harrison, known for his meticulous authentication process, took an unusual step to verify the signature.
A guest on the show brought in the speed bag, explaining he’d purchased it online and then obtained Voight’s autograph at a restaurant. The seller, a fan of Voight’s film “The Champ,” asked for $400. After some back-and-forth, Harrison secured the bag for $250.
But the story doesn’t end there. Harrison, who was co-starring with Voight in the film “Reagan” at the time, invited the actor to dinner.
Casually presenting the speed bag, Harrison asked Voight to verify the signature. To Harrison’s delight, Voight confirmed it was authentic, likely making the $250 purchase a steal.
The scene showcased Harrison’s dedication to authentication, even when dealing with a relatively modest purchase price, and provided a unique opportunity for viewers to witness a Hollywood connection in action.