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From David Bowie to Stevie Nicks: Celebs You NEVER Expected to See as Barbie Dolls!

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Have you heard that Mattel recently announced the debut of a Stevie Nicks Barbie? It got us thinking about what other famous people have been recreated in Barbie form. Some of these surprised us, and we had no idea that David Bowie had been honored. Let’s start with Margot Robbie, who starred in the recent Barbie movie.

Margot Robbie

Margot Robbie barbie.
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Actress Margot Robbie starred in the Barbie movie – and of course has her own doll.

Stevie Nicks

Stevie Nicks Barbie.
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Stevie Nicks revealed at a concert at Madison Square Garden that she has, indeed, been working with Mattel on a doll in her likeness – black, flowy outfit and all. It sold out within 24 hours, but you can try on ebay.

Audrey Hepburn

Audrey Hepburn Barbie.
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These Barbie dolls were inspired by her roles in “Breakfast at Tiffany’s”, “My Fair Lady”, and “Roman Holiday.”

Marilyn Monroe

Marilyn Monroe Barbie.
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Various dolls were created, capturing Marilyn Monroe’s iconic looks from her movies. Find them on etsy.

Elizabeth Taylor

Elizabeth Taylor Barbie.
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These dolls celebrate the actress’s glamorous style with replicas of her famous dresses and jewelry. Find one at dollpeddlar.com

Cher

Cher Barbie.
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Multiple dolls over the years celebrated the pop icon’s diverse looks and outfits. If you can’t afford a human size Bob Mackie, you can in Barbie size, from ebay.

Farrah Fawcett

Farrah Fawcett Barbie.
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This doll captured her famous, beloved swimsuit poster from the 1970s. It is said that over 12 million of those posters were sold! The doll can be found on ebay and is a collector’s item.

Diana Ross

Diana Ross Barbie.
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Celebrating the legendary singer in a take home size. We found one on etsy.

Ziggy Stardust (David Bowie)

Ziggy Stardust Barbie.
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This doll captures Bowie’s iconic Ziggy Stardust alter ego. Buy it on ebay.

Billie Jean King

Billie Jean King Barbie.
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Part of Mattel’s Inspiring Women series, and can be found at Walmart.

Rosa Parks

Rosa Parks Barbie.
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Also part of the Inspiring Women series, this doll celebrates the civil rights icon. You can get on from ebay.

Frida Kahlo

Frida Kahlo Barbie.
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This official release by Mattel pays homage to the legendary Mexican artist. Found at Walmart.

Ella Fitzgerald

Ella Fitzgerald Barbie.
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Recognizing the “First Lady of Song,” this doll is a part of the Inspiring Women series. At ebay.

Zendaya

Zendaya Barbie.
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Designed to resemble the actress’s look from the 2015 Oscars.

Misty Copeland

Misty Copeland Barbies.
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Celebrating the groundbreaking ballerina and her contribution to the arts. Several versions available at Poshmark.

Ava DuVernay

Ava DuVernay Barbie.
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The acclaimed filmmaker had a Barbie doll released in her likeness as part of the “Shero” series. Found on ebay.

Jennifer Lopez

Jennifer Lopez Barbie.
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Mattel released dolls capturing the style and essence of the entertainer. Grab it from ebay.

Gabby Douglas

Gabby Douglas Barbie.
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Celebrating the Olympic gymnast’s achievements. Get yours today!

Maya Angelou

Maya Angelou Barbie.
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A part of the Inspiring Women series, this doll celebrates the acclaimed author and poet. You can purchase through Walmart.

Selma DuPar James

Selma DuPar James Barbie.
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Released in 2021, this doll is a tribute to the Harlem Renaissance figure. Ebay has the dolls now.

What’s Up With “Barbie Feet” Trend?

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If you were someone who played with Barbie, you are definitely aware that Barbie’s feet remain in a high arch, ready to take on high heels, and chances are even if you did not play with Barbie yourself, you are familiar with this feature. Why are Barbie’s feet the way they are, and does it matter? Is there any greater meaning to that high arched foot, other than what meets the eye?

The new Barbie movie is out, and the trailer is built around an iconic image of Barbie stepping out of her heels – as her feet remain in that tiptoe, high arched position. Read: What’s Up With “Barbie Feet” Trend?

Eat Like Barbie! 9 Of The Wildest Barbie Inspired Food Products You Can Eat Now

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Barbie has a complicated relationship with food. We all know that her figure is a human impossibility, but was food even portrayed in Barbie’s world? And if Barbie were to enter the real world, what would her food look like? Several food manufacturers say they know.

Read: Eat Like Barbie! 9 Of The Wildest Barbie Inspired Food Products You Can Eat Now

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