Aaliyah has joined the hallowed halls of legendary singers immortalized in Barbie form by doll maker Mattel. The collectible Barbie, which celebrates the artist’s enduring influence on music, fashion and pop culture, became available for pre-order Thursday on what would have been the late star’s 46th birthday.
The limited edition Aaliyah Barbie doll immediately sold out. The doll should also be available through Target for the one-day sale.
Rashad Haughton, the late singer’s brother, tells TODAY.com the "message" he hopes people get from the new Aaliyah Barbie doll.
Mattel's Barbie doll of Aaliyah was released on Thursday to honor the late singer on what would've been her 46th birthday and it sold out on the company's website in a matter of hours.
DETROIT — Aaliyah is now a Barbie girl. The late Detroit R&B singer, who died in 2001 at the age of 22, has been immortalized in Barbie form. Toymaker Mattel introduced the Aaliyah Barbie Thursday, on what would have marked the singer’s 46th birthday.
This was something that was always on our radar,” Rashad Haughton tells Vanity Fair of collaborating with Mattel.
The Aaliyah doll has been released as a part of the Barbie Music Collector Series, which has included collectible dolls of Stevie Nicks, Gloria Estefan, David Bowie and Tina Turner, among others.
The Aaliyah Barbie doll is inspired by her iconic "One in a Million" music video. The figure is dressed in a black faux leather ensemble with several accessories that scream '90s,
Mattel honored the late R&B legend Aaliyah on what would have her 46th b'day with a special-edition Barbie doll, and it sold out within hours
The Aaliyah Barbie is more than just a doll. It is a tribute to a trailblazer whose influence continues to inspire generations. Fans and collectors alike can shop the latest doll to secure this must-have through digital mass retailers including Mattel Shop, Walmart and Amazon.
The "Princess of R&B" has been enshrined in plastic, and Mattel's new collectible doll celebrating Aaliyah's memory is nothing less than fantastic. The latest entry in Mattel Creations' growing Music Series,
The doll is part of the Barbie Music Series, which features dolls of other iconic artists like Gloria Estefan and Stevie Nicks. Mattel's Barbie doll of Aaliyah was released on Thursday to honor ...