There are few honors that can match being immortalized in the form of a Barbie doll.
Just eight years after its debut in 1959, Barbie released 60s icon Twiggy, the first of many celebrity Barbies.
Since then, Mattel has created Barbies of Hollywood icons such as Marilyn Monroe and Grace Kelly.
Of course, in 2015, Mattel launched its “Role Models” campaign, giving away Barbie dolls in their own likeness to inspirational women like Zendaya and Kristin Chenoweth.
Most recently, Queen Camilla and Kylie Minogue had the honor of having a Barbie doll made in their image…
Check out all the best celebrity Barbie dolls.
To commemorate EGOT winner Rita Moreno’s 93rd birthday on December 11, 2024, Barbie has released a doll version of her. The Barbie doll in question is wearing the same outfit that Rita wore when she won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress in 1962.
Australian superstar Kylie Minogue will receive her own Barbie doll in mid-2024. Kylie Minogue Barbie wears Kylie’s bright red outfit from the “Padam Padam” music video.
“I think ‘Padam Padam’ was perfect for my Barbie doll because she’s very contemporary,” Kylie said of Barbie. “I feel like she’s timeless. She’s pop, it’s such a unique costume… She looks amazing. She’s got drama.”
To celebrate the brand’s 65th anniversary, Barbie has released a set of dolls that recognize women around the world who embody the Barbie spirit. And Queen Camilla was one of those women.
After being presented with a doll wearing replicas of Camilla’s Fiona Claire dress and Amanda Wakeley coat, the Queen said: “Thank you so much. It’s wonderful. You’ve taken almost 50 years from my life.” Everyone should have a Barbie doll!”
Also, as part of the brand’s 65th anniversary celebration, Mattel created a Barbie doll in the likeness of Matilda star Mary Fowler.
“When I first saw myself as Barbie, it was crazy. I was a little speechless, to be honest,” said Mary when she was gifted the doll.
After bringing Barbie to life, it was only natural that Mattel would immortalize Margot Robbie with a doll of her own.
America Ferrera also transformed Barbie doll Gloria into a glamorous doll after the movie’s huge success.
In 2023, Stevie Nicks got her signature Barbie as part of the brand’s music series. This doll wears the same enchanting, witchy black dress that Stevie wore on the cover of her seminal record, Rumours.
Cher has been a central figure in pop culture for decades, from her days as Sonny and Cher to her rise to becoming a pop mogul. She’s so iconic that Mattel created four Barbie dolls featuring her. This is a recreation of her “If I could turn back time” look.
Grace Kelly was also given a replica of her own Barbie doll. Her Barbie doll is inspired by the character from Alfred Hitchcock’s Rear Window and wears a dreamy white skirt and black satin top.
Marilyn Monroe is the quintessential Barbie doll, so it’s no wonder they’ve released multiple blonde bombshell Barbie dolls over the years.
Dame Helen Mirren’s Barbie doll is a remake of her Regency-inspired blue bouffant appearance at the 76th Cannes Film Festival.
The iconic hit song “Man! I Feel Like a Woman!” And “That Don’t Impress Me Much” has her own Barbie doll.
Viola Davis is an award-winning actress, best-selling author, and inspirational activist…so, of course, she was made into a Barbie doll.
In 2022, Mattel immortalized the late Tina Turner in the form of Barbie doll. Barbie celebrated the powerful vocalist with costumed dolls from the “What’s Love Got to Do With It” music video.
Prince William and Duchess Catherine
Prince William and Duchess Kate’s wedding was not only a real-life fairy tale, but also a historic moment. And what better way to cement that moment than with a commemorative Barbie doll?
Cyndi Lauper has always lived her life unapologetically. She is truly a free spirit. So as far as celebrity Barbie dolls go, this one definitely makes perfect sense. Cyndi Lauper’s Barbie doll wears the same red dress and fishnet stockings from her album Girls Just Wanna Have Fun.
