We’ve been contacted by the bunch at www.SplitScreenEntertainment.com regarding the plight of a fellow Star Wars interviewer and comedian, Bananakin Skywalker.
Read on after the break for more information on how you can help him out.
SplitScreen Entertainment, producers of the tribute albums “KISS MY ANKH” and “WHOLE LOTTA LOVE,” is coming to the aid of its friend and colleague, comedian C.C. Banana (a.k.a. “Bananakin Skywalker”). A performer on both of its aforementioned tributes, C.C. Banana is best known for his humorous interviews with members of such legendary rock bands as Kiss, Poison and Twisted Sister, as well as “Star Wars” icons including Peter Mayhew, Ray Park and even George Lucas. C.C. was recently in the process of recording a solo album (including a “Star Wars” themed song parody) when his family was struck by severe financial hardship, brought on by the sudden decline of an ailing family member. As a result, he is now on the verge of losing the house he has lived in since birth.
Bananakin Skywalker interviews the stars of Star Wars
Bananakin Skywalker vs. George Lucas
In effort to save the family home, SplitScreen Entertainment is organizing a series of auctions on behalf of C.C. Banana, including autographed items from his rock & roll friends and heroes. Additionally, C.C. is parting with items from his cherished “Star Wars” collection, including rare and exclusive Hasbro action figures, sealed Playskool and Galactic Heroes items, boxed Lego sets and much more, nearly all of which have been preserved in mint condition. He is also letting go of some extremely hard-to-find promotional store displays unavailable to the general public, still new and unassembled. Links to a few spotlight auctions are included below.
Star Wars Special Edition Pepsi Death Star mobile
Star Wars Special Edition Pepsi Cube Stackers display
Star Wars Episode 1 VHS release 6′ x 3′ promo standee
Star Wars Episode 1 VHS release 18″ hanging promo “box”
Also being auctioned are many of C.C. Banana’s other rock & roll treasures and pop culture collectibles, including rare and out-of-print CDs, DVDs, action figures, toys and assorted collector’s items C.C. has acquired over the years. SplitScreen Entertainment will also be helping in its own way via proceeds from sales of its two albums featuring C.C. Banana. Fans wishing to donate directly may do so via GiveForward in exchange for various levels of rewards. SplitScreen Entertainment will deduct no administrative fees and every cent raised will go toward C.C. Banana’s immediate financial concerns.
The latest batch of auctions is now online, with more to be added in the coming weeks. SplitScreen Entertainment asks all who have enjoyed C.C. Banana’s many interviews and adventures over the years to come to his aid in his time of need. No gesture is too small or unappreciated. Further details can be found at the SplitScreen Entertainment website.