Homies

Homies are a series of 2-inch figurines loosely based upon Chicano (Mexican American) characters in the life of artist David Gonzales. First created in 1998, these plastic figurines were initially sold via vending machines typically positioned in supermarkets, but quickly became collectibles among young children and teenagers. The toy branched out to include a line of die-cast cars, bobble heads, etc., as well as women, children, teens, Filipino, Japanese, and Puerto Rican characters. Homies have become a highly collectible item among fans of the line, and many imitation toys have hit the market following their success.