Logan Paul, the WWE star and social media influencer, believes Pokémon card prices stay strong because of community demand. He recently shared this view while announcing plans to auction his famous Pikachu Illustrator card, which he bought for nearly 5.3 million dollars in 2021.[1][2] That purchase set a Guinness World Record for the most expensive Pokémon card in a private sale.[1][2]
Paul sees the timing as perfect for selling. He told Bloomberg TV that the Pokémon market is hotter than ever, thanks to growing interest from collectors worldwide.[1][2] He teamed up with Ken Goldin, CEO of Goldin Auctions, a top house for sports cards and collectibles. As part of the deal, Paul got a 2.5 million dollar advance, even after turning down Goldin’s earlier 7.5 million dollar offer for the card.[2]
What drives these sky-high prices? Paul points to the passionate community of fans and investors who keep demand high.[2] Goldin agrees, noting that rare collectibles like Pokémon cards are becoming a hot alternative to stocks for wealthy buyers.[2] He compared it to a Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant card that sold for 12 million dollars, showing steady interest in top items.[2]
Paul’s move highlights how celebrity collectors boost the market. When stars like him and DJ Steve Aoki show off their collections and open packs on video, it pulls in more buyers and pushes prices up.[4] His Pikachu Illustrator, in pristine condition, could fetch even more now amid this buzz.[1][3]
For Pokémon card fans tracking values on sites like PokemonPricing.com, this is a reminder that community hype and big-name involvement often fuel price jumps. Paul urges people to consider collectibles as smart investments, driven by that shared excitement among traders and enthusiasts.[3]
