Famous Celebrities Who Collect Action Figures
Getting into the world of figure collecting is like falling down a rabbit hole and it's not just us regular folks who get hooked. Some of Hollywood's biggest stars are die-hard collectors too. From vintage Star Wars to modern Funko POPs, here are a few celebrities who proudly share our obsession with toys and collectibles.
Leonardo DiCaprio
Star Wars, He-Man & Vintage Classics
Still one of the most recognized A-list actors today, DiCaprio is also known to be a serious collector. His stash once included vintage action figures from franchises like Star Wars, He-Man, and Planet of the Apes. In 2006, he auctioned off a large portion of his collection to raise funds for his environmental foundation via Morphy Auctions, proving he's both a collector and a philanthropist.
James Gunn
A Funko POP Collector (and One Himself!)
The filmmaker behind Guardians of the Galaxy and The Suicide Squad is a certified Funko fan. James Gunn not only collects Funko POPs, but in 2017 he became one, when a limited-edition James Gunn Funko POP was released at New York Comic Con, limited to just 500 pieces.
Titus Welliver
From Comics to Nostalgia Toys
You may know him from Bosch or Lost, but Titus Welliver is also a serious collector. His love for toys started back in the '60s and spans fandoms like Superman, Alien, Wolverine, and Batman. His “holy grail”? A rare Indiana Jones plush made by Mego. For him, collecting is about nostalgia and character connection.
Rick Springfield
Rock Star with Rare Star Wars Finds
According to Rolling Stone, this music legend has a massive Star Wars collection that includes everything from common Luke Skywalker figures to ultra-rare Turkish bootlegs. His crown jewel? A “Blue Stars” Boba Fett knockoff is so rare it’s worth a down payment on a house. Yes, seriously.
Pharoahe Monch
From Rap to Retro Plastic
The rapper Pharoahe Monch dove into collecting in 2020, thanks to encouragement from Instagram influencer and figure reviewer Count Wade Merrick (@unparalleled_universe). It all started with a Marvel Legends Retro Thing figure and soon snowballed into a full-blown addiction. He aimed to complete the Fantastic Four, then expanded into other lines. In his own words, he found joy in the hobby and a community of collectors “hiding their hauls from their partners.” Relatable.
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