Meet David Goodspeed: Inside the Collection
This collector struck oil with his Dallas collection!
Aug. 2, 2026
The hit television series Dallas may have ended its 13-year run in 1991, but thanks to superfan David Goodspeed, the show's legacy is still striking oil.
Joining Lisa and David is a special guest: actress Charlene Tilton, who played Lucy Ewing. Straight from the source of Dallas, she goes down memory lane as she revisits pieces from the show.
David believes it's his duty to keep the show's history alive for future generations, a mission reflected in his collection of hundreds of pieces.
Charlene shares behind-the-scenes stories, reflects on seeing these memorable pieces again, and proves that for Dallas fans, there's still plenty of oil left in the well. Take a look!
1. Patrick Duffy's Suit from the Dallas Reboot
This suit belonged to Patrick Duffy, who played Bobby Ewing, and was worn during the 2012 reboot of Dallas. It was the first screen-worn piece David was able to add to his collection.
It even bears Duffy's signature inside the pocket, helping authenticate it as a screen-used suit. It may even contain a little of Patrick Duffy's sweat, which surprisingly only adds to its appeal.
For Dallas fans, this piece is a real oil strike. According to our expert, it's worth about $2,000 today.
2. Signed Dallas Cast Poster
This poster is one of the most personal items in David's collection. In 2023, 25 former Dallas cast members gathered in California to meet fans and sign autographs.
David recreated a Season 3 Dallas promotional poster and asked the actors and actresses to sign it. Because it was created specifically for him, it holds a special place in his collection and reflects the care, dedication and passion he has for preserving the series.
Every time David showed an actor the poster, their reaction was almost better than the autograph itself. It transported both the cast and David back to the days when Dallas was on the air.
According to our expert, with 31 signatures, the poster is worth about $2,000 today.
3. Dallas Wedding Dress
This dress belonged to Kathy Podwell, who played Callie Harper Ewing later in the series.
Kathy Podwell gifted the dress to David after the two became friends, one of the perks of being a devoted Dallas collector. The dress had been in storage for quite some time, and Kathy wanted it to have a good home. Naturally, David was the first person she called.
This collector hit the jackpot with a piece that came straight from the Dallas family.
According to our expert, the dress is unique, rare and made even more valuable by coming directly from Kathy Podwell herself. This piece is truly a Dallas dream come true and a wardrobe treasure worthy of the Ewing family.
Today, it's worth about $7,000.
4. Dallas Production Vehicle Placards
When Dallas was being filmed, security was tight on set. These placards were placed on vehicle dashboards to authorize people to access the production area.
David acquired them through an online auction, and when pieces like these become available, they go quickly and at a high price.
According to our expert, this is another item straight from the source, including one placard that Charlene Tilton helped validate by sharing the story behind it, making it even more rare and special.
For Dallas fans, this piece is a true backstage pass to the history of the series. According to our expert, the placards are worth about $1,300 today.
5. Dallas Milestone Items
This is a collection of collections! David has preserved milestone moments from Dallas history, including commemorative pieces celebrating the first episode, 100th episode, 200th episode and other major achievements from the series.
Some of the items are signed, adding even more value to the collection. David acquired these pieces through various auctions, and they were originally given to cast and crew members. They offer a special connection to the series that few fans get to experience.
According to our expert, not many of these items were produced because they were made specifically for the cast and crew, making them rare finds. This collection proves David has truly kept the Dallas legacy alive through the years. Altogether, the pieces are worth about $3,000 today.
6. Dallas Oil Derricks
These miniature oil derricks are a true Dallas treasure. Inside each one are tiny vials of real oil, allowing fans to strike oil just like the characters on the series.
David acquired some of these pieces through auctions and found others through social media. In the early 1980s, they likely sold for just $3 or $4, but today they are rare collector's items.
According to David, these pieces are a testament to the power of Dallas. The show was such a phenomenon that fans would buy almost anything connected to the series. You could put oil in a cardboard box, and it would sell.
These little derricks prove that Dallas fans were always ready to strike it rich.
7. The total value of David's Dallas collection:
