Eminem may not be fond of Grammy politics, but he still shows up where it matters. Once again, he is donating personal items to support fellow artists through MusiCares’ Grammy Week charity auction.
Auction Open for Bids Now
Julien’s Auctions run the event for MusiCares, with bidding open now ahead of the Grammy weekend. MusiCares, the Recording Academy’s charity arm, helps musicians in financial, medical, and personal crisis situations.
Each year, major stars donate items for the cause, and 2026 is no different. From Boy George and Shakira to Coldplay and Teddy Swims, the auction crosses genres and generations. As always, one of the names generating the most buzz in the headlines is Eminem.
Signed Jordans Up for Bidding
Eminem’s contribution is a pair of white, black, and grey Nike Air Jordans (US Size 10.5), personally worn and signed “Shady” by the artist himself. Each shoe carries his signature in black marker, and they come housed in the original red shoebox.
You might remember Eminem wearing this exact model, if not this pair, for Jimmy Iovine’s birthday in 2023.
The sneakers started with a minimum bid of $500 and are estimated to fetch up to $3,000. As of now, seven bids have pushed the price to $1,750. That’s lower than his 2023 auction shoes, which hit $8,000 after just eight bids, but bidding has only just begun.
A History of Quiet Generosity
This isn’t a one-time gesture for Eminem. He’s participated in MusiCares auctions multiple times before, quietly giving back without seeking the spotlight. Despite being critical of the Recording Academy and its politics, his support for struggling artists has remained consistent. And we don’t even mention here his Marshall Mathers Foundation, which helps people in need in the Detroit area.
Proceeds Go to Musicians in Need
All funds raised from the sale of donated items will go directly to MusiCares. The organisation provides everything from mental health services to addiction recovery and emergency financial aid to musicians facing crisis.
So, while Eminem may skip the red carpet, his shoes are still stepping in where it counts.
