# Gay Action Figures Pink Plastic Suckadelic Toys That Shouldn't be Left in the Closet By Cowbag | Published 2009-02-16 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gay-action-figures-openly-gay-pink-plastic-toys References: [mcachicagostore.org](http://www.mcachicagostore.org/main/item_detail.php?pid=1035&cat=Art) This [pink action figurine](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pink-soldier-saber) clearly reminds me of a gay stormtrooper, but that is a whole other kettle of fish… Disappointing in size, this [3.75″ pink resin-cast figure](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pop-top) was created by SUCKADELIC and claims to be “the first openly gay action figure” produced on a large scale. Apparently a custom enhanced “package” in his armor and hand painting make him bespoke. The gay action figure is pretty darn cool and available from the Museum of Contemporary Art. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 9% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Openly Gay Action Figures:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a line of diverse and inclusive action figures that represent different sexual orientations, challenging traditional gender norms in the toy industry. - **Customized Action Figures:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a platform or service that allows customers to personalize and customize their own action figures, tapping into the growing demand for unique and individualized products. - **Art-inspired Action Figures:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with artists and museums to create limited-edition action figures that blend art, pop culture, and collectible toys. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Toy Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Embrace diversity and inclusivity by introducing LGBTQ+ characters and storylines into mainstream toy lines, catering to a more diverse consumer base. - **3D Printing Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Utilize 3D printing technology to allow customers to design and print their own action figures, offering a more sustainable and customizable alternative to mass-produced toys. - **Art and Pop Culture Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Foster collaborations between artists, designers, and toy manufacturers to create unique and collectible art-inspired action figures, tapping into the growing market for art collectibles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Chrome-Colored Action Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-toys-1.md) - [Collectible Action Icons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-toys-2.md) - [Designer Pop Culture Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kkplus.md) - [Selfie-Based Action Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/formlabs.md) - [Queer Storytelling Sculptural Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/something-sticky-series.md) - [Pixelated Action Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minecraft-legends-portal.md) - [Pink-Inspired Saber Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pink-soldier-saber.md) - [Artist-Designed Toy Lineups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/art-toy-series.md) - [Villainous Action Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-goblin.md)