'I want one': Internet rejoices as Jason Kelce's shirtless moment becomes collectible Funko pop figurine
EVERETT, WASHINGTON: The NFL playoffs often produce unforgettable moments - breathtaking last-second victories, shocking upsets, and emotional post-game celebrations. But this year, it was an unexpected shirtless appearance by Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce that truly broke the internet.
Jason's boisterous semi-nude cheering quickly went viral, endearing him even more to fans. Now, in perhaps the ultimate validation of his meme-worthy episode, Jason is being immortalized as a collectible figurine by Funko. The company is releasing a mini 'Pop! Jason Kelce (Shirtless)' that captures him in all his shirtless glory, per PEOPLE.
Funko immortalizes Jason Kelce's viral shirtless moment with Pop figurine
The figurine, which retails for $25, features Jason holding a beer and sporting his outfit from that fateful January day - a Chiefs beanie, gray pants, and work boots. But of course, the main attraction is his bare chest and torso, which Funko made sure to emphasize just as he did when he ripped off his shirt in wild excitement.
The magical moment in question occurred during the NFL playoffs as Jason cheered on his brother Travis Kelce, tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs. When Travis scored a touchdown against the Buffalo Bills, Jason leapt out of his VIP suite shirtless and into the stands, yelling triumphantly at the Bills fans surrounding him.
The raw, boisterous display of emotion and brotherly support instantly went viral, endearing Jason even more to fans across the country. Now Funko is hoping to capture and immortalize that energy with the Pop! figurine.
In their press release announcing the product, they stated it was meant to encapsulate the "raw excitement of supporting a loved one at a big game." Funko has pledged that proceeds from the pre-order period will go towards the Patricia Allen Fund at Oishei Children's Hospital in Buffalo.
Jason isn't the only Kelce to be immortalized in miniature form. Mattel has recently revealed a lineup of Fisher-Price Little People featuring Travis, along with football stars Patrick Mahomes, L’Jarius Sneed, Brock Purdy, Christian McCaffrey, and Fred Warner.
Internet reacts to news of Jason Kelce's shirtless Funko Pop figure
As news of Jason's shirtless Funko Pop figure broke, the online community erupted with a spectrum of reactions, each encapsulating the buzz surrounding this unexpected collectible. One X user, astounded by the swift production, exclaimed, "Wow, they got that made fast!"
Another user added a touch of humor, attributing the phenomenon to "The Taylor effect lmao." A more creative suggestion came from a third user who chimed in, "They should have made him a bobblehead."
Expressing amusement, another user noted, "Funny and unexpected!" Meanwhile, a fifth user succinctly declared, "I want one!" Concluding the varied responses, a sixth user simply expressed, "Love this."
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