His name has adorned some pretty hefty real-life military tech, from missile systems to advanced navigation tools. R2-D2’s unlikely but enduring friendship with the fussy protocol droid C-3PO is another aspect of his character that fans adore. As if this beloved bot wasn’t iconic enough already, Funko has given him a glitzy treatment for Disney’s 100th Anniversary.

Star Wars Celebration takes place at the Anaheim Convention Center from May 26 to 29. Originally scheduled for 2020, the event year was moved due to the pandemic.But did you know that our beloved Artoo has had his fair share of unexpected adventures? Let’s dive right into the fascinating universe of this iconic droid. Beyond his famous escapades with Skywalker and crew, he once teamed up with an elite droid-only task force called D-Squad in the animated Clone Wars series. Yet, through all his adventures, one thing remains constant: Artoo’s unwavering loyalty to the good side. R5-D4’s story arc in the franchise was all geared around a malfunction, had this not occurred it would have been R5 instead of R2 teaming up with Luke. The Funko Pop! The Walt Disney Company 100th Anniversary collection is a mix of various Funko Pop! vinyl figures, including new Pop! Disney, Pop! Icons, Pop! Marvel and Pop! Movie Posters figures.

He helped destroy the Death Star, saved Princess Leia, and played a pivotal role in defeating the Empire. Disney was founded on October 16, 1923 by brothers Walt and Roy O. Disney as Disney Brothers Studio; it also operated under the names Walt Disney Studio and Walt Disney Productions before changing its name to The Walt Disney Company in 1986.Diving into the world of collectibles often leads to treasures that tug at our nostalgia. The new Funko Pop! Star Wars: R2-D2 Lights and Sounds Funko Pop! Vinyl Figure – Funko Shop Exclusive is one such gem. Channeling the essence of a galaxy far, far away, this exclusive piece promises more than just a place on your shelf—it’s a journey into iconic Star Wars moments with every glance. The R5-D4 unit was part of the R5 astromech droid line, which was known for being unpredictable and often dysfunctional. But it wasn’t until Star Wars: A New Hope that R’s true importance was revealed in the story. Featuring classic characters and new Diamond Collection versions, 2022 Funko Star Wars Celebration Exclusives figures supply fans and collectors with a few different vinyl choices.

The recently announced Funko Pop! vinyl R2-D2 (Facet) figure is the first Star Wars character to be part of the Funko Pop! Disney 100th collection, but still box numbered in the Pop! Star Wars series. The new Pop! vinyl Star Wars R2-D2 figure is a Funko exclusive and has been given a special faceted look. Here’s an intriguing tidbit – Artoo might owe his quirky nomenclature to an off-the-cuff comment during a sound editing session for the film American Graffiti.The silver screen has often enjoyed inserting our favorite little droid into some unexpected spots. The Walt Disney Company is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year, and Disney is celebrating this milestone with a 12-month celebration called “Disney100”, filled with exclusive products and exciting events around the world.

With a simple press atop this bobblehead, you can relive the magic as R2-D2 lights up and produces those iconic sounds.What better way to commemorate an out-of-this-world fandom than with this one-of-a-kind Funko Pop version of everyone’s favorite Star Wars droid, R2-D2! Speaking of surprises, ever noticed how articulate R2-D2 sounds despite not uttering a single comprehensible word?