Get ready to moonwalk down the collectible aisle because of the newest
Funko Pop! Rocks: Michael Jackson (Superbowl) Funko Pop! Vinyl Figure (2023 release) is all about the King of Pop in his Super Bowl glory. With the magic of '93 distilled into a charming caricature, this figure captures MJ in his halftime show zenith.
Update: Michael Jackson (Super Bowl) is now available for pre-order! To get your hands on this Pop Vinyl Figure at its release, be sure to check out the links I've provided below – click to jump or keep scrolling for more details!
Unveiling the King of Pop's Super Bowl Legacy in Funko Form!
The halftime show that left everyone speechless has been immortalized in vinyl, and it's as epic as the performance itself! Meet the newest Funko Pop! family member: the Michael Jackson Super Bowl figure.
Decked out in his iconic black and silver outfit, complete with those famous loafers and white socks, this Funko Pop! truly captures MJ's essence from that groundbreaking day.
He's posed mid-dance move, microphone in hand, ready to moonwalk his way across your shelf. The attention to detail is uncanny – from the curls in his hair to the sparkle on his shirt, it's like a tiny Michael just stepped out of 1993 and into your collection.
With this little guy, you're not just taking home a piece of memorabilia; you're grabbing a slice of pop culture history! So, clear some space next to your other collectibles; the King of Pop is about to make a grand entrance.
Michael Jackson (Superbowl) Funko Pop! can be found for pre-order at the links below (click to jump!)
Michael Jackson's Super Bowl Spectacle: A Game-Changer in Halftime History
If you're a fan of both football and iconic pop performances, let's rewind to 1993, when Michael Jackson redefined what a Super Bowl halftime show could be.
It was January 31, at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California, and the King of Pop was about to step onto the stage. This wasn't just any performance but a pivotal moment in Super Bowl history.
Imagine the scene: the stadium buzzing with anticipation, and then, bam! MJ pops up from below the stage. He's frozen in a pose, and the crowd is going wild.
He stands there, motionless, for a whopping 90 seconds - talk about making an entrance! The man knew how to captivate an audience without even moving a muscle.
Don Mischer, the maestro behind the production, recalls the tension in the air. Mischer, who had previously worked with Jackson, was handpicked by the star for this gig.
Michael's only cue for starting the show? His iconic move of touching his glasses. And when that moment came, the show took off like a rocket.
Now, let's get this straight: before MJ's appearance, Super Bowl halftime shows were... let's say, less than thrilling. We're talking marching bands and thematic performances that didn't precisely glue viewers to their TV screens.
In fact, in 1992, people switched channels to catch a special episode of "In Living Color" instead of the halftime show. Ouch!
Jackson's performance was a game-changer. He blasted through a medley of hits like "Jam," "Billie Jean," "Black or White," and "Heal the World." It was more than a concert; it was a cultural moment.
For the first time, the Super Bowl halftime show pulled in more viewers than the game itself. That's right, people tuned in just to watch MJ do his thing.
The NFL knew they hit the jackpot. After Jackson, the halftime show became a slot coveted by the biggest names in music.
Think Prince, Beyoncé, and more recently, Rihanna. Michael Jackson didn't just perform; he transformed the Super Bowl halftime into a mini-concert that millions worldwide eagerly anticipate.
Let's not forget the controversy, though. MJ's signature crotch-grabbing move stirred up a bit of a storm, but it was MJ being MJ – unapologetically himself.
And the best part? He did all this for the thrill of the performance, not for a paycheck. Talk about dedication to his art!
Decades later, the impact of Michael Jackson's Super Bowl halftime show is unmistakable in the DNA of every subsequent performance. As new artists take center stage each year, there's a subtle nod to the trail Jackson blazed back in 1993.
His legacy in the Super Bowl history books is clear: Michael Jackson transformed a halftime break into a must-see global event, a legacy that continues to resonate and inspire.
