Roomies, Barbie has gone big and released one Aaliyah doll in honor of the late singer's 46th birthday.
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More details on Barbie releasing an Aaliyah doll in honor of her 46th birthday
according to Detroit Free PressBarbie released the doll as part of the brand's Music Series. according to Mattel Creations websitethe item description confirms this “Aaliyah's smooth voice and innovative sound helped shape '90s R&B, and her influence on music and fashion continues to be felt today. Our tribute to 'Babygirl's' life and sound will take any compilation to the top of the charts.'
Additionally, the doll was priced at $55 and was modeled after the leather outfit Aaliyah wore for her music video, 'One In A Million'.
according to Detroit Free Pressthe doll could be purchased exclusively by Barbie Club 59 members. Furthermore, the sales were supposed to start on Wednesday, January 15th and end at 11:59 PM on January 16th. However, the doll is already sold out.
Check out photos of Barbie's Aaliyah doll below.
Social media reacts and shares birthday love for the late singer
Social media users shared their reactions to Barbie's Aaliyah doll as they celebrated the singer's life. The Shade Room's comments section.
Instagram user @lastraintopariss wrote: "AND IT SOLD OUT ALMOST IMMEDIATELY”
While adding Instagram user @sassy_diva513, "Today's generations will never know the impact he had on music in such a short time"
Instagram user @queen__jojo___ wrote: "I know he would still be under pressure right now. 46 and well 🔥😮💨”
While adding Instagram user @nickgtv_, "Aaliyah would have been as fine as Mya and Ashanti in her 40s
Instagram user @elizabethhuspen wrote: "We needed him!!! I always wonder how he would have fared in this day and age. I remember crying in front of the TV watching the news as a young girl. 😭”
While adding Instagram user @omgq_the_walkingmovie_, "Legends should do an edition with Left Eye and other legends who aren't here for a limited time only."
Instagram user @sbx2.__ wrote, "We should have an Aaliyah doll!!!”
While Instagram user @sharismyth added, "And it's already sold out and selling for a triple on eBay 🫠 everyone who bought it bet it wasn't alive to sell again when it was on its game"
Instagram user @rozaymylanofficial wrote: "A doll we should help!!!!”
While Instagram user @i_am_ajaylove added, "It must have been a doll. Happy 46th Day in Heaven"
Instagram user @dominiquechinn wrote: "He looks just like him!!! Love the Aaliyah doll note 😍”
While Instagram user @hayden_williams added, "It was such an honor to collaborate with Aaliyah's brother Rashad on this project! This doll further cements her legacy and icon status! Mattel did a beautiful job! Sold out in 29 minutes 🥹🖤”
Aaliyah recently made headlines when Dame Dash opened up about R. Kelly
Ass Shadow Room As previously reported, Aaliyah last spoke about her relationship with R. Kelly through her ex-boyfriend, Dame Dash. Back in October, Dash reflected on her time working with Jay-Z and her appearance in Kelly's 'Fiesta' music video.
"... When Jay was still doing business with R. Kelly, I went back and told Aaliyah, like, 'Hey, they're still doing projects, they're putting out singles, they're shooting videos. I don't want to go to video. No I want to be or be a part of it,'” Dash recalled.
Despite her discomfort and the allegations surrounding Kelly and Aaliyah, Dash explained how Aaliyah's response led her to still appear on 'Fiesta.'
RELATED: Dame Dash Explains Why She Appeared In R. Kelly's 'Fiesta' Video Despite Allegations Against Singer Implicate Aaliyah
What do you think Roomies?
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