Mattel has unveiled a special Lunar New Year Barbie doll for 2025, following the brand's massive surge in popularity since 2023. With celebrity collaborations and the success of the Margot Robbie-led Barbie movie,

A limited edition Barbie of Aaliyah sold out within hours of going on sale on what would have been the late R&B singer’s 46th birthday.

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 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.

From the timeless Barbie logo to its diverse array of iconic dolls (special shoutout to Magic Earring Ken), Mattel has built an empire of uplifting and empowering products that push the boundaries of imagination. Below are just a handful of our favourite dolls inspired by legendary celebrities from past to present.

A writer explains what the new Aaliyah Barbie doll means to little Black girls and why it's important to have representation in toys.

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.

Released on what would have been the late singer's 46th birthday, preorders for the Mattel Creations' doll are selling out fast