Padam Padam” topped Billboard’s Dance/Mix Show Airplay chart and reached No. 7 on Hot Dance/Electronic Songs, earning Minogue a Grammy in 2024 for Best Pop/Dance Recording.

Barbie is releasing a Signature Collector Doll modeled after Kylie Minogue, wearing her red Padam Padam look, in collaboration with Mattel.

Barbie first honored Minogue in 2024 as a Barbie Role Model during the brand’s 65th anniversary, recognizing her global cultural impact.

The article includes the Padam Padam music video as additional context.

The article was published on February 13, 2026 by Radio NewsHub.

The piece notes potential high resale value for the doll, pointing to higher-priced Music Series dolls on eBay and noting regular Barbie dolls are cheaper at retailers.

Barbie has broadened inclusivity over the past decade, expanding body types, skin tones, abilities, and careers to reflect diverse real-world experiences.

Minogue’s career spans from the late 1980s with over 80 million records sold, 11 UK number-one albums, and multiple awards, underscoring the significance of her collaboration with Barbie.

Minogue’s cultural impact in dance music since the 1980s positions the Padam Padam Barbie as a collectible keepsake for fans.

The Barbie Minogue doll is priced at $59.40 (discounted to $54.97) with an official launch on March 27.

The release continues Barbie’s tradition of honoring global superstars with signature dolls, following precedents like David Bowie and Tina Turner.

Minogue expressed that seeing the doll come to life was special and she looks forward to broader distribution.