10 Rare Celebrity Barbie Dolls That Are Perfect for Music Lovers & Collectors
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Happy National Barbie Day! The iconic, 11-inch doll, named after Barbie inventor Ruth Handler’s daughter Barbara, made its debut at the American International Toy Fair in New York City on March 9, 1959.
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In honor of Barbie’s undeniable impact, we put together a list of celebrity Barbies to collect. Vintage Barbies are big business and can fetch tens of thousands of dollars depending on the condition, the rarity of the doll and when it was released. So, celebrate Barbie’s birthday with dolls that are perfect for music lovers and collectors alike.
See the list below and click here for more collectibles.
Buy: Barbie 80’s Cher Bob Mackie Doll $213.87
This vintage Cher Barbie features ‘80s Cher with cascading curls and the legendary Bob Mackie outfit worn in her “If I Could Turn Back Time” music video. If you can’t get enough Cher, you might also like this Barbie Cher Doll Timeless Treasures Collector’s Edition ($214.95).
Barbie Signature Tina Turner Barbie
$78
Released last year, Tina Turner’s Barbie celebrates the 40th anniversary of “What’s Love Got to Do With It.” The doll is out of stock at Mattell.com but fans can find it online at Walmart, StockX and eBay.
Buy: Barbie Signature Gloria Estefan Barbie Doll in Gold and Black Fashion and Accessories $33.55
Mattel released the Gloria Estefan Barbie as a Birthday present for the the music icon last year. The doll commemorates Estefan’s 1989 hit “Get On Your Feet.”
Buy: Barbie Signature David Bowie Doll (11.5-in, Red Hair) Posable, $49.99
Also released last year, the Barbie Signature David Bowie doll. The doll wears a replica of Bowie’s powder-blue suit from the “Life on Mars” music video.
Brandy Barbie Doll
$58.50
Mattel released the Brandy Barbie Doll in 1999. At the time, Brandy had a hit series in Moesha and a hit album in Never Say Never. Brandy Barbies are still popular (she even has her own Instagram account). If you’re looking for a larger selection of Brandy Barbies, you can find them on eBay.
Barbie Loves Elvis Gift Set
$30
Barbie loves Elvis! This special collector’s set was released in 1996. Per the seller, the box is in good shape and has never been opened. Click here for more Elvis Barbies.
Buy: Barbie Pink Label Collection Barbra Streisand Doll $224.95
This Barbra Streisand Barbie takes its design from the earlier days of the icon’s career. The doll is wearing a replica of Streisand’s iconic outfit that she wore at Hollywood’s Coconut Grove in 1963.
Faith Hill & Tim McGraw 2022 Barbie
$110
These Faith Hill & Tim McGraw Barbie dolls were initially released a decade ago in honor of the pair’s 15th wedding anniversary. This gift is perfect for a doll-collecting fan of the country duo.
Buy: Barbie Collector: Martina McBride Doll $65.87
It’s been over 20 years since Martina McBride’s Barbie made its debut. The doll sports a replica of McBride’s gown from the 39th Academy of Country Music Awards.
Buy: Barbie Debbie Harry Ladies of The 80s Doll $151.30
Who says punk goddesses don’t like Barbie? Debbie Harry’s Barbie was the first doll released in the Ladies of the ‘80s collection which includes Barbie dolls of Cyndi Lauper and Joan Jett.
