The wife of late Chewbacca actor Peter Mayhew is speaking out after a UK auction house failed to return some of her “Star Wars” memorabilia.
The 7’2” actor played Chewbacca from the original 1977 “Star Wars: A New Hope” to 2015’s “The Force Awakens,” where he handed the role over to 6’11” Finnish actor Joonas Suotamo. Mayhew sadly passed away in April 2019.
Before his departure, several boxes of memorabilia were left in the attic of the old house and given to the auction house by the new owner. Although the auction house said it would return the items after receiving a backlash, Peter’s widow, Angie Mayhew, said she has yet to see them back.
Peter Mayhew Foundation Says Auctioned ‘Star Wars’ Items Still Not Returned
1 month later, temporary @RyedaleAuction1 made a public statement that the items would be returned to Mrs. Mayhew no timeline was given as to when we might receive the items. The collection will eventually be on display at Holocron Toys for all to enjoy. https://t.co/4UTyaW4Mfs
— Peter Mayhew Foundation (@TheWookieeRoars) March 6, 2023
On Monday, March 6, Angie, through the Peter Mayhew Foundation, tweeted, “1 month later, while @RyedaleAuction1 made a public statement that the items had been returned to Mrs. Mayhew no timeline was given as to when we might receive the items. The collection will eventually be on display at Holocron Toys for all to enjoy.”
They attached a tweet from BBC presenter Jon Kay, who retweeted a statement from Ryedale Auctions. The statement read: “I was approached by a lovely elderly couple who were cleaning out their attic a quarter of a century after moving into their property.”
“The contents of the loft included a bag of Star Wars memorabilia, which I thought might be of interest to Star Wars fans. This is not unusual, movie memorabilia comes up for auction all the time and there is some subsequent press interest.”
Value of ‘Star Wars’ Auctioned Items Reportedly ‘Relatively Modest’
UPDATE: Looks like a sale #Chewbacca memorabilia OFF following criticism from #StarWars fans & family of the late Peter Mayhew. Items are now being offered/donated to the actor’s Foundation @TheWookieeRoars. Statement below from the auctioneer @angusashworth @RyedaleAuction1 pic.twitter.com/rUCcENvn5M
— Jon Kay (@jonkay01) February 10, 2023
“The first I knew that the Peter Mayhew Foundation wanted to acquire it was following a tweet that got a lot of wrong feedback. No one approached us to discuss it and if they did, of course I would speak to the vendor.”
“The value of the lot is relatively modest, but knowing how much it means to the Foundation and considering that it has been in the loft for over 24 years, the vendor was quite happy to donate it to the Foundation to remain in their home. personal, not-for-profit collection, so fans can access it forever.”
“I can only apologize to all the Star Wars fans who have shown great interest in owning a bit of film history.”
Peter Mayhew Foundation ‘Very Hopeful’ Items Will Be Returned
We really hope the items are returned as they say. Holocron Toys in Fort Worth has agreed to empty two of their vintage cases to display Peter’s merchandise and a selection of items from Peter’s personal Chewbacca collection. We just don’t know when. https://t.co/T25RhuynSJ
— Peter Mayhew Foundation (@TheWookieeRoars) March 6, 2023
One fan commented, “at least it’s promising. I hope they follow. I hope when you get it, we (those who can’t possibly make it to TX) can see some pics! I’m glad it will be a place that many people can enjoy.”
Angie tweeted returned: “We really hope the items are returned as they say. Holocron Toys in Fort Worth has agreed to empty two of their vintage cases to display Peter’s merchandise and a selection of items from Peter’s personal Chewbacca collection. We just don’t know when.”
Angie Explains Why They Left ‘Star Wars’ Memorabilia In The Attic In The Middle Of The Move
Many fans wondered why the items were left for other couples. A month ago, Angie took to Twitter to answer it.
We had just come from a convention where Peter showed up and there was a water leak so Peter didn’t want me to go there either and we were running out of time. Moving in general is stressful but moving between countries with a 7’4″ disabled spouse, it’s a very difficult time.
— Peter Mayhew Foundation (@TheWookieeRoars) February 8, 2023
Almost exactly a month ago, Angie tweeted, “We had just come from a convention where Peter showed up and there was a water leak so Peter didn’t want me to go there either and we were running out of time. Moving in general is stressful but moving between countries with a 7’4″ disabled partner, it’s a very difficult time.”
Many fans hope that the lost Star Wars items are returned to the Peter Mayhew Foundation soon for all to enjoy.
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