A rare, original costume of Darth Vader, one of the most iconic villains in film history, is set to be auctioned this month. The suit — which includes Vader’s infamous black helmet, capes and gloves — was worn in “Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back” and is being sold May 14 at the Los Angeles Bonhams auction house. It can be viewed by the public over two weekends starting Saturday — as a treat for fans celebrating May the Fourth, also known as Star Wars Day. Although Malone thought of Robby the Robot as a son, Eller sees the Vader costume as a part of his past. Star Wars costume designer John Mollo made the outfit in London in 1979.

Source: National Post May 04, 2019 20:48 UTC