Madonna’s vintage costume, jewelry, and other clothing items go missing following her Coachella performance.

Two bags belonging to renowned pop icon Madonna have reportedly gone missing following her surprise performance at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival. According to local law enforcement, the bags, which contained vintage costumes, clothing, jewelry, and other personal items, were last accounted for on a golf cart at the Empire Polo Grounds around 1:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 18, shortly after Madonna’s unexpected appearance during singer Sabrina Carpenter’s headlining set.

Indio police are currently investigating the incident but have not yet determined whether the bags were stolen or inadvertently misplaced. A representative from Madonna’s team notified authorities of the missing items at approximately 7:30 p.m. Saturday. According to reports, the bags may have fallen from a staff-operated golf cart before they could be secured for transport to a hotel. Staff members realized the bags were missing upon their arrival at their accommodations.

Among the contents of the missing bags is a vintage costume worn by Madonna during her performance, which includes a jacket, corset, dress, and various accessories. This ensemble holds particular significance, as it reflects her history at Coachella, where she made her debut in 2005. In a statement shared on social media, Madonna emphasized the personal value of the items, stating that they are not merely garments but integral parts of her artistic legacy. Additionally, other archival items from the same era are also reported to be missing.

While police have not disclosed the estimated value of the lost items, they have urged anyone who might have come across the missing bags to return them to the Indio Police Department at 46800 Jackson St. or to contact them at 760-391-4057 with relevant information. Madonna has also appealed directly to the public for assistance, encouraging anyone with leads to reach out to her team via email. She has indicated a willingness to offer a reward for the safe return of her belongings.

The incident underscores the complexities and challenges artists face when managing logistics during high-profile events, particularly within the fast-paced environment of music festivals. As investigations continue, the hope remains that Madonna’s cherished memorabilia will be recovered promptly.