Barbie Celebrates Marilyn Monroe’s 100th Birthday with Glamorous Signature Doll Inspired by “Gentlemen Prefer Blondes”

Catherine SantinoTue, August 18, 2026 at 4:00 PM UTC

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Marilyn Monroe in ‘Gentlemen Prefer Blondes’ (left); Marilyn Monroe Barbie (right)Credit: Alamy; Mattel -

Mattel introduced a Marilyn Monroe Barbie Signature Doll in celebration of the iconic actress’ 100th birthday

The doll is inspired by Monroe’s performance of “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend” in the 1953 film Gentleman Prefer Blondes

The Marilyn Monroe Barbie Signature Doll is the latest in a collection of Barbie dolls created in the likeness of Monroe, launched between 1997 and 2002

Mattel is honoring Marilyn Monroe’s 100th birthday with a Barbie Signature Doll that celebrates the iconic actress’ enduring legacy.

The star, who was born Norma Jeane Mortenson on June 1, 1926, is being memorialized with a fittingly glamorous doll inspired by her performance of “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend” in the 1953 film Gentleman Prefer Blondes. The doll is dressed in a pink gown with an oversize bow at the back and accessorized with dramatic gloves and sparkling diamond jewelry.

Barbie collaborated closely with The Estate of Marilyn Monroe LLC to bring the creation to life.

The Marilyn Monroe Barbie Signature Doll is the latest in a collection of Barbie dolls created in the likeness of Marilyn Monroe, launched between 1997 and 2002. Previous dolls feature her iconic white halter dress from The Seven Year Itch, her red sequin gown from Gentlemen Prefer Blondes and the one-shoulder evening gown she wore in How to Marry a Millionaire.

Marilyn Monroe Barbie Signature Doll.Credit: Mattel

The Marilyn Monroe Barbie Signature Doll will be available at major U.S. retailers for $81 starting Aug. 18.

In a press release, Robert Best, Vice President, Dolls Design Creative Director at Mattel, said of the Marilyn Monroe Barbie Signature Doll: “Barbie has a rich history of celebrating Marilyn Monroe’s legendary style as both a fashion icon and beloved actress. As we celebrate her 100th birthday, we designed this doll as an homage to Marilyn, drawing inspiration from the pink satin gown and dazzling diamonds she wore in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes.”

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He continued, “More than a tribute to this unforgettable look, we are honoring Marilyn as a pioneer—a savvy producer, a businesswoman and a boundary-breaking artist—and this doll celebrates the totality of her incredible legacy.”

Marilyn Monroe Barbie Signature Doll.Credit: Mattel

Monroe’s 100th birthday was celebrated at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles on June 1. At the event, Holly Madison told PEOPLE that touring the Marilyn Monroe: Hollywood Icon exhibit brought back memories of her childhood and when her love for the late starlet began.

“I grew up loving this set of Marilyn Monroe paper dolls, so to see all those outfits in real life, I’m so excited,” the Girl’s Next Door alum shared. “It’s a beautiful event.”

Guests at Monroe’s 100th birthday celebration got to tour the exhibit centered around the actress’ life. Inside are some of her onscreen costumes, including those from films such as 1949’s Love Happy and 1953’s Gentlemen Prefer Blondes.

Other notable attendees included Behati Prinsloo, Dita Von Teese, January Jones, Laura Bell Bundy, Kate Flannery, and Michael Urie.

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