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YouTuber Airrack's Auction of Gail Lewis Signed Walmart Vest Ends with Charitable Twist

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After sparking a bidding frenzy on eBay, a Walmart vest autographed by viral TikTok star Gail Lewis found a new home through a Goldin auction, ultimately benefiting charity. Erick "Airrack" Decker, the YouTuber behind the auction, initially listed the vest on eBay, where it attracted bids exceeding $400,000 USD. However, due to an unexpected surge in bidding activity, eBay removed the listing and banned Decker from the platform.

The vest, signed by Gail Lewis after her heartfelt farewell video at Walmart went viral, symbolizing a folk hero status akin to that of retiring first responders, was then listed with Goldin, a renowned auction house famous for sports memorabilia and other collectible categories. This move allowed the auction to continue, ultimately concluding with a winning bid of $13,420 USD by OTIA Sports. The entire sum was donated to the Children’s Miracle Network, a charity chosen by Lewis herself.

The winning bidder, OTIA Sports, led by founder Jason Koonce, now proudly displays the vest in their office, showcasing a unique piece of viral internet history. The successful auction highlights the power of social media fame and the positive impact it can have when channeled towards charitable causes.