For tenner , Richard Simmonshas been both a fitness picture and a motivational speaker , acting as a wellness life autobus for millions of ardent devotee . Simmons has largely stayed out of the public middle lately — he was even thesubjectof a 2017 podcast , Missing Richard Simmons , that tried to resolve why he retire from appearances — but his fans can still draw in workout inspiration from his irritable persona . And now , Simmons ’s stylemark mellow - energy dash is being immortalized in natural action figure form .
The 8 - inch toy dog ismadeby NECA , a popular collectibles mark , and features Simmons in all hisSweatin ’ to the Oldiesglory . The Simmons facsimile come in with real fabric shorts and tank top as well as two standardised heads — one with Simmons smiling and another capturing him in the throes of motivational ecstasy .
NECA has previously made figures paying tribute toThe Joy of PaintinghostBob Rossas well as a descent of repulsion icons like Freddy Krueger and Jason Voorhees . Though the party does not endorse it , it would be potential to have these genial personalities stalked by relentless killers in the comfort of your family .
The NECA frame is part of a novel push for Simmons merchandise . license company WildBrain CPLG recently struck a deal with Simmons ’s Plaster Partners for an entirelineof products , including accessories , food and drink items , apparel , and more . The toy is among the first items to be released , with NECA also eyeing game and other figures . WildBrain CPLG has also partner withFunko , presumably for a Pop ! base on Simmons .
The NECA figure is scheduled for press release in September . More Simmons good will be rolled out leading into the 2020 holiday season and beyond .
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