Mattel introduces a new Whitney Houston Barbie Signature doll recreating the singer’s outfit from the 1987 “I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me)” music video. The collectible is priced at $60 and is set to launch Aug. 8, available at Target stores and online.
The doll is designed with the involvement of the Houston estate and aims to reflect Houston’s distinctive, colorful on-screen look. Coverage highlights that Pat Houston, the singer’s sister-in-law, personally approved the project. Outlets also describe the release as a way to commemorate Houston’s legacy through a retail collectible tied to a specific iconic performance.
While reports focus on different details—some emphasize the estate collaboration and the music-video inspiration, others highlight Pat Houston’s role in approvals—sources broadly agree on the core facts: the doll’s concept, pricing, release date, and the connection to the “I Wanna Dance With Somebody” era.
