Stolen Star Wars loot Lucasfilm asks for fan help
A piece of iconic Star Wars history recently became the subject of a bizarre social media stunt, involving a beloved vending machine, a content creator, and a keen interest from Lucasfilm. What began as a spectacle of alleged theft quickly transformed into a quest for a missing piece of pop culture history.
The object at the center of the commotion was a 1999 Star Wars: The Phantom Menace-themed vending machine. Originally situated outside a fire station in Mount Washington, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the machine featured young Anakin Skywalker and immediately became a coveted item for fans.
However, this cherished piece of memorabilia vanished. In its place, a new vending machine bearing a homemade art design mimicking the original took its spot, leaving onlookers and fans alike scratching their heads over the sudden change.
Lucasfilm, recognizing the potential for a viral moment, jumped in, engaging fans across social media to help track down the original machine. The official appeal sought information on the location of the missing artifact, highlighting the community’s desire to see the iconic piece returned.
The mystery deepened when the alleged thief emerged, claiming ownership over the chaotic event. Content creator Braeden Days posted a video revealing that he was responsible for the swap.
According to Days, the motivation behind the “theft” wasn’t merely about the novelty of the stunt. He claimed the original machine had been broken for three years, despite Pepsi allegedly supplying $10,000 to keep it stocked.
In his video, Days showed the stolen machine and demanded answers regarding the missing $10,000 and the circumstances that led to the vending machine’s non-functionality. While the immediate drama subsided, the story remains an intriguing blend of celebrity interest, social media stunts, and a touch of real-world commerce.
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