Star Wars
Historic Star Wars Original Artwork Sells for Record-Breaking $3.9 Million at Auction
Dec 11, 2025 02:57 pm CST
The iconic Tom Jung painting that first introduced Star Wars to the world in May 1977 has sold at auction for $3.875 million, setting records for film memorabilia. Originally displayed in newspaper advertisements before the film's premiere, this historic artwork was kept by producer Gary Kurtz before being sold by Heritage Auctions, surpassing the previous franchise record held by Darth Vader's lightsaber.
Renowned Oscar-Winning Playwright Tom Stoppard Dies at 88: A Literary Legacy of Brilliance and Humanity
Nov 30, 2025 02:45 am CST
Celebrated British playwright Tom Stoppard, who won an Oscar for "Shakespeare in Love" and contributed to iconic franchises like "Indiana Jones" and "Star Wars," has died peacefully at 88. Born in Czechoslovakia and later finding refuge in Britain, Stoppard's six-decade career spanned theatre, film, television, and radio, earning him a knighthood and establishing his reputation as a master of wit, irreverence, and profound appreciation for language.