Funko nearly went under. This former Netflix executive has a plan to revive the popular doll maker
For many celebrities, getting a Funko Pop!
For many celebrities, getting a Funko Pop! doll modeled after themselves is a sign they’ve made it in Hollywood.
The 4-inch vinyl “Pop!” figurines, with their oversize heads and black dot eyes, symbolize being ingrained in pop culture — objects fans buy, celebrate and display. At Funko’s flagship Hollywood store, there are thousands to choose from, ranging from NFL players to Disney princesses and characters from the Netflix period drama “Bridgerton.” But the publicly traded company behind the popular dolls has been facing significant headwinds.
First reported by LA Times: Business.
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