Aaliyah Barbie doll released on what would have been her 46th birthday — and it immediately sold out - The Barbie doll is inspired by the legendary R&B singer who died in a plane crash at the age of 2

Rashad Haughton, the late singer’s brother, tells TODAY.com the "message" he hopes people get from the new Aaliyah Barbie doll.

Aaliyah was honored on what would have been her 46th birthday with a Barbie from Mattel's Music Series collection. The singer died in a 2001 plane crash at the age of 22.

Aaliyah has joined the hallowed halls of legendary singers 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.

A limited edition Barbie of Aaliyah sold out within hours of going on sale on what would have been the late R&B singer’s 46th birthday.

Mattel's Barbie doll of Aaliyah was released on Thursday to honor the late singer on what would've been her 46th birthday and it sold out on the company's website in a matter of hours.

The late singer emerged onto the music scene during the late 90s but tragically passed away in a plane crash in 2001.

Aaliyah is the latest musician to become a Barbie. Her brother talks about her legacy as a musician and what the moment means to him.

A writer explains what the new Aaliyah Barbie doll means to little Black girls and why it's important to have representation in toys.