Aaliyah is now a new Barbie doll on what would have been her 46th birthday

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immortalized in Barbie form by doll maker Mattel.The collectible Barbie, which celebrates the artist’s enduring influence on music, fashion and pop culture, became available for pre-order Thursday on what would have been the late star’s 46th birthday.In a testament to her enduring legacy, the Aaliyah Barbie sold out online in just 30 minutes, according to The Detroit Free Press.

Re-sellers have already listed the doll — which retails for $55 — for upwards of $100 on eBay.The Barbie will presumably be restocked on Mattel’s and Target’s websites (as well as in Target stores) by the time it officially goes on sale on Jan.

26.Aaliyah — born Aaliyah Dana Haughton — died in 2001 at the age of 22 after a tragic plane crash in the Bahamas. Known for her groundbreaking contributions to R&B, hip-hop and pop music, Aaliyah is remembered not only for her powerful voice but also for her distinctive fashion sense that blended street style with elegance.Drawing inspiration from the ensemble she wore in her “One in a Million” music video, Aaliyah’s Barbie wears a sleek leather jacket, cargo pants and accessories to reflect the late icon’s cool, laid-back style.Aaliyah’s brother, Rashad Haughton, collaborated with Mattel to ensure the doll embodied the singer’s vibe.“I can vividly remember my sister playing with her favorite Barbie dolls for hours when we were kids.

She would make them sing, dance, and perform little concerts,” Haughton said in a statement.“It’s clear to me now that she was imagining dreams that would eventually become reality when she embarked on a career in entertainment at just fifteen years old.”“Inspiring confidence, belief in yourself and embracing who you truly are is the essence of Barbie,” he added. “My sister.