Mattel Unveils Whitney Houston Barbie Signature

Mattel has released its first Whitney Houston Barbie Signature Doll, timed to what would have been her 63rd birthday, styled after the singer’s I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me) look from the 1987 video. The doll, created in collaboration with Pat Houston and Whitney’s estate, features a purple dress, bold drop earrings, vibrant eye makeup, and a microphone stand, emphasizing details fans associate with Houston’s iconic era. Talks about a Whitney doll project date back years, with Pat Houston noting the project aligns with Whitney’s dream of seeing her artistry celebrated, and the release is described as a lasting tribute to her legacy. Availability spans online and in stores—Target, Amazon, Walmart, and Mattel Creations—at a $60 retail price. The rollout was unveiled at the Legacy of Love Gala in Atlanta and has been framed as a meaningful, generational celebration of Houston’s career and influence, with the broader WH1TNEY album tie-ins and the estate’s involvement in preserving her artistry for future generations.