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Mattel is celebrating the iconic Whitney Houston with its newest Barbie.
The company has launched a Barbie inspired by the late singer and actress, it announced on Aug. 9.
The Houston doll is meant to recognize the star’s “record-breaking career, legacy and timeless music that inspired generations of artists and continues to resonate with fans around the world,” Mattel said in a news release.
The launch coincides with Houston’s birthday on Aug. 9. Houston would have turned 63 this year.
Barbie collaborated with Pat Houston, the executor of Houston’s estate and president of The Whitney E. Houston Legacy Foundation, to create the doll. She features a hairstyle, accessories and outfit resembling the one Houston wore in her iconic “I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me)” music video.
Pat Houston said in a statement that the new Barbie is “making one of Whitney’s dreams come true.”
“May this doll remind every child and every collector that dreams have no limits, excellence leaves a lasting imprint, and true greatness never goes out of style,” Pat Houston said.
See the Whitney Houston Barbie doll
The Whitney Houston Barbie includes a purple tank dress, colorful drop earrings and eye makeup resembling the look she wore in the music video, which was released in 1987.
How to buy the Whitney Houston Barbie
The Barbie Whitney Houston doll is now available to buy online at Amazon, Walmart, Target and Mattel’s websites. It can also be purchased in Target stores.
The suggested retail price is $60.
Melina Khan is a national trending reporter for USA TODAY. Keep up with her on X @melinakh and Instagram @bymelinakhan.