Céline Dion, a renowned Grammy and Juno award-winning recording artist, and a musical legend, can now add a unique accolade to her illustrious career – a collectible Barbie doll. The unveiling of the doll by toy giant Mattel in their Barbie Signature Series has stirred mixed reactions among fans, with some expressing dissatisfaction over the doll’s resemblance to the Canadian songstress.
The limited edition doll, retailing at $92 Cdn, pays homage to Dion’s iconic performance of “My Heart Will Go On” at the 1998 Academy Awards, where the song from the movie Titanic earned acclaim. Dion expressed her gratitude for being immortalized in the Barbie legacy and hoped the doll would inspire self-confidence and belief in one’s voice.
While fans appreciated the tribute, many took to social media to voice their disappointment with the doll’s facial features, remarking that it did not capture Dion’s likeness accurately. Some likened the doll to other personalities like Lisa Rinna and Princess Diana instead of the celebrated singer.
In recent news, Céline Dion made a triumphant return to the stage with a series of concerts at Europe’s largest indoor venue after a six-year hiatus due to health reasons. Having battled stiff person syndrome, a neurological autoimmune disorder, Dion’s comeback has been highly anticipated by her loyal fan base.