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Barbie Honors Marilyn Monroe's 100th with Glamorous Doll
18 Aug
Summary
- New Barbie celebrates Marilyn Monroe's 100th birthday.
- Doll inspired by iconic 'Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend' gown.
- Available for $81 starting August 18, 2026.
Mattel is commemorating Marilyn Monroe's 100th birthday with a new Barbie Signature Doll. This collectible celebrates the legendary actress's lasting impact and iconic style, drawing inspiration from her dazzling pink gown and diamond jewelry worn in the 1953 film *Gentleman Prefer Blondes*.
The doll's design, a collaboration with The Estate of Marilyn Monroe LLC, pays homage to Monroe's performance of "Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend." This release follows a previous collection of Marilyn Monroe Barbie dolls launched between 1997 and 2002, which featured other iconic costumes from her films.
The Marilyn Monroe Barbie Signature Doll is set to be available for $81 at major U.S. retailers beginning August 18, 2026. Robert Best, Vice President at Mattel, highlighted the doll as a tribute not only to Monroe's style but also to her pioneering spirit as a businesswoman and artist.
