# Decrepit Rockstar Figures The Keith Richards Doll Looks Like the Man, But Won't Drink Your Whiskey By Robyn Currie | Published 2009-09-24 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keith-richards-doll References: [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=30801411&ref=sr_gallery_3&&ga_search_query=keith) There are music fans and then there are the music obsessed fans. The Keith Richards doll is an example of someone who is a music obsessed fan. Created after seeing Keith Richards in concert, the Keith Richards doll takes its cues from the man himself. Wearing expertly simulated identical clothing, the doll stands 20”, is fashioned out of polymer clay and closely resembles the [Rolling Stones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rolling-stones-bitmoji-show-lens) guitarist. Heck, it even has a cigarette in its mouth. No word on how the Keith Richards doll does when it plays Jumpin’ Jack Flash though. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 31% | Activity: 31% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Humor](https://www.trendhunter.com/humor) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Music-inspired Dolls:** There is a growing trend of creating dolls modeled after famous musicians, creating opportunities for collectibles and merchandise sales. - **Fan-generated Products:** The popularity of fan-generated products, like the Keith Richards doll, presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for individuals or companies to tap into niche markets and cater to specific fan bases. - **Authenticity in Collectibles:** Consumers are seeking more authentic and realistic collectibles, leading to the emergence of dolls like the Keith Richards doll that accurately resemble their real-life counterparts. ### Where This Applies - **Toy Manufacturing:** The toy manufacturing industry can explore opportunities in creating music-inspired dolls, catering to the demand of music fans and collectors. - **Merchandising:** The merchandising industry can capitalize on the popularity of fan-generated products, like the Keith Richards doll, by partnering with artists or bands to create unique and exclusive merchandise. - **Collectibles Market:** The collectibles market can tap into the trend of authenticity by offering high-quality, realistic dolls modeled after famous musicians, attracting collectors who value accuracy and detail. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Glamorous Rockstar-Inspired Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/david-bowie-doll.md) - [Exclusive Rock Band Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guns-n-roses-collectible.md) - [Real Hair-Packed Voodoo Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steveo.md) - [Pop Star-Inspired Holiday Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mariah-carey-barbie.md) - [Building Block Band Artworks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-art-the-rolling-stones.md) - [Late Singer-Honoring Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aaliyah-barbie.md) - [Timber Tech-Packed Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/teenage-engineering-wooden-dolls.md) - [Whimsical Doll Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wicked-for-good.md) - [Collaborative Rock Band Merch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-rolling-stones-merch.md)