LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 11, 2026--
Abell Auction Co. is pleased to present “The Estate of Legendary Record Producer Richard Perry” on May 21, spotlighting instruments, furnishings, gold records and memorabilia belonging to one of the most accomplished music producers of the 1970s and beyond. Together, the pieces reflect the music sessions and legendary gatherings at his Los Angeles home that shaped his world and relationships, and left a lasting impact on American popular culture. Live online bidding will begin at 10 a.m. PDT.
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Over the course of a career spanning more than five decades, Perry worked with an extraordinary roster of artists, including Carly Simon, Harry Nilsson, Rod Stewart, Ringo Starr, Barbra Streisand, Diana Ross, Art Garfunkel and the Pointer Sisters. Widely admired for matching the right song with the right artist, Perry was behind enduring hits such as “You’re So Vain,” “Without You” and “I’m So Excited.”
A onetime drummer, oboist and doo-wop singer, Perry was known for moving effortlessly across pop, rock, standards and crossover recordings while bringing a polished musical instinct to every project. Among his many career highlights was producing Ringo Starr’s 1973 “Ringo” album, noted for featuring contributions from all four Beatles. He also helped produce Rod Stewart’s highly successful “The Great American Songbook” series and was credited with helping guide his successful move into standards.
“Richard Perry helped shape the sound of popular music for more than five decades, and this auction reflects the extraordinary breadth of his influence well beyond the studio,” said Todd Schireson, vice president of Abell Auction Co. “The pieces in this sale capture not only Perry’s remarkable professional legacy, but also the creative world that unfolded in his home over many years, from impromptu performances around the piano to music played late into the night from a well-loved jukebox.”
Highlighted items include:
In 2015, Perry was honored with the Grammy Trustees Award in recognition of his significant contributions to the field of recording. He was also among the few producers to earn No. 1 hits across the pop, R&B, dance and country charts, underscoring both his versatility and far-reaching influence in American music.
“What makes this auction especially compelling is the sense of personal history behind the objects,” said Patrick Abell, vice president of Abell Auction Co. “These are not simply keepsakes from Richard Perry’s remarkable career. They carry the stories of late-night music sessions, remarkable friendships and unforgettable moments in time.”
Auction Date & Time
May 21, 2026, with live online bidding starting at 10 a.m. PDT
Preview Exhibition
May 13-14 and May 18-20 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Abell Auction Co.’s Los Angeles gallery, 6620 Telegraph Rd., Los Angeles, CA 90040.
Registration & Bidding
Register in advance and explore auction items at www.abell.com. Buyers may place absentee bids with Abell directly, bid via telephone or bid online at www.abell.com, LiveAuctioneers.com or Invaluable.com.
To speak with an auctioneer, call 310.858.3073.
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Richard Perry, circa 1970s. Courtesy of The Richard Perry Estate.
