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Anna May Wong Barbie Doll in a red dress

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Mattel worked closely with Anna Wong, the actor’s niece, to develop the doll’s look.

I did not hesitate at all.

It was such an honor and so exciting, she toldAP News.

Close up of Anna May Wong doll

I wanted to see to it they got her facial features and clothing correct.

Her elegant outfit is inspired by her appearance inLimehouse Blues(1934).

Born in Los Angeles in 1905, Wong grew up seeing movie crews around her neighborhood.

Anna May Wong Barbie Doll in a red dress

On top of her screen work, Wong was considered one of the best dressed women of her time.

She was known for mixing flapper style with traditional Chinese garments and bold accessories.

Anna May Wong Barbie Doll in a red dress

Close up of Anna May Wong doll

Anna May Wong Barbie Doll in a red dress in its package