Nick Dudman Signed Star Wars Empire Strikes Back Yoda TOPPS 5x7 Photo BECKETT
This rare 8x10 photograph from Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back depicts one of the film’s most memorable moments—Luke Skywalker balancing Yoda during Jedi training on Dagobah. The piece has been signed in bold blue ink by Nick Dudman, who added the inscription “make-up.”
The autograph was personally obtained in person by Steve Grad in February 2012 while Dudman was in Hollywood attending the Academy Awards, where he was recognized for his incredible contributions to film makeup and creature effects.
Nick Dudman served as part of the makeup and creature effects team on The Empire Strikes Back, working closely on the Yoda puppet under Stuart Freeborn’s supervision. His expertise helped bring Yoda’s expressive and lifelike features to the screen, setting a new standard for cinematic creature design. Dudman would go on to have an acclaimed career, contributing to major films including the Harry Potter series, Legend, and Batman.
Item: 8x10 Color Photo – Yoda & Luke on Dagobah
Signer: Nick Dudman
Inscription: “make-up”
Ink: Blue permanent marker
Provenance: Obtained in person by Steve Grad, February 2012, during the Academy Awards week in Hollywood
From: The Steve Grad Star Wars Collection
Steve Grad has been a regular cast member on the History Channel’s “Pawn Stars” since 2013, and is the Lead Authenticator at Beckett Authentication Services, as well as the former Principal Authenticator at PSA/DNA (2002–2016).
A fantastic signed behind-the-scenes collectible from The Empire Strikes Back, showcasing the artistry that made Yoda one of cinema’s most beloved and enduring creations.
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