Oh, I wanna dance with a Barbie! For its latest doll drop, Mattel is shining a spotlight on the legendary singer Whitney Houston.
Four decades ago, Houston made history with the release of her debut album, kicking off a record-breaking career that defined a generation of pop music. She’s served lots of unforgettable looks over the years, but for her 40th anniversary, this Barbie doll gives us one moment in time: the iconic 1987 “I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me)” music video.
Whitney Houston is every woman, including Barbie! | Source: Mattel
Whitney Houston is every woman, including Barbie! | Source: Mattel
Whitney Houston is every woman, including Barbie! | Source: Mattel
Whitney Houston is every woman, including Barbie! | Source: Mattel
Whitney Houston is every woman, including Barbie! | Source: Mattel
Whitney Houston is every woman, including Barbie! | Source: Mattel/The Pop Insider
Available now, the Barbie Signature Whitney Houston Doll perfectly recreates the singer’s outfit from the original video. She rocks a body-hugging violet dress, which she pairs with colorful drop earrings, vibrant makeup, a playful pair of pumps, and her stunning ‘80s curls. She can dance the night away with her articulated joints, jam out with the microphone accessories, or strike a pose on the included doll stand. Whether on the shelf or the stage, this collectible will definitely steal the show.
If you’re feeling “So Emotional,” don’t worry! Fans can score the Barbie Signature Whitney Houston doll now at mass retailers and on mattelcreations.com.
BARBIE SIGNATURE WHITNEY HOUSTON DOLL
Inspired by her look from the 1987 "I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me)" music video, this doll rocks a body-hugging lilac dress, colorful drop earrings, vibrant makeup, a playful pair of pumps, and her stunning ‘80s curls. Pose her with the included doll stand and microphone accessory.
