Barbie is debuting a new ‘David Bowie Doll’ for the 50th anniversary of the ‘Hunky Dory’ album. The limited edition release sees Bowie in a baby blue suit that resembles the one the performer wore in the “Life on Mars?” music video, complete with the same striped and speckled tie. The doll sports bleached brows, vibrant blue eyeshadow, pink lips, and a ‘70s-inspired mullet hairstyle.
Consumers can purchase the ‘David Bowie Barbie Doll’ on the official Mattel website and at select retailers like Amazon, Walmart, and Target. Mattel writes on its website: “David Bowie was a one-man cultural phenomenon for his contributions to music, art, fashion, and film. Our second tribute doll celebrates the 50th anniversary of his classic Hunky Dory, the iconic “Life on Mars?” video, and an outfit forever associated with this ultimate pop chameleon.”
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