One of the world’s most talented and famous Latin music stars, Selena Quintanilla, is getting a Funko Pop action figure and a new series on Netflix beginning on December 4th.
The Funko Pop line will have many different costumes. The traditional version of the action figure will feature her costume from the famous RodeoHouston live performance in 1995. It is a glittery burgundy outfit. This version of the action figure can be pre-ordered at Amazon and Hot Topic.
There is also a version with sparkly diamonds that can be pre-ordered exclusively at Hot Topic. It is best to pre-order the item because Hot Topic has already stated that they expect to sell out of the action figure with pre-orders alone. There will be a version with Selena’s Grammys outfit that will be exclusively sold at FunkoShop in 2021. At the time of this report, Amazon has stated that they sold out of the first wave of products in 40 minutes.
Selena’s family was a part of the research and development process for creating the Funko Pop line. “I am excited to partner with Funko on this release celebrating Selena’s ongoing legacy,” said Suzette, Selena’s sister, via press release. “These Funko Pop products honor some of the most influential musicians and I am humbled to have Selena be part of this historic line showcasing her place in pop culture.”
The action figures will retail at $10.99. For everyone that is not lucky enough to get a pre-order, the product will be re-released in stores in March 2021. Funko said, “This historic line pays homage to this month’s Billboard’s Greatest of All Time Female Latin Artist and is a tangible way for her millions of global fans to display their affinity for Selena.”
The family also worked with Bumpboxx to release an exclusive Selena version of the Bluetooth music player. “The Selena collaboration by far has been the most successful thus far by a long shot. We believe it is because people adored her. Her fan base is like no other and are very loyal,” expressed Rob Owens-CEO of Bumpboxx. “This surely won’t be the last project we work on with her estate.”
The Selena Bumpboxx has been sold out since Wednesday but retailers are expecting new shipments before the holidays. As for the Netflix series, the video-streaming service thinks they may have a hit on their hands. “Iconic Mexican-American performer Selena rises to fame as she and her family make sacrifices in order to achieve their lifelong dreams,” said a representative at Netflix.
The show stars Christian Serratos, Gabriel Chavarria, and Richard Chavira. Discussing the new Netflix series is one of the most popular debates taking place this week among digital media outlets. Some critics are suggesting that the video-streaming service has not placed enough emphasis on who Selena was as a person, thereby creating a show that lacks depth in plot and characterization. Others believe that Netflix has put together another great show that successfully honors the late singer and gives Generation Z the opportunity to experience the person and music for the first time.